How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make in Denver?
Median yearly pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $31.43 an hour or $5,448 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.43
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 20 of 118
- Jobs in the area
- 120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,680 | $23.88 | |
| 25th | $60,690 | $29.18 | |
| Median | $65,370 | $31.43 | |
| 75th | $79,390 | $38.17 | |
| 90th | $79,390 | $38.17 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators.
| Colorado Springs, CO | $61,410 |
| Greeley, CO | $60,070 |
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Salaries for every job in Denver, COFrequently asked questions
How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $31.43 ($65,370 a year).
Do excavating and loading machine and dragline operators make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $65,370 against $57,430 nationally, 14% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $61,020, so Denver pays 7% more.
Where does Denver rank for excavating and loading machine and dragline operator pay?
20 of 118 metro areas with data.
How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,680 or less a year; the top 10% make $79,390 or more.
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.