How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make in Virginia?
$59,480a year
Median yearly pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators in Virginia. That is $28.60 an hour or $4,957 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.60
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 1,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,410Median: $59,480Highest 10%: $83,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,410 | $19.43 | |
| 25th | $48,590 | $23.36 | |
| Median | $59,480 | $28.60 | |
| 75th | $66,860 | $32.14 | |
| 90th | $83,080 | $39.94 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $61,040 |
| Richmond, VA | $58,710 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $53,420 |
| Kingsport, TN | $49,430 |
| Roanoke, VA | $46,610 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators.
| 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 |
| 24. Idaho | $58,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $28.60 ($59,480 a year).
Do excavating and loading machine and dragline operators make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $59,480 against $57,430 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Virginia rank for excavating and loading machine and dragline operator pay?
Virginia ranks 21 of 49 states.
Which city in Virginia pays excavating and loading machine and dragline operators the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $61,040 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.