Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Texas
Crane and Tower Operators in Texas earn a median of $73,280 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $73,280
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($68,080)
- Rank among states
- 19 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 6,010
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $42,790; the top 10% earn over $93,390. Nationally the range is $42,640 to $103,570.
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Crane and Tower Operators pay in Texas
How much do crane and tower operators make in Texas?
The median is $73,280 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $42,790 and the top 10% earn over $93,390. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for crane and tower operators?
On pay alone it ranks 19 of 50 (+8% vs. the national median of $68,080). Living costs are not included.