Crane and Tower Operators Salary in South Carolina
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 7 metro areas • South Carolina
Crane and Tower Operators in South Carolina earn a median salary of $51,847 per year on average across 7 metro and nonmetro areas, -21.9% vs the national median of $66,370. An estimated 830 crane and tower operators are employed across South Carolina, with salaries ranging from $39,480 to $79,430 depending on location.
$51,847
Avg median salary in South Carolina
$79,430
Highest paying metro
$39,480
Lowest paying metro
830
Employed in South Carolina
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Crane and Tower Operators salaries by city in South Carolina
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston, SC | $79,430 | $53,640 | $80,170 | 340 |
| Columbia, SC | $53,790 | $46,860 | $73,280 | 80 |
| Greenville, SC | $50,830 | $45,350 | $58,100 | 140 |
| Spartanburg, SC | $49,290 | $44,200 | $59,080 | 90 |
| Northwestern South Carolina | $45,090 | $43,110 | $50,370 | 40 |
| Northeastern South Carolina | $45,020 | $42,800 | $49,900 | 50 |
| Florence, SC | $39,480 | $39,480 | $60,270 | 90 |