Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in Pennsylvania

$25,063 $81,335
10th pct Median: $47,288 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$25,063
25th Percentile$34,047
50th (Median)$47,288
75th Percentile$65,257
90th (Top Earners)$81,335
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Pennsylvania median salary of $47,288 for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators has the purchasing power of approximately $46,498 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Pennsylvania's higher cost of living (COL index: 101.7) 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 Pennsylvania?
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Pennsylvania earn a median annual salary of $47,288 per year ($22.73/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $46,820.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators?
Pennsylvania pays above the national average for paving, surfacing, and tamping equipment operators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Pennsylvania is near the national average (COL index: 101.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Pennsylvania?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 101.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $47,288 salary in Pennsylvania has the purchasing power of approximately $46,498 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Pennsylvania reduce real purchasing power.
How does Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $335,522
2 Radiologists $313,019
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $309,282
4 Neurologists $298,556
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $274,599
6 Psychiatrists $252,296
7 Physicians, Pathologists $246,359
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $245,773
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Pennsylvania

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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