New York Median
$80,980
per year
Hourly Rate
$38.93
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+35% vs US median
US median $59,850
State Rank
#6 of 51
14,490 employed here
How much do Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators make in New York?
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in New York take home a median of $80,980 annually — roughly $38.93 an hour — which runs 35% above the national median of $59,850.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $50,190 while the top 10% make $144,920 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $60,540 and $112,920 a year.
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $50,190 | $24.13 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $60,540 | $29.11 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $80,980 | $38.93 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $112,920 | $54.29 |
|
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $144,920 | $69.67 |
|
How New York compares
New York ranks 6th out of 51 states and territories for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salary in other states
Hawaii $115,860Illinois $97,740New Jersey $89,660California $87,160Washington $81,700Indiana $79,580Minnesota $79,130Connecticut $78,750Alaska $77,810Massachusetts $76,820Wisconsin $75,280District of Columbia $74,610Oregon $73,430Nevada $71,410Ohio $64,940Rhode Island $63,610Wyoming $62,960Michigan $62,690Colorado $62,620New Hampshire $62,200North Dakota $62,150Idaho $61,680Montana $61,580Maryland $61,410Utah $60,740Arizona $60,620Missouri $60,540Pennsylvania $60,530Iowa $60,330South Dakota $59,500Vermont $58,870Nebraska $58,360Delaware $58,020Kentucky $57,780Virginia $57,160Maine $56,140New Mexico $52,000Tennessee $52,000Louisiana $51,700Kansas $51,620West Virginia $51,300Texas $50,460Florida $49,400North Carolina $49,310South Carolina $48,940Oklahoma $47,970Georgia $47,880Alabama $47,520Mississippi $47,410Arkansas $44,520
Working as Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in New York
Nationally, about 478,000 people work as Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($80,980) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators make in New York?
The median Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salary in New York is $80,980 per year, or about $38.93 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $50,190 at the entry level to $144,920 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators about 35% more than the national median of $59,850. New York ranks 6th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $80,980 a year. About 14,490 Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
← See the national Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salary report
Related salaries
$55,690
median pay · 36,000 employed
$67,890
median pay · 13,000 employed
$57,080
median pay · 58,000 employed
$61,800
median pay · 120,000 employed
$74,500
median pay · 6,000 employed
$47,980
median pay · 24,000 employed
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.