How much does a crane and tower operator make in Tennessee?
$59,410a year
Median yearly pay for crane and tower operators in Tennessee. That is $28.56 an hour or $4,951 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.56
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 660
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,890Median: $59,410Highest 10%: $84,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,890 | $19.66 | |
| 25th | $45,910 | $22.07 | |
| Median | $59,410 | $28.56 | |
| 75th | $78,920 | $37.94 | |
| 90th | $84,090 | $40.43 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $76,750 |
| Jackson, TN | $59,410 |
| Knoxville, TN | $58,670 |
| Memphis, TN | $53,600 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $45,280 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for crane and tower operators.
| 41. Nebraska | $60,720 |
| 42. Delaware | $60,160 |
| 43. Michigan | $59,740 |
| 44. Tennessee | $59,410 |
| 45. Missouri | $58,450 |
| 46. Ohio | $57,620 |
| 47. West Virginia | $54,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a crane and tower operator make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $28.56 ($59,410 a year).
Do crane and tower operators make more in Tennessee than the national average?
No: $59,410 against $68,080 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Tennessee rank for crane and tower operator pay?
Tennessee ranks 44 of 50 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays crane and tower operators the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $76,750 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.