Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Northeast Oklahoma

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

Median annual salary $55,300 -16.7% vs national
Median hourly $26.59
10th percentile $36,230
90th percentile $80,590
Employed locally 40
National median $66,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,230
    25th
    $42,750
    50th (median)
    $55,300
    75th
    $71,510
    90th
    $80,590

    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 Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$31,130
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$31,200
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$53,000
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$41,710
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors$55,290
    Light Truck Drivers$34,780

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Crane and Tower Operators in Northeast Oklahoma is $26.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.81 or more per hour.

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

    The median Crane and Tower Operators salary in Northeast Oklahoma is 16.7% 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 Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators (10th percentile) earn around $36,230 per year in Northeast Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,750.