What are the main factors that influence an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator?

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Excavating/Loading Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $40,706, California $40,552, Massachusetts $40,011. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Excavating/Loading Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Excavating/Loading Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Senior Machine Operator: $51,560; Machine Operator III: $51,558; Machine Operator: $46,164; Intermediate Machine Operator: $45,500; Machine Operator II: $45,467.

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Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator in Delaware is $37,316 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,321
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,994 to $46,217
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $23,328

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Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,217	$3,851	$889	$22
Average	$37,316	$3,110	$718	$18
25th Percentile	$29,994	$2,500	$577	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salaries

An Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Excavating/Loading Machine Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,706.
California: $40,552.
Massachusetts: $40,011.

District of Columbia $40,706 California $40,552 Massachusetts $40,011 Washington $39,864 New Jersey $39,850 Alaska $39,798 Connecticut $39,291 New York $39,085

Hawaii $38,427 Rhode Island $38,118 Maryland $37,908 Minnesota $37,622 Colorado $37,511 Illinois $37,474 Oregon $37,335 Delaware $37,232

New Hampshire $37,167 Virginia $37,022 Pennsylvania $36,599 Nevada $36,386 North Dakota $36,316 Michigan $36,206 Wisconsin $36,166 Vermont $36,085

Texas $35,861 Maine $35,846 Arizona $35,824 Ohio $35,798 Georgia $35,460 Indiana $35,291 Wyoming $35,258 Utah $35,206

Iowa $35,184 Kansas $35,008 Louisiana $34,956 North Carolina $34,938 Missouri $34,930 Florida $34,787 Montana $34,710 Nebraska $34,636

Kentucky $34,596 South Carolina $34,449 Tennessee $34,357 Idaho $34,320 New Mexico $34,052 Oklahoma $33,993 Alabama $33,776 South Dakota $33,412

Arkansas $33,213 West Virginia $33,107 Mississippi $32,787

Top Paying Cities for Excavating/Loading Machine Operators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $38,533
Little Creek: $38,177
Magnolia: $38,335

Lincoln, DE $38,533 Little Creek, DE $38,177 Magnolia, DE $38,335 Milford, DE $38,533 Marydel, DE $38,033 Millsboro, DE $38,533 Millville, DE $38,791 Milton, DE $38,533

Nassau, DE $38,533 Ocean View, DE $38,791 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,791 Seaford, DE $38,129 Selbyville, DE $38,791 Smyrna, DE $37,989 Viola, DE $38,335 Woodside, DE $38,224

Bear, DE $37,710 Newark, DE $37,724 Claymont, DE $37,754 Delaware City, DE $37,724 Hockessin, DE $37,754 Kirkwood, DE $37,724 Middletown, DE $37,912 Montchanin, DE $37,754

New Castle, DE $37,754 Odessa, DE $37,963 Port Penn, DE $37,622 Rockland, DE $37,754 Saint Georges, DE $37,724 Townsend, DE $37,908 Winterthur, DE $37,754 Lewes, DE $38,533

Wilmington, DE $37,754 Dover, DE $38,158 Dover Afb, DE $38,247 Bethany Beach, DE $38,791 Bethel, DE $38,129 Bridgeville, DE $38,533 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,199 Cheswold, DE $38,070

Clayton, DE $37,974 Dagsboro, DE $38,791 Delmar, DE $38,129 Ellendale, DE $38,533 Felton, DE $38,533 Fenwick Island, DE $38,791 Frankford, DE $38,791 Frederica, DE $38,533

Georgetown, DE $38,533 Greenwood, DE $38,533 Harbeson, DE $38,533 Harrington, DE $38,533 Hartly, DE $37,956 Houston, DE $38,533 Kenton, DE $37,974 Laurel, DE $38,129

Yorklyn, DE $37,754

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$29,994

Average $37,316/year

$46,217

$2,500

Average $3,110/month

$3,851

$577

Average $718/week

$889

$14

Average $18/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,217	$3,851	$889	$22
Average	$37,316	$3,110	$718	$18
25th Percentile	$29,994	$2,500	$577	$14

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Crane/Tower Operator role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $54,631 - a projected growth of 46% over your current level.

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