Highway Maintenance Workers Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $24.16
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $17.42 |
| 25th | $20.91 |
| Median | $24.16 |
| 75th | $29.35 |
| 90th | $34.60 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do highway maintenance workers make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $24.16; the mean hourly wage is $25.52.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for highway maintenance workers?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $17.42 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for highway maintenance workers?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $34.60 per hour.