Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay in Maryland
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Maryland earn an average of $61,650 a year. That is $4,640 (7%) less than the U.S. average of $66,290. The best-paying metro area is Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD at $75,200.
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Average pay for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators by metro area. Swipe to see all 6.
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Maryland vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $66,290 | $31.87 |
| Maryland | $61,650 | $29.64 |
| District of Columbia | $76,470 | $36.77 |
| Pennsylvania | $65,920 | $31.69 |
| Delaware | $60,690 | $29.18 |
| Virginia | $58,400 | $28.08 |
| West Virginia | $54,480 | $26.19 |
Related jobs in Maryland
- Construction Laborers$48,330
- Electricians$75,450
- Carpenters$69,040
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$73,510
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance$55,650
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$54,340
Average pay, Maryland, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do operating engineers and other construction equipment operators make in Maryland?
The average is $61,650 a year, and the median is $61,410. That is $4,640 (7%) less than the U.S. average of $66,290.
What is the hourly wage in Maryland?
$29.64 an hour on average; the median is $29.53.
Where in Maryland do they earn the most?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD ($75,200), followed by Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV ($64,850). The lowest average among 6 metro areas with data is Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV ($54,150).
How does Maryland rank?
Maryland ranks #28 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.