Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Northeast Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,770 -31% vs national
Median hourly $22.01
10th percentile $39,780
90th percentile $71,410
Employed locally 50
National median $66,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,780
    25th
    $45,710
    50th (median)
    $45,770
    75th
    $49,040
    90th
    $71,410

    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 Northeast Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,150
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $48,270
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,880
    Light Truck Drivers $38,100
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $47,080
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $53,580

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Crane and Tower Operators in Northeast Maine is $22.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.33 or more per hour.

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

    The median Crane and Tower Operators salary in Northeast Maine is 31% below 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 Northeast Maine?

    Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators (10th percentile) earn around $39,780 per year in Northeast Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,710.