Crane and Tower Operators Salary in San Angelo, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • San Angelo, TX

Median annual salary $45,950 -30.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.09
10th percentile $38,240
90th percentile $68,660
Employed locally 40
National median $66,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,240
    25th
    $38,240
    50th (median)
    $45,950
    75th
    $57,930
    90th
    $68,660

    San Angelo economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $66,037 2023 • Census ACS
    Crane and Tower Operators salary vs area income 70% Median Crane and Tower Operators salary is 30% 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
    Midland, TX $79,510
    Killeen-Temple, TX $76,010
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $75,450
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $75,300
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $74,570
    Corpus Christi, TX $72,870

    Related occupations in San Angelo, TX

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $36,070
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $47,730
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $32,180
    Light Truck Drivers $35,890
    Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment $29,710
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $44,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Crane and Tower Operators in San Angelo, TX is $22.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.01 or more per hour.

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

    The median Crane and Tower Operators salary in San Angelo, TX is 30.8% 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 San Angelo?

    Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators (10th percentile) earn around $38,240 per year in San Angelo, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,240.