How much does a crane and tower operator make in Lancaster?
$72,150a year
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators in the Lancaster, PA metro area. That is $34.69 an hour or $6,013 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.69
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 75 of 167
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,220Median: $72,150Highest 10%: $78,220
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,220 | $25.59 | |
| 25th | $58,370 | $28.06 | |
| Median | $72,150 | $34.69 | |
| 75th | $74,270 | $35.71 | |
| 90th | $78,220 | $37.61 |
Other cities in Pennsylvania
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators.
| Reading, PA | $98,860 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $72,010 |
| Scranton, PA | $71,770 |
| York, PA | $63,680 |
| Allentown, PA | $63,190 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $61,510 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $51,450 |
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Salaries for every job in Lancaster, PAFrequently asked questions
How much does a crane and tower operator make an hour in Lancaster?
The median hourly pay in the Lancaster, PA metro area is $34.69 ($72,150 a year).
Do crane and tower operators make more in Lancaster than the national average?
Yes: $72,150 against $68,080 nationally, 6% more.
How does Lancaster compare with the rest of Pennsylvania?
The median in Pennsylvania is $65,190, so Lancaster pays 11% more.
Where does Lancaster rank for crane and tower operator pay?
75 of 167 metro areas with data.
How much does a crane and tower operator make starting out in Lancaster?
The lowest-paid 10% make $53,220 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,220 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.