Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in New Jersey

$29,778 $96,636
10th pct Median: $56,184 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$29,778
25th Percentile$40,452
50th (Median)$56,184
75th Percentile$77,534
90th (Top Earners)$96,636
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The New Jersey median salary of $56,184 for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators has the purchasing power of approximately $43,997 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

New Jersey's higher cost of living (COL index: 127.7) 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 New Jersey?
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in New Jersey earn a median annual salary of $56,184 per year ($27.01/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $46,820.
Is New Jersey a good state for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators?
New Jersey pays above the national average for paving, surfacing, and tamping equipment operators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in New Jersey is higher average (COL index: 127.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in New Jersey?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 127.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $56,184 salary in New Jersey has the purchasing power of approximately $43,997 in Missouri. Higher living costs in New Jersey reduce real purchasing power.
How does New Jersey 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 New Jersey

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $398,640
2 Radiologists $371,904
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $367,464
4 Neurologists $354,720
5 Surgeons, All Other $353,424
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $326,256
7 Psychiatrists $299,758
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $292,008
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in New Jersey

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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