How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make in Washington?
$64,270a year
Median yearly pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators in Washington. That is $30.90 an hour or $5,356 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.90
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 640
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,970Median: $64,270Highest 10%: $93,150
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,970 | $24.50 | |
| 25th | $59,940 | $28.82 | |
| Median | $64,270 | $30.90 | |
| 75th | $77,930 | $37.47 | |
| 90th | $93,150 | $44.78 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $73,300 |
| Portland, OR | $66,160 |
| Spokane, WA | $60,180 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for excavating and loading machine and dragline operators.
| 8. California | $74,500 |
| 9. Montana | $65,850 |
| 10. Connecticut | $65,710 |
| 11. Washington | $64,270 |
| 12. Nevada | $63,810 |
| 13. Indiana | $61,910 |
| 14. West Virginia | $61,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an excavating and loading machine and dragline operator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $30.90 ($64,270 a year).
Do excavating and loading machine and dragline operators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $64,270 against $57,430 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Washington rank for excavating and loading machine and dragline operator pay?
Washington ranks 11 of 49 states.
Which city in Washington pays excavating and loading machine and dragline operators the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $73,300 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.