Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Virginia
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Virginia earn a median salary of $47,086 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, -8.8% vs the national median of $51,650. An estimated 1,520 paving, surfacing, and tamping equipment operators are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $42,430 to $57,140 depending on location.
$47,086
Avg median salary in Virginia
$57,140
Highest paying metro
$42,430
Lowest paying metro
1,520
Employed in Virginia
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Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | $57,140 | $45,880 | $70,730 | 390 |
| Northern West Virginia | $49,270 | $40,020 | $57,120 | 50 |
| Southwest Virginia | $47,070 | $40,560 | $48,110 | 80 |
| Roanoke, VA | $46,030 | $37,170 | $46,370 | 210 |
| Southside Virginia | $45,710 | $39,520 | $46,670 | — |
| Richmond, VA | $45,700 | $40,150 | $50,200 | 380 |
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $43,340 | $38,950 | $49,030 | 370 |
| Winchester, VA-WV | $42,430 | $34,820 | $49,780 | 40 |