What are the main factors that influence an Asphalt Paving Operator's salary?

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

How does experience change An Asphalt Paving Operator's salary?

An Asphalt Paving Operator's salary grows with experience: a Heavy Equipment Operator I (0-1 years)earns $46,108, a Heavy Equipment Operator II (1-3 years)earns $52,025, a Heavy Equipment Operator III (3-5 years)earns $59,507, a Asphalt Paving Operator (5-7 years)earns $78,871,

What are the highest paying states for an Asphalt Paving Operator?

Asphalt Paving Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Asphalt Paving Operator roles are District of Columbia $89,053, California $88,715, Massachusetts $87,533. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Asphalt Paving Operator roles make?

Salaries for Asphalt Paving Operator level roles vary by specialization: Asphalt Paving Foreman: $93,430; Asphalt Paving Foreperson: $91,371; Asphalt Paving Crew Leader: $85,903; Paving Operator: $76,547; Asphalt Paving Crew: $53,087.

Asphalt Paving Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Asphalt Paving Operator make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Asphalt Paving Operator in Delaware is $81,452 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Asphalt Paving Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,126
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,889 to $93,844
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,092

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Asphalt Paving Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,844	$7,820	$1,805	$45
Average	$81,452	$6,788	$1,566	$39
25th Percentile	$72,889	$6,074	$1,402	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Asphalt Paving Operator Salaries

An Asphalt Paving Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Asphalt Paving 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 Asphalt Paving Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $89,053.
California: $88,715.
Massachusetts: $87,533.

District of Columbia $89,053 California $88,715 Massachusetts $87,533 Washington $87,211 New Jersey $87,179 Alaska $87,066 Connecticut $85,957 New York $85,506

Hawaii $84,066 Rhode Island $83,391 Maryland $82,932 Minnesota $82,305 Colorado $82,064 Illinois $81,983 Oregon $81,678 Delaware $81,452

New Hampshire $81,311 Virginia $80,994 Pennsylvania $80,069 Nevada $79,602 North Dakota $79,450 Michigan $79,208 Wisconsin $79,120 Vermont $78,943

Texas $78,452 Maine $78,420 Arizona $78,372 Ohio $78,316 Georgia $77,576 Indiana $77,206 Wyoming $77,133 Utah $77,021

Iowa $76,972 Kansas $76,586 Louisiana $76,474 North Carolina $76,433 Missouri $76,417 Florida $76,104 Montana $75,935 Nebraska $75,774

Kentucky $75,685 South Carolina $75,364 Tennessee $75,163 Idaho $75,082 New Mexico $74,495 Oklahoma $74,366 Alabama $73,892 South Dakota $73,096

Arkansas $72,661 West Virginia $72,428 Mississippi $71,728

Top Paying Cities for Asphalt Paving 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: $81,086
Little Creek: $81,679
Magnolia: $81,562

Lincoln, DE $81,086 Little Creek, DE $81,679 Magnolia, DE $81,562 Milford, DE $81,292 Marydel, DE $81,425 Millsboro, DE $80,745 Millville, DE $80,870 Milton, DE $81,010

Nassau, DE $81,069 Ocean View, DE $80,856 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,012 Seaford, DE $81,057 Selbyville, DE $80,722 Smyrna, DE $81,735 Viola, DE $81,359 Woodside, DE $81,578

Bear, DE $81,390 Newark, DE $81,359 Claymont, DE $81,526 Delaware City, DE $81,440 Hockessin, DE $81,352 Kirkwood, DE $81,425 Middletown, DE $81,456 Montchanin, DE $81,370

New Castle, DE $81,382 Odessa, DE $81,497 Port Penn, DE $81,551 Rockland, DE $81,378 Saint Georges, DE $81,431 Townsend, DE $81,556 Winterthur, DE $81,388 Lewes, DE $81,041

Wilmington, DE $81,356 Dover, DE $81,679 Dover Afb, DE $81,249 Bethany Beach, DE $80,771 Bethel, DE $80,855 Bridgeville, DE $81,045 Camden Wyoming, DE $81,449 Cheswold, DE $81,653

Clayton, DE $81,655 Dagsboro, DE $80,715 Delmar, DE $80,585 Ellendale, DE $80,830 Felton, DE $81,285 Fenwick Island, DE $80,733 Frankford, DE $80,592 Frederica, DE $81,366

Georgetown, DE $80,684 Greenwood, DE $81,058 Harbeson, DE $80,770 Harrington, DE $81,182 Hartly, DE $81,435 Houston, DE $81,066 Kenton, DE $81,659 Laurel, DE $80,636

Yorklyn, DE $81,376

Asphalt Paving Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Asphalt Paving 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 June 01, 2026

$72,889

Average $81,452/year

$93,844

$6,074

Average $6,788/month

$7,820

$1,402

Average $1,566/week

$1,805

$35

Average $39/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,844	$7,820	$1,805	$45
Average	$81,452	$6,788	$1,566	$39
25th Percentile	$72,889	$6,074	$1,402	$35

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