Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in Oregon
Median Annual Salary
$68,210
$32.79/hr
Salary Range
$49,920 – $107,030
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
5,450
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.1%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$67,468
real purchasing power
16.2% above the national median ($58,710)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$49,920 (entry)$68,210 (median)$107,030 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+10.9%
$5,095 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $76,800 | 2,840 |
| Salem | $66,700 | 750 |
| Bend | $63,720 | 570 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $62,190 | 340 |
| Medford | $61,940 | 260 |
| Albany | $61,550 | 130 |
| Corvallis | $60,320 | 70 |
| Grants Pass | $60,160 | 80 |
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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.