Forklift Operator Salary in Kansas City, MO

Median: $22.76/hour ($47,350/year) — $930 (2%) above the national median. Range: $43,520–$55,820.

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Last updated: 2026-07-04 · Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · National Forklift Operator salary guide

The median Forklift Operator salary in Kansas City, MO is $22.76/hour ($47,350/year) ($930 (2%) above the national median), with a typical range of $43,520–$55,820. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

Salary stats
MetricValueSource
Median$22.76/hour ($47,350/year)BLS
Range$43,520–$55,820BLS
### Key facts for Forklift Operator in Kansas City Median pay and comparison. - Median is the middle value. - Data from BLS.

Forklift Operator Salary in Kansas City vs. National Average

25th Pct (Kansas City) $43,520
Median (Kansas City) $47,350
75th Pct (Kansas City) $55,820

National median: $46,420/yr. Kansas City is $930 (2%) above the national median.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Kansas City, MO-KS metro area (SOC 53-7051, Forklift Operator).

Forklift Operator pay in Kansas City, MO — common questions

How much does a Forklift Operator make in Kansas City, MO?
The median Forklift Operator salary in Kansas City, MO is $22.76/hour ($47,350/year) ($930 (2%) above the national median), with a typical range of $43,520–$55,820 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is Kansas City a strong pay market for Forklift Operators?
At a $47,350 median, Kansas City is $930 (2%) above the national median. The U.S. median is $46,420. Jobeezy shows you which local employers actually pay at the top of that band before you apply.
How can I earn more as a Forklift Operator in Kansas City?
Target employers paying toward the $55,820 (75th-percentile) mark and anchor your negotiation to the BLS band. Jobeezy fit-scores Forklift Operator openings in Kansas City and auto-applies, so you reach more high-paying employers fast.

Forklift Operator salary in nearby markets

St. Louis, MO ($46,330) · Atlanta, GA ($44,710) · Omaha, NE ($45,120) · Sacramento, CA ($47,570) · Colorado Springs, CO ($45,710) · Mesa, AZ ($48,770) · Raleigh, NC ($45,140) · Fresno, CA ($43,360)

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