Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,120 +0.7% vs national
Median hourly $28.42
10th percentile $42,380
90th percentile $76,070
Employed locally 620
National median $58,710

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,380
    25th
    $50,770
    50th (median)
    $59,120
    75th
    $67,670
    90th
    $76,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Southeast-Central Idaho is $28.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.56 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 0.7% above the national median of $58,710. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $42,380 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,770.