Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in Washington
Median Annual Salary
$79,190
$38.07/hr
Salary Range
$54,580 – $123,080
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
9,070
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.1%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$73,802
real purchasing power
34.9% above the national median ($58,710)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$54,580 (entry)$79,190 (median)$123,080 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+10.9%
$5,095 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $85,520 | 4,470 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $80,550 | 180 |
| Bellingham | $79,190 | 290 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $77,810 | 440 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $76,050 | 220 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $75,290 | 190 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $74,400 | 140 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $71,690 | 620 |
| Walla Walla | $66,010 | 60 |
| Yakima | $64,900 | 160 |
| Longview-Kelso | $62,510 | 240 |
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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.