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Pile Driver Operator Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median pile driver operator salary in Birmingham, AL is $65,565 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 3.4% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$65,565
vs State Avg
+$2,185
vs National
$-7,285
Cost of Living
90%

Pile Driver Operator Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level pile driver operator earns around $40,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $97,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$40,500
$-4,500 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$66,600
$-7,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$97,200
$-10,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $37,800
25th Percentile $48,600
Median (50th) $65,565
75th Percentile $84,600
90th Percentile $100,800

Pile Driver Operator Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$67,022
Pop. 216,963
Tuscaloosa, AL
$64,108
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$62,651
Pop. 200,603
Mobile, AL
$61,923
Pop. 187,041

How to Become a Pile Driver Operator in Birmingham

Education

Most pile driver operator positions require a high school diploma. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Pile Driving EquipmentConstructionEquipment MaintenanceSafetyCommunicationPhysical Stamina

Job Outlook

Nationally, pile driver operator employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.