Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay in Arizona
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Arizona earn an average of $61,520 a year. That is $4,770 (7%) less than the U.S. average of $66,290. The best-paying metro area is Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ at $63,350.
Top-paying Arizona metro areas
Average pay for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators by metro area. Swipe to see all 7.
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Arizona vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $66,290 | $31.87 |
| Arizona | $61,520 | $29.58 |
| California | $94,000 | $45.19 |
| Nevada | $76,050 | $36.56 |
| Colorado | $64,550 | $31.04 |
| Utah | $60,840 | $29.25 |
| New Mexico | $54,810 | $26.35 |
Related jobs in Arizona
- Construction Laborers$47,910
- Electricians$64,220
- Carpenters$58,980
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$67,940
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance$52,480
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$59,530
Average pay, Arizona, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do operating engineers and other construction equipment operators make in Arizona?
The average is $61,520 a year, and the median is $60,620. That is $4,770 (7%) less than the U.S. average of $66,290.
What is the hourly wage in Arizona?
$29.58 an hour on average; the median is $29.14.
Where in Arizona do they earn the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ ($63,350), followed by Flagstaff, AZ ($60,170). The lowest average among 7 metro areas with data is Sierra Vista-Douglas, AZ ($53,910).
How does Arizona rank?
Arizona ranks #29 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.