How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make in Rhode Island?
$59,590a year
Median yearly pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators in Rhode Island. That is $28.65 an hour or $4,966 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.65
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,120Median: $59,590Highest 10%: $73,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,120 | $22.17 | |
| 25th | $46,120 | $22.17 | |
| Median | $59,590 | $28.65 | |
| 75th | $63,300 | $30.43 | |
| 90th | $73,860 | $35.51 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $60,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators.
| 17. Colorado | $61,020 |
| 18. Arizona | $60,310 |
| 19. Vermont | $59,790 |
| 20. Rhode Island | $59,590 |
| 21. Virginia | $59,480 |
| 22. Iowa | $59,390 |
| 23. Michigan | $59,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $28.65 ($59,590 a year).
Do excavating and loading machine and dragline operators make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $59,590 against $57,430 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for excavating and loading machine and dragline operator pay?
Rhode Island ranks 20 of 49 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays excavating and loading machine and dragline operators the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $60,850 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.