Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Kansas

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

Median annual salary $73,840 +11.3% vs national
Median hourly $35.50
10th percentile $45,100
90th percentile $89,760
Employed locally 60
National median $66,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,100
    25th
    $62,400
    50th (median)
    $73,840
    75th
    $76,680
    90th
    $89,760

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $50,260
    Stockers and Order Fillers $34,280
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $37,660
    Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment $41,020
    Light Truck Drivers $38,150
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $63,810

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Crane and Tower Operators in Kansas is $35.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Crane and Tower Operators salary in Kansas is 11.3% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators (10th percentile) earn around $45,100 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,400.