As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bridge Operator in Maryland is $84,010, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,616 weekly, or $7,001 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 Maryland vary widely, spanning from $67,385 to $107,525. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($75,308) and 75th percentile ($96,318), while top earners (90th percentile) make $107,525 per year. This $21,010 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, Maryland Bridge Operator often earn 3.1% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 53 companies. However, Maryland currently ranks 11 nationwide 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 $67,385 MD April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $75,308 MD April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $84,010 MD April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $96,318 MD April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bridge Operator Salary $107,525 MD April 01, 2026
25% $75,308 10% $67,385 90% $107,525 75% $96,318 $84,010 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Dundalk, MD Avg. Salary $88,651 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Abell, MD Avg. Salary $94,764 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, MD Avg. Salary $86,218 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Avg. Salary $86,716 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Abingdon, MD Avg. Salary $86,450 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Accident, MD Avg. Salary $75,797 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Accokeek, MD Avg. Salary $95,022 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Adamstown, MD Avg. Salary $93,130 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Allen, MD Avg. Salary $91,032 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Andrews Air Force Base, MD Avg. Salary $95,168 Date Updated April 01, 2026
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    Heavy Equipment Operator III

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Bridge Operator

    5 - 7 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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