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Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary in Hawaii

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

How much do Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators make in Hawaii?

Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

$111,360
Median Annual Salary
▲ +2.6% vs 2024
$96,920
Mean Salary
$111,360
Median Salary
$53.54
Hourly Rate

Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salary by percentile in Hawaii

BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).

Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators salary in Hawaii — 2025 BLS percentilesHorizontal bars showing 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th and 90th percentile annual salaries for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii.10thBottom 10% earn less than $51,230$51,23025th25% earn less than $83,300$83,300MedianHalf earn more than $111,360$111,36075th75% earn less than $111,370$111,37090thTop 10% earn more than $123,990$123,990

Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii earn a median salary of $111,360 per year ($9,280/month). This is 90.2% above the national average of $58,553. Hawaii ranks #1 out of 50 states for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators pay. Salaries increased by 2.6% 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)

Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

Salary Range: Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii

Salaries for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii range from $51,230 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $123,990 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $83,300 and $111,370.

Median $111,360
P10: $51,230 P25: $83,300 P75: $111,370 P90: $123,990
10th
$51,230
25th
$83,300
Median
$111,360
75th
$111,370
90th
$123,990
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level) $51,230 $24.63 $4,269
25th Percentile $83,300 $40.05 $6,941
Median (50th) $111,360 $53.54 $9,280
75th Percentile $111,370 $53.54 $9,280
90th Percentile (Experienced) $123,990 $59.61 $10,332

Note: The mean (average) salary of $96,920 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.

📊 How Does This Compare?

#1
Hawaii ranks #1 of 50 states
$58,553
National avg. for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators
+90.2%
vs. national average
Above Average

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Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators Salary by State

Compare Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators pay across states — sorted by highest median salary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators make in Hawaii?
The median annual salary for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii is $111,360 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $96,920.
What is the salary range for a Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii?
Salaries for Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii range from $51,230 at the 10th percentile to $123,990 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $83,300 and $111,370.
What is the starting salary for a Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii?
Entry-level Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators positions in Hawaii typically start around $51,230 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $83,300 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators in Hawaii is approximately $53.54 per hour.

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Data Source & Methodology

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.

Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS

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