Crane and Tower Operators Salary in Illinois
Ranked #22 of 50 · IL
1% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $71,380 ≈ $34/hr
Median annual salary $61,820
Employment 1,220
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $41,470P25 $46,170 Median $61,820P75 $83,030P90 $131,280
About 80% of crane and tower operatorss in Illinois earn between $41,470 and $131,280. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean crane and tower operators salary in Illinois is $71,380, about 1% below the U.S. average ($72,130). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $55,890 | $62,560 | 1,880 |
| Rockford, IL | $49,400 | $51,430 | 40 |
| Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area | $46,320 | $51,390 | 30 |