Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators Salary in Ohio

$26,912 $87,338
10th pct Median: $50,778 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$26,912
25th Percentile$36,560
50th (Median)$50,778
75th Percentile$70,074
90th (Top Earners)$87,338
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Ohio median salary of $50,778 for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators has the purchasing power of approximately $55,074 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Ohio's lower cost of living (COL index: 92.2) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators make in Ohio?
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Ohio earn a median annual salary of $50,778 per year ($24.41/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $54,600.
Is Ohio a good state for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators?
Ohio pays slightly below the national average for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators. Cost of living in Ohio is lower average (COL index: 92.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Ohio?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 92.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $50,778 salary in Ohio has the purchasing power of approximately $55,074 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Ohio increase real purchasing power.
How does Ohio compare to neighboring states for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Ohio

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $308,946
2 Radiologists $288,226
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $284,785
4 Neurologists $274,908
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $252,848
6 Psychiatrists $232,312
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $226,306
8 Obstetricians and Gynecologists $222,456
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Ohio

Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the construction trades sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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