How much does an operating engineer and other construction equipment operator make in Nevada?
$71,410a year
Median yearly pay for operating engineer and other construction equipment operators in Nevada. That is $34.33 an hour or $5,951 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.33
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,410
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,050Median: $71,410Highest 10%: $111,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,050 | $24.54 | |
| 25th | $60,710 | $29.19 | |
| Median | $71,410 | $34.33 | |
| 75th | $90,030 | $43.28 | |
| 90th | $111,200 | $53.47 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reno, NV | $73,260 |
| Carson City, NV | $64,820 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $63,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for operating engineer and other construction equipment operators.
| 12. Wisconsin | $75,280 |
| 13. District of Columbia | $74,610 |
| 14. Oregon | $73,430 |
| 15. Nevada | $71,410 |
| 16. Ohio | $64,940 |
| 17. Rhode Island | $63,610 |
| 18. Wyoming | $62,960 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an operating engineer and other construction equipment operator make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $34.33 ($71,410 a year).
Do operating engineer and other construction equipment operators make more in Nevada than the national average?
Yes: $71,410 against $59,850 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Nevada rank for operating engineer and other construction equipment operator pay?
Nevada ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Nevada pays operating engineer and other construction equipment operators the most?
Reno, NV, with a median of $73,260 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.