How much does a crane and tower operator make in Dayton?
$83,040a year
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH metro area. That is $39.92 an hour or $6,920 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.92
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among cities
- 21 of 167
- Jobs in the area
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,410Median: $83,040Highest 10%: $102,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,410 | $21.35 | |
| 25th | $52,410 | $25.20 | |
| Median | $83,040 | $39.92 | |
| 75th | $102,000 | $49.05 | |
| 90th | $102,000 | $49.05 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators.
| Canton, OH | $72,070 |
| Columbus, OH | $66,710 |
| Akron, OH | $64,650 |
| Cleveland, OH | $57,620 |
| Toledo, OH | $57,020 |
| Huntington, WV | $56,780 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $55,000 |
| Youngstown, OH | $54,300 |
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Salaries for every job in Dayton, OHFrequently asked questions
How much does a crane and tower operator make an hour in Dayton?
The median hourly pay in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH metro area is $39.92 ($83,040 a year).
Do crane and tower operators make more in Dayton than the national average?
Yes: $83,040 against $68,080 nationally, 22% more.
How does Dayton compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $57,620, so Dayton pays 44% more.
Where does Dayton rank for crane and tower operator pay?
21 of 167 metro areas with data.
How much does a crane and tower operator make starting out in Dayton?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,410 or less a year; the top 10% make $102,000 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.