Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in Hawaii

$28,537 $92,610
10th pct Median: $53,843 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$28,537
25th Percentile$38,767
50th (Median)$53,843
75th Percentile$74,303
90th (Top Earners)$92,610
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Hawaii median salary of $53,843 for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators has the purchasing power of approximately $28,072 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Hawaii's higher cost of living (COL index: 191.8) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators make in Hawaii?
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii earn a median annual salary of $53,843 per year ($25.89/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $46,820.
Is Hawaii a good state for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators?
Hawaii pays above the national average for paving, surfacing, and tamping equipment operators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Hawaii is higher average (COL index: 191.8).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 191.8 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $53,843 salary in Hawaii has the purchasing power of approximately $28,072 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Hawaii reduce real purchasing power.
How does Hawaii compare to neighboring states for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Hawaii

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $382,030
2 Radiologists $356,408
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $352,153
4 Neurologists $339,940
5 Surgeons, All Other $338,698
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $312,662
7 Psychiatrists $287,268
8 Physicians, Pathologists $280,508
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii

Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping 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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