Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in Ohio
Median Annual Salary
$62,410
$30.01/hr
Salary Range
$45,760 – $94,620
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
16,510
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.1%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$68,733
real purchasing power
6.3% above the national median ($58,710)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$45,760 (entry)$62,410 (median)$94,620 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+10.9%
$5,095 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $75,000 | 3,170 |
| Cleveland | $66,370 | 2,730 |
| Cincinnati | $65,140 | 2,660 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $62,410 | 680 |
| Akron | $61,560 | 900 |
| Toledo | $61,440 | 750 |
| Mansfield | $58,370 | 190 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $57,420 | 450 |
| Canton-Massillon | $56,950 | 480 |
| Sandusky | $56,340 | 240 |
| Springfield | $55,760 | 80 |
| Lima | $53,140 | 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.