How much does a Crane Operator earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Crane Operator in United States ranges from USD 70,000 to USD 74,298 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 5,428 job listings

Salary Guide

Crane Operator Salary in United States

Based on 5,428 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$70,000 - $74,298

Median salary

$70,000 - $74,298

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$43K

25th percentile$54K

Median$70K

75th percentile$74K

90th percentile$85K

50% of professionals earn between $54,080 - $74,298 USD

The median salary is $70,000

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Top cities

Houston95 job openings

Baytown47 job openings

Beaumont33 job openings

Baton Rouge32 job openings

Tampa30 job openings

Mobile29 job openings

Siracusa26 job openings

Atlanta24 job openings

Raleigh23 job openings

Ashland City22 job openings

Columbus20 job openings

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Crane Operator

5,428 job openings

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The average salary for a Crane Operator in United States is USD 70,000 - USD 74,298 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 72,149 per year, based on 5,428 active job listings.

The cities with the most Crane Operator job opportunities in United States are Houston, Baytown, Beaumont, Baton Rouge, Tampa. Houston leads with 95 job openings.

Explore 5,428 Crane Operator job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.