Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Southeast Oklahoma

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

Median annual salary $54,170 -18.4% vs national
Median hourly $26.04
10th percentile $37,220
90th percentile $80,590
Employed locally 80
National median $66,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,220
    25th
    $45,840
    50th (median)
    $54,170
    75th
    $73,830
    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 Southeast Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers $34,690
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,000
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $50,230
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $45,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $59,840
    Light Truck Drivers $38,340

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Crane and Tower Operators in Southeast Oklahoma is $26.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.81 or more per hour.

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

    The median Crane and Tower Operators salary in Southeast Oklahoma is 18.4% 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 Southeast Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators (10th percentile) earn around $37,220 per year in Southeast Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,840.