Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in Tennessee
Median Annual Salary
$49,070
$23.59/hr
Salary Range
$38,020 – $67,850
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
10,190
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.1%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$53,628
real purchasing power
16.4% below the national median ($58,710)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$38,020 (entry)$49,070 (median)$67,850 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+10.9%
$5,095 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $49,780 | 1,280 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $49,640 | 3,500 |
| Knoxville | $48,800 | 1,180 |
| Cleveland | $48,100 | 170 |
| Chattanooga | $47,950 | 680 |
| Clarksville | $47,710 | 370 |
| Jackson | $47,470 | 270 |
| Johnson City | $46,730 | 230 |
| Morristown | $46,710 | 220 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $46,130 | 460 |
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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.