How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make in North Dakota?
$90,380a year
Median yearly pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators in North Dakota. That is $43.45 an hour or $7,532 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.45
- Vs. national median
- +57%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,440Median: $90,380Highest 10%: $123,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,440 | $24.25 | |
| 25th | $59,930 | $28.81 | |
| Median | $90,380 | $43.45 | |
| 75th | $120,100 | $57.73 | |
| 90th | $123,900 | $59.56 |
Cities in North Dakota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators.
| 1. North Dakota | $90,380 |
| 2. Illinois | $80,600 |
| 3. New Jersey | $80,310 |
| 4. Wyoming | $78,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make an hour in North Dakota?
The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $43.45 ($90,380 a year).
Do excavating and loading machine and dragline operators make more in North Dakota than the national average?
Yes: $90,380 against $57,430 nationally, 57% more.
Where does North Dakota rank for excavating and loading machine and dragline operator pay?
North Dakota ranks 1 of 49 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.