Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in Arizona
Median Annual Salary
$59,900
$28.80/hr
Salary Range
$45,700 – $77,540
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
13,520
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.1%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$61,310
real purchasing power
2% above the national median ($58,710)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$45,700 (entry)$59,900 (median)$77,540 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+10.9%
$5,095 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | $62,210 | 8,390 |
| Flagstaff | $59,840 | 240 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $57,180 | 530 |
| Tucson | $57,100 | 1,370 |
| Yuma | $53,360 | 230 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $50,360 | 160 |
| Lake Havasu City-Kingman | $48,110 | 230 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.