Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,140 -12.6% vs national
Median hourly $21.70
10th percentile $39,770
90th percentile $61,940
Employed locally 150
National median $51,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,770
    25th
    $42,260
    50th (median)
    $45,140
    75th
    $54,180
    90th
    $61,940

    Top-paying metros for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA $123,470
    Hawaii $108,570
    Urban Honolulu, HI $108,570
    Champaign-Urbana, IL $98,730
    Anchorage, AK $97,670
    Alaska $97,670

    Related occupations in Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $46,160
    Construction Laborers $43,770
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $67,540
    Highway Maintenance Workers $39,220
    Electricians $57,090
    Carpenters $48,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Kansas is $21.70, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.20 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salaries?

    The median Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salary in Kansas is 12.6% below the national median of $51,650. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Kansas?

    Entry-level Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $39,770 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,260.