Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Phoenix, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ

Median annual salary $67,960 +2.4% vs national
Median hourly $32.67
10th percentile $46,640
90th percentile $88,830
Employed locally 760
National median $66,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,640
    25th
    $62,000
    50th (median)
    $67,960
    75th
    $79,290
    90th
    $88,830

    Phoenix economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $84,703 2023 • Census ACS
    Crane and Tower Operators salary vs area income 80% Median Crane and Tower Operators salary is 20% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Crane and Tower Operators salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Prescott Valley-Prescott, AZ $64,530
    Tucson, AZ $63,190

    Related occupations in Phoenix, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $39,630
    Stockers and Order Fillers $37,820
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $56,220
    Light Truck Drivers $49,780
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $47,320
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $62,880

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Crane and Tower Operators in Phoenix, AZ is $32.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.01 or more per hour.

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

    The median Crane and Tower Operators salary in Phoenix, AZ is 2.4% 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 Phoenix?

    Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators (10th percentile) earn around $46,640 per year in Phoenix, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,000.