How much does a dredge operator make in Florida?
$52,800a year
Median yearly pay for dredge operators in Florida. That is $25.38 an hour or $4,400 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.38
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 9
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,930Median: $52,800Highest 10%: $62,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,930 | $19.20 | |
| 25th | $46,690 | $22.45 | |
| Median | $52,800 | $25.38 | |
| 75th | $60,340 | $29.01 | |
| 90th | $62,310 | $29.96 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dredge operators.
| 3. Iowa | $57,990 |
| 4. Wisconsin | $54,310 |
| 5. Ohio | $53,310 |
| 6. Florida | $52,800 |
| 7. Alabama | $50,030 |
| 8. Louisiana | $48,590 |
| 9. Nebraska | $45,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dredge operator make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $25.38 ($52,800 a year).
Do dredge operators make more in Florida than the national average?
Yes: $52,800 against $49,640 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Florida rank for dredge operator pay?
Florida ranks 6 of 9 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.