Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Missouri
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Missouri
Crane and Tower Operators in Missouri earn a median salary of $58,990 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -11.1% vs the national median of $66,370. An estimated 580 crane and tower operators are employed across Missouri, with salaries ranging from $45,360 to $72,260 depending on location.
$58,990
Avg median salary in Missouri
$72,260
Highest paying metro
$45,360
Lowest paying metro
580
Employed in Missouri
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Crane and Tower Operators salaries by city in Missouri
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, MO-KS | $72,260 | $40,100 | $78,980 | 170 |
| Southeast Missouri | $61,770 | $55,670 | $74,420 | 30 |
| Central Missouri | $56,570 | $41,570 | $60,390 | 40 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $45,360 | $40,090 | $86,520 | 340 |