Crane and Tower Operators Salary in New York
Crane and Tower Operators in New York earn a median of $85,850 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $85,850
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($68,080)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,150
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,460; the top 10% earn over $216,500. Nationally the range is $42,640 to $103,570.
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Crane and Tower Operators pay in New York
How much do crane and tower operators make in New York?
The median is $85,850 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,460 and the top 10% earn over $216,500. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for crane and tower operators?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 50 (+26% vs. the national median of $68,080). Living costs are not included.