Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in North Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,060 -12.8% vs national
Median hourly $21.67
10th percentile $33,610
90th percentile $57,500
Employed locally 130
National median $51,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,610
    25th
    $39,940
    50th (median)
    $45,060
    75th
    $46,990
    90th
    $57,500

    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 North Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers$42,270
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$70,580
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators$44,250
    Electricians$53,780
    Carpenters$49,350
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$49,410

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in North Florida is $21.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.41 or more per hour.

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

    The median Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salary in North Florida is 12.8% 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 North Florida?

    Entry-level Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $33,610 per year in North Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,940.