Operating Engineers (Heavy Equipment) Salary in West Virginia
Median Annual Salary
$50,010
$24.04/hr
Salary Range
$35,740 – $80,840
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
7,940
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+4.1%
About average
COL-Adjusted
$57,089
real purchasing power
14.8% below the national median ($58,710)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$35,740 (entry)$50,010 (median)$80,840 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+10.9%
$5,095 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Wheeling | $60,660 | 560 |
| Beckley | $59,070 | 430 |
| Huntington-Ashland | $56,010 | 1,020 |
| Charleston | $52,000 | 860 |
| Weirton-Steubenville | $51,960 | 300 |
| Morgantown | $51,860 | 540 |
| Parkersburg-Vienna | $46,470 | 330 |
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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.