Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in Kansas

Median Annual Salary

$50,600

$24.33/hr

Salary Range

$38,520 – $79,770

10th – 90th percentile

Employed

6,850

workers statewide

10-Yr Growth

+4.1%

About average

COL-Adjusted

$55,973

real purchasing power

13.8% below the national median ($58,710)

Salary by Percentile

Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners

$38,520 (entry)$50,600 (median)$79,770 (top)

Salary Trend

Median salary, 20192024

+10.9%

$5,095 total

Salary by Metro Area

Metro Area Median Salary Employment
Lawrence$61,310100
Topeka$52,060590
Manhattan$49,740380
Wichita$48,9801,120
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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.