Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in South Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,870 -18.9% vs national
Median hourly $20.13
10th percentile $37,400
90th percentile $60,180
Employed locally 40
National median $51,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,400
    25th
    $37,440
    50th (median)
    $41,870
    75th
    $53,990
    90th
    $60,180

    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 South Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $35,430
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $63,490
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $38,120
    Electricians $59,090
    Carpenters $47,220
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $54,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in South Georgia is $20.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.94 or more per hour.

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

    The median Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salary in South Georgia is 18.9% 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 South Georgia?

    Entry-level Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators (10th percentile) earn around $37,400 per year in South Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,440.