How much does a dredge operator make in New Jersey?
$63,810a year
Median yearly pay for dredge operators in New Jersey. That is $30.68 an hour or $5,318 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.68
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 9
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,180Median: $63,810Highest 10%: $74,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,180 | $27.01 | |
| 25th | $58,700 | $28.22 | |
| Median | $63,810 | $30.68 | |
| 75th | $73,010 | $35.10 | |
| 90th | $74,390 | $35.76 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for dredge operators.
| 1. Texas | $65,580 |
| 2. New Jersey | $63,810 |
| 3. Iowa | $57,990 |
| 4. Wisconsin | $54,310 |
| 5. Ohio | $53,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a dredge operator make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $30.68 ($63,810 a year).
Do dredge operators make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $63,810 against $49,640 nationally, 29% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for dredge operator pay?
New Jersey ranks 2 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.