How much does an operating engineer and other construction equipment operator make in Greeley?
Median yearly pay for operating engineer and other construction equipment operators in the Greeley, CO metro area. That is $29.18 an hour or $5,058 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.18
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 176 of 392
- Jobs in the area
- 1,550
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,020 | $24.05 | |
| 25th | $55,210 | $26.54 | |
| Median | $60,690 | $29.18 | |
| 75th | $62,940 | $30.26 | |
| 90th | $73,640 | $35.40 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for operating engineer and other construction equipment operators.
| Boulder, CO | $71,060 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $64,650 |
| Denver, CO | $64,080 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $61,660 |
| Pueblo, CO | $61,130 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $57,700 |
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Salaries for every job in Greeley, COFrequently asked questions
How much does an operating engineer and other construction equipment operator make an hour in Greeley?
The median hourly pay in the Greeley, CO metro area is $29.18 ($60,690 a year).
Do operating engineer and other construction equipment operators make more in Greeley than the national average?
Yes: $60,690 against $59,850 nationally, 1% more.
How does Greeley compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $62,620, so Greeley pays 3% less.
Where does Greeley rank for operating engineer and other construction equipment operator pay?
176 of 392 metro areas with data.
How much does an operating engineer and other construction equipment operator make starting out in Greeley?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,020 or less a year; the top 10% make $73,640 or more.
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.