Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Las Vegas, NV

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV

Median annual salary $132,560 +99.7% vs national
Median hourly $63.73
10th percentile $56,160
90th percentile $132,580
National median $66,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,160
    25th
    $94,940
    50th (median)
    $132,560
    75th
    $132,570
    90th
    $132,580

    Las Vegas economic context

    Unemployment rate 5.80% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $73,845 2023 • Census ACS
    Crane and Tower Operators salary vs area income 180% Median Crane and Tower Operators salary is 80% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Crane and Tower Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Worcester, MA $133,820
    Nevada $129,930
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $118,720
    Hawaii $115,870
    Urban Honolulu, HI $115,860
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $113,700

    Nearby metros — Crane and Tower Operators salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Reno, NV $87,360
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $75,830
    Jacksonville, FL $60,280
    Greenville-Anderson-Greer, SC $50,830

    Related occupations in Las Vegas, NV

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $38,420
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,460
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $59,340
    Light Truck Drivers $42,130
    Flight Attendants $39,790
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $58,480

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Crane and Tower Operators in Las Vegas, NV is $63.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.91 or more per hour.

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

    The median Crane and Tower Operators salary in Las Vegas, NV is 99.7% 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 Las Vegas?

    Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators (10th percentile) earn around $56,160 per year in Las Vegas, NV. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $94,940.