How much does an Aggregate Loader Operator make in Texas? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aggregate Loader Operator in Texas is $35,952 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, an Aggregate Loader Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $41,508
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,211 to $38,860
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,716

Key Factors That Influence Aggregate Loader Operator Salaries

An Aggregate Loader Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Aggregate Loader Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aggregate Loader Operator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $35,129
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $35,427
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $36,033
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $36,154
  • Expert (over 8 years): $36,235
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Aggregate Loader Operator less than 1 year $35,129
Early Career Level Aggregate Loader Operator 1-2 years $35,427
Mid-Level Level Aggregate Loader Operator 2-4 years $36,033
Senior-Level Level Aggregate Loader Operator 5-8 years $36,154
Expert Level Aggregate Loader Operator over 8 years $36,235

Top Paying Cities for Aggregate Loader Operator

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Waka: $32,764
  • Hillsboro: $33,748
  • Austin: $36,494

Aggregate Loader Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aggregate Loader Operator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Chemicals, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Aggregate Loader Operator positions in MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Aggregate Loader Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Aggregate Loader Operator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Chemicals $46,738 $22.0 30%

Aggregate Loader Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aggregate Loader Operator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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  • Monthly
  • Weekly
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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$33,211
Average $35,952/year
$38,860
$2,768
Average $2,996/month
$3,238
$639
Average $691/week
$747
$16
Average $17/hour
$19
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $38,860 $3,238 $747 $19
Average $35,952 $2,996 $691 $17
25th Percentile $33,211 $2,768 $639 $16

Find Your Next Aggregate Loader Operator Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Aggregate Loader Operator job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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    Armadillo Materials | Uvalde, TX

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    SRM360 | San Angelo, TX

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    MasTec | Pflugerville, TX

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    Granite Industrial | Forney, TX

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    Armadillo Materials | Robstown, TX

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  • Tex-Mix | Austin, TX

    Tex-Mix | Austin, TX

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