Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay in Wyoming
In Wyoming, the median pay for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators is $30.27 an hour ($62,960 a year). About 3,800 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($59,850). Wyoming ranks 18th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators in Wyoming
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.26 | $48,370 |
| 25% of workers | $26.14 | $54,370 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.27 | $62,960 |
| 75% of workers | $40.84 | $84,950 |
| 90% of workers | $41.17 | $85,630 |
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay in Wyoming metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cheyenne | $57,970 | 270 |
| Casper | $54,870 | 280 |
Wyoming unemployment rate: 3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 39,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Wyoming
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $46,030 |
| Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines | $73,200 |
| Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators | $59,820 |
| Electricians | $76,120 |
| Carpenters | $56,850 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $62,410 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $58,450 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $48,190 |
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