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Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining Salary in Michigan
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining make in Michigan?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$59,040
Median Annual Salary
▲
+9.8% vs 2024
$58,710
Mean Salary
$59,040
Median Salary
$28.38
Hourly Rate
880 people work as Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining salary by percentile in Michigan
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan earn a median salary of $59,040 per year ($4,920/month).
This is 1.2% below the national average of $59,780.
Michigan ranks #23 out of 49 states for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining pay.
Approximately 880 people work in this occupation across Michigan.
Salaries increased by 9.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining
Operate or tend machinery at surface mining site, equipped with scoops, shovels, or buckets to excavate and load loose materials.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
4.12
Operations Monitoring
3.62
Monitoring
3.12
Reading Comprehension
3.0
Active Listening
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
3.24
Building and Construction
3.17
Public Safety and Security
2.97
English Language
2.65
Mathematics
2.63
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(71.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan
Salaries for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan range from $45,730 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $71,090 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $48,930 and $64,050.
Median $59,040
P10: $45,730P25: $48,930P75: $64,050P90: $71,090
10th
$45,730
25th
$48,930
Median
$59,040
75th
$64,050
90th
$71,090
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$45,730
$21.99
$3,810
25th Percentile
$48,930
$23.52
$4,077
Median (50th)
$59,040
$28.38
$4,920
75th Percentile
$64,050
$30.79
$5,337
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$71,090
$34.18
$5,924
Note: The mean (average) salary of $58,710 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#23
Michigan ranks #23 of 49 states
$59,780
National avg. for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining
How much do Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining make in Michigan?
The median annual salary for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan is $59,040 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $58,710.
What is the salary range for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan?
Salaries for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan range from $45,730 at the 10th percentile to $71,090 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $48,930 and $64,050.
What is the starting salary for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan?
Entry-level Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining positions in Michigan typically start around $45,730 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $48,930 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 880 people are employed as Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan.
What is the hourly rate for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in Michigan is approximately $28.38 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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