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Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in District of Columbia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators make in District of Columbia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$91,280
Median Annual Salary
▲
+30.3% vs 2024
$80,320
Mean Salary
$91,280
Median Salary
$43.88
Hourly Rate
70 people work as Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salary by percentile in District of Columbia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $91,280 per year ($7,606/month).
This is 55.9% above the national average of $58,553.
District of Columbia ranks #2 out of 50 states for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators pay.
Approximately 70 people work in this occupation across District of Columbia.
Salaries increased by 30.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators
Operate equipment used for applying concrete, asphalt, or other materials to road beds, parking lots, or airport runways and taxiways or for tamping gravel, dirt, or other materials. Includes concrete and asphalt paving machine operators, form tampers, tamping machine operators, and stone spreader operators.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
3.62
Operation and Control
3.38
Monitoring
3.25
Critical Thinking
3.0
Coordination
3.0
Key Knowledge Areas
Building and Construction
3.65
Mechanical
3.26
Mathematics
2.77
Physics
2.74
Public Safety and Security
2.74
Typical Education: Less than a High School Diploma
(41.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia
Salaries for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia range from $61,550 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $91,280 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $72,180 and $91,280.
Median $91,280
P10: $61,550P25: $72,180P75: $91,280P90: $91,280
10th
$61,550
25th
$72,180
Median
$91,280
75th
$91,280
90th
$91,280
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$61,550
$29.59
$5,129
25th Percentile
$72,180
$34.70
$6,015
Median (50th)
$91,280
$43.88
$7,606
75th Percentile
$91,280
$43.88
$7,606
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$91,280
$43.88
$7,606
Note: The mean (average) salary of $80,320 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#2
District of Columbia ranks #2 of 50 states
$58,553
National avg. for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators
How much do Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators make in District of Columbia?
The median annual salary for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia is $91,280 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $80,320.
What is the salary range for a Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia?
Salaries for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia range from $61,550 at the 10th percentile to $91,280 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $72,180 and $91,280.
What is the starting salary for a Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia?
Entry-level Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators positions in District of Columbia typically start around $61,550 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $72,180 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 70 people are employed as Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia.
What is the hourly rate for a Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in District of Columbia is approximately $43.88 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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