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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
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+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 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)
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.
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.
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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