How much does a crane and tower operator make in Massachusetts?
$98,150a year
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators in Massachusetts. That is $47.19 an hour or $8,179 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.19
- Vs. national median
- +44%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 680
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,860Median: $98,150Highest 10%: $129,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,860 | $28.78 | |
| 25th | $76,610 | $36.83 | |
| Median | $98,150 | $47.19 | |
| 75th | $129,800 | $62.40 | |
| 90th | $129,800 | $62.40 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Worcester, MA | $122,300 |
| Boston, MA | $98,140 |
| Springfield, MA | $90,320 |
| Providence, RI | $89,880 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for crane and tower operators.
| 3. Rhode Island | $104,300 |
| 4. Washington | $101,100 |
| 5. New Jersey | $100,600 |
| 6. Massachusetts | $98,150 |
| 7. Alaska | $92,490 |
| 8. Maryland | $87,950 |
| 9. New York | $85,850 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crane and tower operator make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $47.19 ($98,150 a year).
Do crane and tower operators make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $98,150 against $68,080 nationally, 44% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for crane and tower operator pay?
Massachusetts ranks 6 of 50 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays crane and tower operators the most?
Worcester, MA, with a median of $122,300 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.