How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make in Georgia?
$50,290a year
Median yearly pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators in Georgia. That is $24.18 an hour or $4,191 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.18
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,270Median: $50,290Highest 10%: $61,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,270 | $21.28 | |
| 25th | $47,880 | $23.02 | |
| Median | $50,290 | $24.18 | |
| 75th | $57,690 | $27.74 | |
| 90th | $61,990 | $29.80 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $56,460 |
| Augusta, GA | $49,520 |
| Savannah, GA | $49,400 |
| Macon, GA | $48,380 |
| Columbus, GA | $44,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators.
| 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 |
| 42. Kansas | $48,950 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $24.18 ($50,290 a year).
Do excavating and loading machine and dragline operators make more in Georgia than the national average?
No: $50,290 against $57,430 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Georgia rank for excavating and loading machine and dragline operator pay?
Georgia ranks 39 of 49 states.
Which city in Georgia pays excavating and loading machine and dragline operators the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $56,460 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.