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Excavator operator salary in United States (Updated 2026)
How much does an Excavator Operator make in the United States?
Average base salary
$27.03
- Hour
- Day
- Week
- Month
- Year
Average $27.03
Low $18.50
High $39.49
The average salary for a excavator operator is $27.03 per hour in the United States. 2.6k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 8, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Excavator Operator in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.Skillforce Inc.
$155,526per year
Pro Services, Inc.
$137,500per year
Fix-It 24/7
$110,000per year
Polestar Plumbing Heating & Co...
$110,000per year
Capps Plumbing & Sewer
$105,040per year
ARS
$105,000per year
