As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Asphalt Plant Operator in South Carolina is $36,601, equivalent to $18 per hour, $704 weekly, or $3,050 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 South Carolina vary widely, spanning from $30,548 to $43,474. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,432) and 75th percentile ($40,198), while top earners (90th percentile) make $43,474 per year. This $6,766 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, South Carolina Asphalt Plant Operator often earn 6.3% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies. However, South Carolina currently ranks 42 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 $30,548 SC September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $33,432 SC September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $36,601 SC September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $40,198 SC September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Asphalt Plant Operator Salary $43,474 SC September 01, 2026
25% $33,432 10% $30,548 90% $43,474 75% $40,198 $36,601 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 Goose Creek, SC Avg. Salary $44,630 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Abbeville, SC Avg. Salary $42,890 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adams Run, SC Avg. Salary $44,056 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Aiken, SC Avg. Salary $43,358 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alcolu, SC Avg. Salary $41,686 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Allendale, SC Avg. Salary $42,590 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Anderson, SC Avg. Salary $43,300 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Andrews, SC Avg. Salary $42,456 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Arcadia, SC Avg. Salary $43,989 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Awendaw, SC Avg. Salary $44,344 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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    Asphalt Plant Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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