How much does a Crane/Tower Operator make in the United States? The average Crane/Tower Operator salary in the United States is $51,946 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $41,774 and $63,332. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Crane/Tower Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Crane/Tower Operator Salary $32,513 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Crane/Tower Operator Salary $41,774 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Crane/Tower Operator Salary $51,946 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Crane/Tower Operator Salary $63,332 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Crane/Tower Operator Salary $73,698 US February 26, 2024
25% $41,774 10% $32,513 90% $73,698 75% $63,332 $51,946 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Crane/Tower Operator operates electric tower crane equipment. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and at least 4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Crane/Tower Operator is familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Additionally, Crane/Tower Operator performs a variety of complicated tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. May report directly to a supervisor or manager. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Crane/Tower Operator salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Crane/Tower Operator, the highest Crane/Tower Operator salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Crane/Tower Operator salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Crane/Tower Operator salary is in Miami, FL, where the Crane/Tower Operator salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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