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Dredge Operators Salary in Wisconsin
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Dredge Operators make in Wisconsin?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$54,310
Median Annual Salary
$53,870
Mean Salary
$54,310
Median Salary
$26.11
Hourly Rate
Dredge Operators salary by percentile in Wisconsin
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Dredge Operators in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $54,310 per year ($4,525/month).
This is 0.6% below the national average of $54,634.
Wisconsin ranks #4 out of 9 states for Dredge Operators pay.
About This Job: Dredge Operators
Operate dredge to remove sand, gravel, or other materials in order to excavate and maintain navigable channels in waterways.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
3.75
Operations Monitoring
3.5
Critical Thinking
3.0
Coordination
3.0
Judgment and Decision Making
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
4.06
English Language
3.43
Public Safety and Security
3.18
Administration and Management
3.15
Production and Processing
2.94
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(80.0% of workers)
Salaries for Dredge Operators in Wisconsin range from $44,190 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $64,580 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,320 and $61,030.
Median $54,310
P10: $44,190P25: $46,320P75: $61,030P90: $64,580
10th
$44,190
25th
$46,320
Median
$54,310
75th
$61,030
90th
$64,580
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$44,190
$21.25
$3,682
25th Percentile
$46,320
$22.27
$3,860
Median (50th)
$54,310
$26.11
$4,525
75th Percentile
$61,030
$29.34
$5,085
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$64,580
$31.05
$5,381
Note: The mean (average) salary of $53,870 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Dredge Operators in Wisconsin is $54,310 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $53,870.
What is the salary range for a Dredge Operators in Wisconsin?
Salaries for Dredge Operators in Wisconsin range from $44,190 at the 10th percentile to $64,580 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,320 and $61,030.
What is the starting salary for a Dredge Operators in Wisconsin?
Entry-level Dredge Operators positions in Wisconsin typically start around $44,190 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,320 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Dredge Operators in Wisconsin?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Dredge Operators in Wisconsin is approximately $26.11 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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