Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Washington
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 6 metro areas • Washington
Crane and Tower Operators in Washington earn a median salary of $94,625 per year on average across 6 metro and nonmetro areas, +42.6% vs the national median of $66,370. An estimated 1,040 crane and tower operators are employed across Washington, with salaries ranging from $69,510 to $113,700 depending on location.
$94,625
Avg median salary in Washington
$113,700
Highest paying metro
$69,510
Lowest paying metro
1,040
Employed in Washington
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Crane and Tower Operators salaries by city in Washington
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon, WA | $113,700 | $76,240 | $125,790 | 70 |
| Seattle, WA | $106,010 | $83,760 | $121,190 | 470 |
| Kennewick, WA | $101,980 | $101,980 | $108,630 | — |
| Bremerton, WA | $99,320 | $89,980 | $103,270 | 110 |
| Spokane, WA | $77,230 | $73,340 | $93,120 | 60 |
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $69,510 | $60,320 | $86,560 | 330 |