Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators Salary in Arkansas

$24,308 $78,886
10th pct Median: $45,864 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$24,308
25th Percentile$33,022
50th (Median)$45,864
75th Percentile$63,292
90th (Top Earners)$78,886
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arkansas median salary of $45,864 for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators has the purchasing power of approximately $52,000 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arkansas's lower cost of living (COL index: 88.2) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators make in Arkansas?
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Arkansas earn a median annual salary of $45,864 per year ($22.05/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $54,600.
Is Arkansas a good state for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators?
Arkansas pays slightly below the national average for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators. Cost of living in Arkansas is lower average (COL index: 88.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Arkansas?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 88.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $45,864 salary in Arkansas has the purchasing power of approximately $52,000 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Arkansas increase real purchasing power.
How does Arkansas compare to neighboring states for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Arkansas

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $279,048
2 Radiologists $260,333
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $257,225
4 Neurologists $248,304
5 Surgeons, All Other $247,397
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $228,379
7 Psychiatrists $209,830
8 Physicians, Pathologists $204,893
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Arkansas

Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the construction trades sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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