Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in Connecticut
Median Annual Salary
$76,690
$36.87/hr
Salary Range
$58,930 – $105,500
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
2,810
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.1%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$71,406
real purchasing power
30.6% above the national median ($58,710)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$58,930 (entry)$76,690 (median)$105,500 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+10.9%
$5,095 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury | $78,920 | 560 |
| New Haven | $77,190 | 470 |
| Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford | $77,060 | 940 |
| Waterbury-Shelton | $72,670 | 290 |
| Norwich-New London-Willimantic | $65,540 | 260 |
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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.