What are the main factors that influence an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What are the highest paying states for an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator?

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Excavating/Loading Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $40,850, California $40,695, Massachusetts $40,153. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Excavating/Loading Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Excavating/Loading Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Machine Operator IV: $65,152; Senior Machine Operator: $51,570; Machine Operator III: $51,565; Machine Operator II: $45,469; Machine Operator: $45,108.

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Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator in Delaware is $37,363 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,389
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,032 to $46,275
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $23,357

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Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,275	$3,856	$890	$22
Average	$37,363	$3,114	$719	$18
25th Percentile	$30,032	$2,503	$578	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salaries

An Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Excavating/Loading Machine Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,850.
California: $40,695.
Massachusetts: $40,153.

District of Columbia $40,850 California $40,695 Massachusetts $40,153 Washington $40,005 New Jersey $39,990 Alaska $39,939 Connecticut $39,429 New York $39,223

Hawaii $38,562 Rhode Island $38,252 Maryland $38,042 Minnesota $37,754 Colorado $37,644 Illinois $37,607 Oregon $37,467 Delaware $37,363

New Hampshire $37,298 Virginia $37,153 Pennsylvania $36,729 Nevada $36,515 North Dakota $36,445 Michigan $36,334 Wisconsin $36,293 Vermont $36,212

Texas $35,987 Maine $35,972 Arizona $35,950 Ohio $35,924 Georgia $35,585 Indiana $35,415 Wyoming $35,382 Utah $35,330

Iowa $35,308 Kansas $35,131 Louisiana $35,079 North Carolina $35,061 Missouri $35,054 Florida $34,910 Montana $34,832 Nebraska $34,759

Kentucky $34,718 South Carolina $34,570 Tennessee $34,478 Idaho $34,441 New Mexico $34,172 Oklahoma $34,113 Alabama $33,895 South Dakota $33,530

Arkansas $33,331 West Virginia $33,224 Mississippi $32,903

Top Paying Cities for Excavating/Loading Machine Operators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $38,669
Little Creek: $38,311
Magnolia: $38,470

Lincoln, DE $38,669 Little Creek, DE $38,311 Magnolia, DE $38,470 Milford, DE $38,669 Marydel, DE $38,168 Millsboro, DE $38,669 Millville, DE $38,928 Milton, DE $38,669

Nassau, DE $38,669 Ocean View, DE $38,928 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,928 Seaford, DE $38,264 Selbyville, DE $38,928 Smyrna, DE $38,123 Viola, DE $38,470 Woodside, DE $38,359

Bear, DE $37,843 Newark, DE $37,858 Claymont, DE $37,887 Delaware City, DE $37,858 Hockessin, DE $37,887 Kirkwood, DE $37,858 Middletown, DE $38,046 Montchanin, DE $37,887

New Castle, DE $37,887 Odessa, DE $38,097 Port Penn, DE $37,754 Rockland, DE $37,887 Saint Georges, DE $37,858 Townsend, DE $38,042 Winterthur, DE $37,887 Lewes, DE $38,669

Wilmington, DE $37,887 Dover, DE $38,293 Dover Afb, DE $38,382 Bethany Beach, DE $38,928 Bethel, DE $38,264 Bridgeville, DE $38,669 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,334 Cheswold, DE $38,204

Clayton, DE $38,109 Dagsboro, DE $38,928 Delmar, DE $38,264 Ellendale, DE $38,669 Felton, DE $38,669 Fenwick Island, DE $38,928 Frankford, DE $38,928 Frederica, DE $38,669

Georgetown, DE $38,669 Greenwood, DE $38,669 Harbeson, DE $38,669 Harrington, DE $38,669 Hartly, DE $38,090 Houston, DE $38,669 Kenton, DE $38,109 Laurel, DE $38,264

Yorklyn, DE $37,887

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$30,032

Average $37,363/year

$46,275

$2,503

Average $3,114/month

$3,856

$578

Average $719/week

$890

$14

Average $18/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,275	$3,856	$890	$22
Average	$37,363	$3,114	$719	$18
25th Percentile	$30,032	$2,503	$578	$14

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Crane/Tower Operator role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $54,700 - a projected growth of 46% over your current level.

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Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Excavating/Loading Machine Operator make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salaries

How Do Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Excavating/Loading Machine Operators

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Excavating/Loading Machine Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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