How much does a crane and tower operator make in Phoenix?
$72,580a year
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $34.89 an hour or $6,048 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.89
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 73 of 167
- Jobs in the area
- 630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,930Median: $72,580Highest 10%: $89,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,930 | $24.49 | |
| 25th | $58,430 | $28.09 | |
| Median | $72,580 | $34.89 | |
| 75th | $82,820 | $39.82 | |
| 90th | $89,450 | $43.00 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators.
| Tucson, AZ | $64,750 |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Airline Pilot | $228,000 |
| Air Traffic Controller | $161,200 |
| Commercial Pilot | $105,800 |
| Airfield Operations Specialist | $88,420 |
| Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisor | $75,810 |
| Traffic Technician | $65,190 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Worker | $64,990 |
| Flight Attendant | $61,780 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver | $59,770 |
| Bus Driver | $57,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crane and tower operator make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $34.89 ($72,580 a year).
Do crane and tower operators make more in Phoenix than the national average?
Yes: $72,580 against $68,080 nationally, 7% more.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $67,350, so Phoenix pays 8% more.
Where does Phoenix rank for crane and tower operator pay?
73 of 167 metro areas with data.
How much does a crane and tower operator make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $50,930 or less a year; the top 10% make $89,450 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.