As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Asphalt Plant Operator in Minnesota is $39,972, equivalent to $19 per hour, $769 weekly, or $3,331 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Asphalt Plant Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Asphalt Plant Operator in Minnesota vary widely, spanning from $33,362 to $47,478. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,512) and 75th percentile ($43,901), while top earners (90th percentile) make $47,478 per year. This $7,389 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Written Communication or Chemistry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Minnesota Asphalt Plant Operator often earn 2.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies. However, Minnesota currently ranks 12 nationwide for Asphalt Plant Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Asphalt Plant Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $33,362 MN September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $36,512 MN September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $39,972 MN September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $43,901 MN September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $47,478 MN September 01, 2026
25% $36,512 10% $33,362 90% $47,478 75% $43,901 $39,972 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Equipment operator (abbreviated as EO) is a United States Navy occupational rating. Equipment operators perform tasks involving deployment and operation of automotive, materials handling, weight lifting and construction equipment; direct and coordinate efforts of individuals and crews in execution of construction, earth‑moving, roadbuilding, quarrying, asphalt batching and paving, concrete batch plant operations, concrete paving and transit mixer operation assignments; maintain records and reports on mobile and stationary equipment and organize and supervise automotive and construction equip...

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Location Lakeville, MN Avg. Salary $48,297 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Minnetonka, MN Avg. Salary $48,866 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ada, MN Avg. Salary $45,395 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adams, MN Avg. Salary $46,297 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adolph, MN Avg. Salary $45,270 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MN Avg. Salary $44,525 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Afton, MN Avg. Salary $48,321 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ah Gwah Ching, MN Avg. Salary $45,442 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Aitkin, MN Avg. Salary $45,396 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Akeley, MN Avg. Salary $45,421 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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    Asphalt Plant Operator

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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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