How much does a crane and tower operator make in Indiana?
$52,950a year
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators in Indiana. That is $25.46 an hour or $4,413 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.46
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,830Median: $52,950Highest 10%: $87,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,830 | $18.67 | |
| 25th | $40,450 | $19.45 | |
| Median | $52,950 | $25.46 | |
| 75th | $66,070 | $31.76 | |
| 90th | $87,640 | $42.13 |
Cities in Indiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Louisville, KY | $80,850 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $72,020 |
| Evansville, IN | $64,100 |
| Chicago, IL | $55,890 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $55,000 |
| Elkhart, IN | $50,550 |
| South Bend, IN | $49,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for crane and tower operators.
| 45. Missouri | $58,450 |
| 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 Indiana?
The median hourly pay in Indiana is $25.46 ($52,950 a year).
Do crane and tower operators make more in Indiana than the national average?
No: $52,950 against $68,080 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Indiana rank for crane and tower operator pay?
Indiana ranks 48 of 50 states.
Which city in Indiana pays crane and tower operators the most?
Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN, with a median of $80,850 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.