50% of professionals earn between $22,000 - $45,011 USD
The median salary is $37,342
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The average salary for a Heavy Equipment Operator in United States is USD 37,342 - USD 45,011 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 41,177 per year, based on 99,319 active job listings.
The cities with the most Heavy Equipment Operator job opportunities in United States are Houston, New York, Phoenix, Columbus, Dallas. Houston leads with 689 job openings.
Leading employers for Heavy Equipment Operator roles in United States include Blue World Pools, Blue World Pools, Inc., Waste Management, Weihe Construction Inc, Clayton Homes.
Explore 99,319 Heavy Equipment Operator job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.