How much does a crane and tower operator make in Idaho?
$52,770a year
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators in Idaho. That is $25.37 an hour or $4,398 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.37
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,970Median: $52,770Highest 10%: $104,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,970 | $22.58 | |
| 25th | $49,220 | $23.66 | |
| Median | $52,770 | $25.37 | |
| 75th | $78,320 | $37.65 | |
| 90th | $104,200 | $50.12 |
Cities in Idaho
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boise City, ID | $60,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for crane and tower operators.
| 46. Ohio | $57,620 |
| 47. West Virginia | $54,830 |
| 48. Indiana | $52,950 |
| 49. Idaho | $52,770 |
| 50. Arkansas | $41,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crane and tower operator make an hour in Idaho?
The median hourly pay in Idaho is $25.37 ($52,770 a year).
Do crane and tower operators make more in Idaho than the national average?
No: $52,770 against $68,080 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Idaho rank for crane and tower operator pay?
Idaho ranks 49 of 50 states.
Which city in Idaho pays crane and tower operators the most?
Boise City, ID, with a median of $60,440 a year.
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.