Pile Driver Operators Salary by State
The national median pay for pile driver operators is $73,300 a year. By state, it ranges from $47,930 in Georgia to $120,980 in Massachusetts.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
U.S. pay range
- Lowest 10%
- $48,790
- 25th percentile
- $58,510
- Median
- $73,300
- 75th percentile
- $106,430
- Top 10%
- $124,600
Annual pay, all U.S. workers in this job. About 2,310 jobs.
Median pay in 11 states
| # | State | Median | vs. U.S. | Lowest 10% | Top 10% | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Massachusetts | $120,980 | +65% | $87,100 | $124,700 | 130 |
| 2 | Washington | $111,080 | +52% | $99,180 | $140,630 | 50 |
| 3 | California | $110,340 | +51% | $71,630 | $135,780 | 480 |
| 4 | Pennsylvania | $93,550 | +28% | $80,380 | $102,030 | 90 |
| 5 | Alaska | $78,080 | +7% | $54,070 | $118,970 | 190 |
| 6 | Texas | $66,140 | −10% | $45,220 | $70,930 | 280 |
| 7 | Louisiana | $61,150 | −17% | $54,450 | $88,340 | 180 |
| 8 | Virginia | $59,910 | −18% | $50,770 | $75,920 | 150 |
| 9 | Tennessee | $54,830 | −25% | $44,070 | $67,860 | 30 |
| 10 | Florida | $51,830 | −29% | $46,060 | $81,590 | 270 |
| 11 | Georgia | $47,930 | −35% | $39,850 | $60,360 | 50 |
BLS OEWS May 2025 state estimates. States without published data are not listed. “Not published”: BLS withheld the value or it is above the highest amount BLS publishes. Pay is not adjusted for living costs.
Pile Driver Operators salary questions
Which state pays pile driver operators the most?
Massachusetts, with a median of $120,980 a year (+65% vs. the national median of $73,300). BLS May 2025.
Which state pays pile driver operators the least?
Georgia, with a median of $47,930 a year (−35% vs. national).
Where do most pile driver operators work?
California has the most jobs, about 480, with a median of $110,340.
Does a higher salary mean more money left over?
Not always. These are pay figures only. Living costs, taxes and housing differ a lot between states, and this page does not adjust for them.