How much does a crane and tower operator make in Nevada?
$115,800a year
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators in Nevada. That is $55.69 an hour or $9,653 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.69
- Vs. national median
- +70%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,460Median: $115,800Highest 10%: $135,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,460 | $29.55 | |
| 25th | $100,300 | $48.21 | |
| Median | $115,800 | $55.69 | |
| 75th | $135,000 | $64.90 | |
| 90th | $135,000 | $64.90 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Las Vegas, NV | $131,700 |
| Reno, NV | $101,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for crane and tower operators.
| 1. Hawaii | $124,300 |
| 2. Nevada | $115,800 |
| 3. Rhode Island | $104,300 |
| 4. Washington | $101,100 |
| 5. New Jersey | $100,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crane and tower operator make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $55.69 ($115,800 a year).
Do crane and tower operators make more in Nevada than the national average?
Yes: $115,800 against $68,080 nationally, 70% more.
Where does Nevada rank for crane and tower operator pay?
Nevada ranks 2 of 50 states.
Which city in Nevada pays crane and tower operators the most?
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV, with a median of $131,700 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.