How much does a crane and tower operator make in Montana?
$82,800a year
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators in Montana. That is $39.81 an hour or $6,900 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.81
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,970Median: $82,800Highest 10%: $101,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,970 | $24.99 | |
| 25th | $74,170 | $35.66 | |
| Median | $82,800 | $39.81 | |
| 75th | $95,840 | $46.08 | |
| 90th | $101,900 | $48.97 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for crane and tower operators.
| 9. New York | $85,850 |
| 10. Oregon | $83,260 |
| 11. North Dakota | $82,890 |
| 12. Montana | $82,800 |
| 13. Connecticut | $81,360 |
| 14. Minnesota | $80,930 |
| 15. California | $79,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crane and tower operator make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $39.81 ($82,800 a year).
Do crane and tower operators make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $82,800 against $68,080 nationally, 22% more.
Where does Montana rank for crane and tower operator pay?
Montana ranks 12 of 50 states.
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.