Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Nevada
Crane and Tower Operators in Nevada earn a median of $115,840 a year, +70% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $115,840
- vs. U.S. median
- +70% ($68,080)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range in Nevada
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,460; the top 10% earn over $135,000. Nationally the range is $42,640 to $103,570.
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Crane and Tower Operators pay in Nevada
How much do crane and tower operators make in Nevada?
The median is $115,840 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,460 and the top 10% earn over $135,000. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Nevada a good state for crane and tower operators?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 50 (+70% vs. the national median of $68,080). Living costs are not included.