50% of professionals earn between $35,000 - $51,636 USD
The median salary is $43,719
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The average salary for a Heavy Equipment Operator in United States is USD 43,719 - USD 51,636 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 47,678 per year, based on 82,470 active job listings.
The cities with the most Heavy Equipment Operator job opportunities in United States are Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Columbus, Phoenix. Houston leads with 609 job openings.
Leading employers for Heavy Equipment Operator roles in United States include Blue World Pools, Inc., Blue World Pools, Waste Management, Arizona Staffing, NOVO BUILDING PRODUCTS.
Explore 82,470 Heavy Equipment Operator job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.