The highest median for heavy equipment operators in Virginia is in Charlottesville at $59,790. Compare with all U.S. metros.
Median pay by metro
All Virginia metros
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| Metro | Median pay | Real pay | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| CharlottesvilleVIRGINIA · VA | $59,790 | $60,305 | 310 |
| RichmondVIRGINIA · VA | $55,280 | $56,490 | 2,220 |
| Virginia BeachVIRGINIA · VA | $52,060 | $53,154 | 2,150 |
| WinchesterVIRGINIA · VA | $50,790 | $52,659 | 260 |
| LynchburgVIRGINIA · VA | $50,100 | $56,063 | 230 |
| HarrisonburgVIRGINIA · VA | $49,670 | $52,344 | 260 |
| RoanokeVIRGINIA · VA | $49,010 | $52,351 | 480 |
| StauntonVIRGINIA · VA | $48,750 | $53,496 | 160 |
Pay: BLS OEWS, May 2025 (metro-level). Real pay: BEA price parities, 2024. How we calculate
Licensing in Virginia Official source
The main state licensing office in Virginia is the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation. It can point you to the right license for heavy equipment operators.
Official Virginia licensing site ↗
Requirements for heavy equipment operators vary by state and sometimes by city; always confirm with the official agency.
Other trades in Virginia.