How much does an operating engineer and other construction equipment operator make in Hawaii?
$115,900a year
Median yearly pay for operating engineer and other construction equipment operators in Hawaii. That is $55.70 an hour or $9,655 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.70
- Vs. national median
- +94%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,390Median: $115,900Highest 10%: $129,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,390 | $30.00 | |
| 25th | $73,200 | $35.19 | |
| Median | $115,900 | $55.70 | |
| 75th | $121,800 | $58.55 | |
| 90th | $129,600 | $62.30 |
Cities in Hawaii
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kahului, HI | $125,000 |
| Honolulu, HI | $117,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for operating engineer and other construction equipment operators.
| 1. Hawaii | $115,900 |
| 2. Illinois | $97,740 |
| 3. New Jersey | $89,660 |
| 4. California | $87,160 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an operating engineer and other construction equipment operator make an hour in Hawaii?
The median hourly pay in Hawaii is $55.70 ($115,900 a year).
Do operating engineer and other construction equipment operators make more in Hawaii than the national average?
Yes: $115,900 against $59,850 nationally, 94% more.
Where does Hawaii rank for operating engineer and other construction equipment operator pay?
Hawaii ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Hawaii pays operating engineer and other construction equipment operators the most?
Kahului-Wailuku, HI, with a median of $125,000 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.