Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,250 -34.8% vs national
Median hourly $20.79
10th percentile $31,440
90th percentile $58,710
Employed locally 110
National median $66,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,440
    25th
    $33,750
    50th (median)
    $43,250
    75th
    $48,830
    90th
    $58,710

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$48,060
    Stockers and Order Fillers$30,440
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$33,300
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$43,940
    Light Truck Drivers$36,560
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors$59,030

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Crane and Tower Operators in Southwest Alabama is $20.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.23 or more per hour.

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

    The median Crane and Tower Operators salary in Southwest Alabama is 34.8% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Crane and Tower Operators (10th percentile) earn around $31,440 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,750.