Heavy Equipment Operator Salary in Idaho
Heavy Equipment Operator pay in Idaho, explained
Heavy equipment operators in Idaho earn a median of $61,680 per year ($29.66 per hour), which is 3% above the national median of $59,850. Entry-level workers earn around $47,230, while the most experienced heavy equipment operators reach about $79,650. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Idaho.
Is $61,680 good pay in Idaho?
Adjusted for Idaho's cost of living (which runs 96% of the U.S. average), that $61,680 is worth about $64,590 in national buying power — ranking Idaho #25 for real pay (vs #23 on the sticker number).
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Heavy Equipment Operator in Idaho: FAQ
How much do heavy equipment operators make in Idaho?
Heavy equipment operators in Idaho earn a median of $61,680 per year ($29.66 per hour), compared with $59,850 nationally.
Does Idaho pay heavy equipment operators well?
At $61,680, Idaho pays 3% above the national median for heavy equipment operators. An estimated 4,270 work in the state.