Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in Maryland
Median Annual Salary
$60,620
$29.14/hr
Salary Range
$41,140 – $79,120
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
6,470
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.1%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$55,260
real purchasing power
3.3% above the national median ($58,710)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$41,140 (entry)$60,620 (median)$79,120 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+10.9%
$5,095 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park | $60,620 | 220 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson | $60,310 | 3,360 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg | $49,740 | 410 |
| Salisbury | $47,830 | 70 |
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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.