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Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining Salary in New Jersey
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining make in New Jersey?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$80,310
Median Annual Salary
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-23.9% vs 2024
$88,110
Mean Salary
$80,310
Median Salary
$38.61
Hourly Rate
740 people work as Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in New Jersey
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining salary by percentile in New Jersey
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in New Jersey earn a median salary of $80,310 per year ($6,692/month).
This is 34.3% above the national average of $59,780.
New Jersey ranks #3 out of 49 states for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining pay.
Approximately 740 people work in this occupation across New Jersey.
Salaries decreased by 23.9% 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 New Jersey
Salaries for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in New Jersey range from $54,220 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $123,590 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $62,490 and $122,950.
How much do Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining make in New Jersey?
The median annual salary for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in New Jersey is $80,310 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $88,110.
What is the salary range for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in New Jersey?
Salaries for Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in New Jersey range from $54,220 at the 10th percentile to $123,590 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $62,490 and $122,950.
What is the starting salary for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in New Jersey?
Entry-level Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining positions in New Jersey typically start around $54,220 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $62,490 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in New Jersey?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 740 people are employed as Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in New Jersey.
What is the hourly rate for a Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining in New Jersey?
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 New Jersey is approximately $38.61 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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