What are the main factors that influence a Pile Driver 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 Pile Driver Operator's salary?

A Pile Driver Operator's salary grows with experience: a Surface Mount Tech Machine Operator I (0-1 years)earns $36,437, a Pile Driver Operator (1-3 years)earns $45,169, a Surface Mount Tech Machine Operator III (3-5 years)earns $50,234,

What are the highest paying states for a Pile Driver Operator?

Pile Driver Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pile Driver Operator roles are District of Columbia $47,881, California $47,699, Massachusetts $47,064. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pile Driver Operator roles make?

Salaries for Pile Driver Operator level roles vary by specialization: Pile Drivers: $83,972; Pile Driver: $76,028; Driver/Sales Representative: $57,518; truck driver owner operator: $51,214; Owner Operator Driver: $48,042.

Pile Driver Operator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Pile Driver Operator make in Rhode Island?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pile Driver Operator in Rhode Island is $44,837 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,334
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,050 to $49,285
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,691

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Pile Driver Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,285	$4,107	$948	$24
Average	$44,837	$3,736	$862	$22
25th Percentile	$40,050	$3,337	$770	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Pile Driver Operator Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $47,881.
California: $47,699.
Massachusetts: $47,064.

District of Columbia $47,881 California $47,699 Massachusetts $47,064 Washington $46,891 New Jersey $46,873 Alaska $46,813 Connecticut $46,216 New York $45,974

Hawaii $45,200 Rhode Island $44,837 Maryland $44,590 Minnesota $44,253 Colorado $44,123 Illinois $44,080 Oregon $43,916 Delaware $43,794

New Hampshire $43,718 Virginia $43,548 Pennsylvania $43,051 Nevada $42,800 North Dakota $42,718 Michigan $42,588 Wisconsin $42,540 Vermont $42,445

Texas $42,181 Maine $42,164 Arizona $42,138 Ohio $42,108 Georgia $41,710 Indiana $41,511 Wyoming $41,472 Utah $41,412

Iowa $41,386 Kansas $41,178 Louisiana $41,118 North Carolina $41,096 Missouri $41,087 Florida $40,919 Montana $40,828 Nebraska $40,741

Kentucky $40,694 South Carolina $40,521 Tennessee $40,413 Idaho $40,369 New Mexico $40,054 Oklahoma $39,985 Alabama $39,729 South Dakota $39,301

Arkansas $39,068 West Virginia $38,942 Mississippi $38,566

Top Paying Cities for Pile Driver 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:

Adamsville: $45,397
Albion: $45,013
Ashaway: $45,311

Adamsville, RI $45,397 Albion, RI $45,013 Ashaway, RI $45,311 Barrington, RI $44,895 Block Island, RI $45,145 Bradford, RI $45,284 Bristol, RI $45,068 Carolina, RI $45,209

Charlestown, RI $45,225 Chepachet, RI $45,135 Clayville, RI $45,010 Coventry, RI $45,012 West Greenwich, RI $45,136 East Greenwich, RI $44,981 Exeter, RI $45,123 Fiskeville, RI $44,894

Forestdale, RI $45,240 Foster, RI $45,112 Glendale, RI $45,244 Greene, RI $45,171 Greenville, RI $44,911 Harmony, RI $44,969 Harrisville, RI $45,224 Hope, RI $44,922

Hope Valley, RI $45,271 Hopkinton, RI $45,331 Jamestown, RI $45,180 Kenyon, RI $45,203 Little Compton, RI $45,390 Manville, RI $45,073 Mapleville, RI $45,144 Newport, RI $45,225

Middletown, RI $45,245 North Kingstown, RI $45,059 North Scituate, RI $44,970 Oakland, RI $45,193 Pascoag, RI $45,254 Pawtucket, RI $44,828 Central Falls, RI $44,848 Cumberland, RI $45,103

Lincoln, RI $44,893 Portsmouth, RI $45,220 Prudence Island, RI $45,127 Rockville, RI $45,324 Saunderstown, RI $45,152 Shannock, RI $45,206 Slatersville, RI $45,241 Slocum, RI $45,151

Tiverton, RI $45,358 Wakefield, RI $45,191 Kingston, RI $45,174 Narragansett, RI $45,203 Peace Dale, RI $45,185 Warren, RI $45,011 Warwick, RI $44,885 Westerly, RI $45,322

West Kingston, RI $45,188 West Warwick, RI $44,940 Wood River Junction, RI $45,252 Woonsocket, RI $45,243 North Smithfield, RI $45,140 Wyoming, RI $45,206 Providence, RI $44,815 Cranston, RI $44,821

North Providence, RI $44,826 East Providence, RI $44,818 Riverside, RI $44,832 Rumford, RI $44,826 Smithfield, RI $44,917 Johnston, RI $44,841

Pile Driver Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pile Driver 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

$40,050

Average $44,837/year

$49,285

$3,337

Average $3,736/month

$4,107

$770

Average $862/week

$948

$19

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,285	$4,107	$948	$24
Average	$44,837	$3,736	$862	$22
25th Percentile	$40,050	$3,337	$770	$19

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