Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay in Oregon
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Oregon earn an average of $79,270 a year. That is $12,980 (20%) more than the U.S. average of $66,290. The best-paying metro area is Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA at $85,450.
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Average pay for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators by metro area. Swipe to see all 8.
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Oregon vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $66,290 | $31.87 |
| Oregon | $79,270 | $38.11 |
| California | $94,000 | $45.19 |
| Washington | $88,290 | $42.45 |
| Nevada | $76,050 | $36.56 |
| Idaho | $63,920 | $30.73 |
Related jobs in Oregon
- Construction Laborers$55,710
- Electricians$99,750
- Carpenters$70,880
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$98,450
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance$53,570
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$70,260
Average pay, Oregon, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do operating engineers and other construction equipment operators make in Oregon?
The average is $79,270 a year, and the median is $73,430. That is $12,980 (20%) more than the U.S. average of $66,290.
What is the hourly wage in Oregon?
$38.11 an hour on average; the median is $35.30.
Where in Oregon do they earn the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA ($85,450), followed by Salem, OR ($78,810). The lowest average among 8 metro areas with data is Corvallis, OR ($64,860).
How does Oregon rank?
Oregon ranks #10 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.