Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in New Jersey earn a median salary of $74,590 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +27% vs the national median of $58,710. An estimated 740 operating engineers and other construction equipment operators are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $73,280 to $77,020 depending on location.
$74,590
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$77,020
Highest paying metro
$73,280
Lowest paying metro
740
Employed in New Jersey
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Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City, NJ | $77,020 | $62,810 | $115,820 | 310 |
| Trenton, NJ | $73,470 | $63,130 | $126,610 | 260 |
| Vineland, NJ | $73,280 | $61,760 | $108,670 | 170 |