SOC 472072
Pile Driver Operators
Operate pile drivers mounted on skids, barges, crawler treads, or locomotive cranes to drive pilings for retaining walls, bulkheads, and foundations of structures such as buildings, bridges, and piers.
National Median
$70,510
per year
National Salary Overview
Median Annual
$70,510
Entry Level (10th pct)
$46,690
Experienced (90th pct)
$121,990
Total Employed
3,040
Salary Distribution
Salary percentiles show the range from entry-level (10th) to top earners (90th)
Salary by Experience Level
| Experience Level | Estimated Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry Level0-2 years experience | $46,690 - $54,750 |
| Mid Career2-8 years experience | $54,750 - $103,960 |
| Senior / Expert8+ years experience | $103,960 - $121,990 |
Highest Paying Locations for Pile Driver Operators
Pile Driver Operators Salary by Location
Compare salaries across 28 metropolitan areas
| Metropolitan Area | Median Salary | Employed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $133,080 | 130 | |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $125,070 | 40 | |
| New Jersey | $125,050 | 60 | |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH | $118,960 | 170 | |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $114,470 | 80 | |
| Massachusetts | $113,360 | 220 | |
| California | $105,950 | 790 | |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $103,790 | 260 | |
| Washington | $101,260 | N/A | |
| Pennsylvania | $91,160 | 30 | |
| Alaska | $87,630 | 110 | |
| Anchorage, AK | $87,630 | 60 | |
| Maryland | $77,990 | N/A | |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD | $74,940 | N/A | |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $67,980 | 150 | |
| Texas | $66,070 | 270 | |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $59,000 | 110 | |
| Louisiana | $58,980 | 180 | |
| South Carolina | $55,960 | N/A | |
| Florida | $54,750 | 560 | |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | $54,750 | 180 | |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL | $50,810 | 80 | |
| Virginia | $49,960 | 130 | |
| Indiana | $49,330 | 60 | |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $49,270 | 100 | |
| Georgia | $46,710 | 70 | |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $46,710 | 60 | |
| North Carolina | $44,990 | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a Pile Driver Operators?
The national median annual salary for Pile Driver Operators is $70,510, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This means half of workers in this occupation earn more, and half earn less.
Where do Pile Driver Operatorss earn the most?
The highest-paying metro area for Pile Driver Operatorss is San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median salary of $133,080.
How much can an experienced Pile Driver Operators make?
Top-earning Pile Driver Operatorss (90th percentile) make $121,990 or more annually. This typically reflects workers with significant experience, specialized skills, or positions in high-paying regions.