How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make in Florida?
$51,990a year
Median yearly pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators in Florida. That is $25.00 an hour or $4,333 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.00
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 38 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,370Median: $51,990Highest 10%: $63,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,370 | $19.41 | |
| 25th | $45,490 | $21.87 | |
| Median | $51,990 | $25.00 | |
| 75th | $60,460 | $29.07 | |
| 90th | $63,640 | $30.60 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jacksonville, FL | $50,490 |
| Miami, FL | $48,770 |
| Orlando, FL | $47,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators.
| 35. Louisiana | $53,510 |
| 36. South Carolina | $52,580 |
| 37. Pennsylvania | $52,350 |
| 38. Florida | $51,990 |
| 39. Georgia | $50,290 |
| 40. Tennessee | $49,500 |
| 41. Texas | $49,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $25.00 ($51,990 a year).
Do excavating and loading machine and dragline operators make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $51,990 against $57,430 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Florida rank for excavating and loading machine and dragline operator pay?
Florida ranks 38 of 49 states.
Which city in Florida pays excavating and loading machine and dragline operators the most?
Jacksonville, FL, with a median of $50,490 a year.
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.