Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Virginia
Crane and Tower Operators in Virginia earn a median salary of $56,694 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, -14.6% vs the national median of $66,370. An estimated 1,130 crane and tower operators are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $50,060 to $67,410 depending on location.
$56,694
Avg median salary in Virginia
$67,410
Highest paying metro
$50,060
Lowest paying metro
1,130
Employed in Virginia
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Crane and Tower Operators salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $67,410 | $65,400 | $74,090 | 540 |
| Winchester, VA-WV | $61,940 | $51,500 | $77,080 | 40 |
| Roanoke, VA | $56,990 | $42,530 | $70,380 | 50 |
| Northern West Virginia | $56,210 | $50,560 | $69,160 | 60 |
| West Virginia | $54,650 | $46,870 | $64,480 | 200 |
| Richmond, VA | $54,240 | $44,420 | $76,480 | 160 |
| Southside Virginia | $52,050 | $40,470 | $57,530 | 40 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $50,060 | $50,060 | $64,480 | 40 |