Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $80,900 +21.9% vs national
Median hourly $38.89
10th percentile $75,840
90th percentile $106,370
Employed locally 30
National median $66,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $75,840
    25th
    $80,080
    50th (median)
    $80,900
    75th
    $100,330
    90th
    $106,370

    Top-paying metros for Crane and Tower Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Worcester, MA $133,820
    Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV $132,560
    Nevada $129,930
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $118,720
    Hawaii $115,870
    Urban Honolulu, HI $115,860

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $37,710
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $50,800
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $64,630
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $79,750
    Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels $81,200
    Commercial Pilots $97,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Crane and Tower Operators make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Crane and Tower Operators in Alaska is $38.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.00 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Crane and Tower Operators salaries?

    The median Crane and Tower Operators salary in Alaska is 21.9% above the national median of $66,370. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Crane and Tower Operators in Alaska?

    Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators (10th percentile) earn around $75,840 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,080.