As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bridge Operator in Duluth, MN is $78,152, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,503 weekly, or $6,513 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Bridge Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Bridge Operator in Duluth, MN vary widely, spanning from $62,686 to $100,027. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,057) and 75th percentile ($89,602), while top earners (90th percentile) make $100,027 per year. This $19,545 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Equipment Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Duluth Bridge Operator often earn 6.3% lower than national averages. However, Duluth currently ranks 530 statewide for Bridge 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
Bridge Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $62,686 Duluth, MN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $70,057 Duluth, MN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $78,152 Duluth, MN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $89,602 Duluth, MN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $100,027 Duluth, MN April 01, 2026
25% $70,057 10% $62,686 90% $100,027 75% $89,602 $78,152 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Duluth, Minnesota    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 87.43 square miles (226.44 km2); 67.79 square miles (175.58 km2) is land an....More

Duluth, Minnesota  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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Skills associated with Bridge Operator: Bridge, C, Front

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