What are the main factors that influence a 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 A Paving Operator's salary?

A Paving Operator's salary grows with experience: a Heavy Equipment Operator I (0-1 years)earns $44,829, a Heavy Equipment Operator II (1-3 years)earns $50,581, a Heavy Equipment Operator III (3-5 years)earns $57,856, a Paving Operator (5-7 years)earns $76,683,

What are the highest paying states for a Paving Operator?

Paving Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Paving Operator roles are District of Columbia $84,753, California $84,431, Massachusetts $83,306. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Paving Operator roles make?

Salaries for Paving Operator level roles vary by specialization: Paving Superintendent: $115,534; Paving Foreman: $90,779; Paving Estimator: $87,698; Asphalt Paving Operator: $80,431; Paving Inspector: $62,957.

Paving Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Paving Operator make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Paving Operator in Delaware is $77,519 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,257
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,442 to $88,898
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,088

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Paving Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,898	$7,408	$1,710	$43
Average	$77,519	$6,460	$1,491	$37
25th Percentile	$69,442	$5,787	$1,335	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Paving Operator Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $84,753.
California: $84,431.
Massachusetts: $83,306.

District of Columbia $84,753 California $84,431 Massachusetts $83,306 Washington $83,000 New Jersey $82,969 Alaska $82,862 Connecticut $81,806 New York $81,377

Hawaii $80,007 Rhode Island $79,364 Maryland $78,928 Minnesota $78,331 Colorado $78,101 Illinois $78,024 Oregon $77,734 Delaware $77,519

New Hampshire $77,385 Virginia $77,083 Pennsylvania $76,203 Nevada $75,759 North Dakota $75,613 Michigan $75,384 Wisconsin $75,299 Vermont $75,131

Texas $74,664 Maine $74,633 Arizona $74,587 Ohio $74,534 Georgia $73,830 Indiana $73,478 Wyoming $73,409 Utah $73,302

Iowa $73,256 Kansas $72,888 Louisiana $72,781 North Carolina $72,743 Missouri $72,727 Florida $72,429 Montana $72,268 Nebraska $72,115

Kentucky $72,031 South Carolina $71,725 Tennessee $71,533 Idaho $71,457 New Mexico $70,898 Oklahoma $70,775 Alabama $70,324 South Dakota $69,566

Arkansas $69,153 West Virginia $68,931 Mississippi $68,265

Top Paying Cities for 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: $77,170
Little Creek: $77,735
Magnolia: $77,623

Lincoln, DE $77,170 Little Creek, DE $77,735 Magnolia, DE $77,623 Milford, DE $77,366 Marydel, DE $77,493 Millsboro, DE $76,846 Millville, DE $76,965 Milton, DE $77,098

Nassau, DE $77,154 Ocean View, DE $76,952 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,100 Seaford, DE $77,143 Selbyville, DE $76,824 Smyrna, DE $77,789 Viola, DE $77,430 Woodside, DE $77,639

Bear, DE $77,460 Newark, DE $77,430 Claymont, DE $77,589 Delaware City, DE $77,508 Hockessin, DE $77,424 Kirkwood, DE $77,493 Middletown, DE $77,523 Montchanin, DE $77,441

New Castle, DE $77,453 Odessa, DE $77,561 Port Penn, DE $77,613 Rockland, DE $77,449 Saint Georges, DE $77,499 Townsend, DE $77,618 Winterthur, DE $77,458 Lewes, DE $77,128

Wilmington, DE $77,427 Dover, DE $77,735 Dover Afb, DE $77,326 Bethany Beach, DE $76,871 Bethel, DE $76,951 Bridgeville, DE $77,132 Camden Wyoming, DE $77,516 Cheswold, DE $77,710

Clayton, DE $77,712 Dagsboro, DE $76,817 Delmar, DE $76,694 Ellendale, DE $76,927 Felton, DE $77,360 Fenwick Island, DE $76,834 Frankford, DE $76,700 Frederica, DE $77,437

Georgetown, DE $76,788 Greenwood, DE $77,144 Harbeson, DE $76,870 Harrington, DE $77,262 Hartly, DE $77,502 Houston, DE $77,152 Kenton, DE $77,716 Laurel, DE $76,742

Yorklyn, DE $77,447

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

Understanding how a 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

$69,442

Average $77,519/year

$88,898

$5,787

Average $6,460/month

$7,408

$1,335

Average $1,491/week

$1,710

$33

Average $37/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,898	$7,408	$1,710	$43
Average	$77,519	$6,460	$1,491	$37
25th Percentile	$69,442	$5,787	$1,335	$33

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