Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay in Virginia
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Virginia earn an average of $58,400 a year. That is $7,890 (12%) less than the U.S. average of $66,290. The best-paying metro area is Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV at $64,850.
Top-paying Virginia metro areas
Average pay for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators by metro area. Swipe to see all 11.
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Virginia vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $66,290 | $31.87 |
| Virginia | $58,400 | $28.08 |
| District of Columbia | $76,470 | $36.77 |
| Maryland | $61,650 | $29.64 |
| Kentucky | $59,320 | $28.52 |
| Tennessee | $55,050 | $26.47 |
| West Virginia | $54,480 | $26.19 |
Related jobs in Virginia
- Construction Laborers$43,670
- Electricians$67,850
- Carpenters$55,390
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$60,650
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance$49,110
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$52,900
Average pay, Virginia, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do operating engineers and other construction equipment operators make in Virginia?
The average is $58,400 a year, and the median is $57,160. That is $7,890 (12%) less than the U.S. average of $66,290.
What is the hourly wage in Virginia?
$28.08 an hour on average; the median is $27.48.
Where in Virginia do they earn the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($64,850), followed by Charlottesville, VA ($61,460). The lowest average among 11 metro areas with data is Staunton-Stuarts Draft, VA ($51,470).
How does Virginia rank?
Virginia ranks #35 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.