Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in Missouri
Median Annual Salary
$60,050
$28.87/hr
Salary Range
$45,240 – $90,620
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
8,750
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.1%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$67,321
real purchasing power
2.3% above the national median ($58,710)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$45,240 (entry)$60,050 (median)$90,620 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+10.9%
$5,095 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $81,260 | 3,690 |
| Cape Girardeau | $63,740 | 110 |
| Kansas City | $62,420 | 3,770 |
| St. Joseph | $56,250 | 230 |
| Jefferson City | $55,890 | 350 |
| Columbia | $55,520 | 240 |
| Springfield | $52,000 | 510 |
| Joplin | $50,720 | 300 |
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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.