What are the main factors that influence a Crawler Crane Operator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Crawler Crane Operator's salary?

A Crawler Crane Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $47,833 for beginners, reaching about $51,086 at mid-level, and approach $51,871 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Crawler Crane Operator?

Crawler Crane Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Crawler Crane Operator roles are District of Columbia $52,994, California $52,793, Massachusetts $52,089. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Crawler Crane Operator roles make?

Salaries for Crawler Crane Operator level roles vary by specialization: Crane Operator, Sr.: $73,658; Mobile Crane Operator: $54,641; Crane/Tower Operator: $54,107; Equipment Operator-Crane: $52,100; Crane Operator: $52,031.

Crawler Crane Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Crawler Crane Operator make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Crawler Crane Operator in Delaware is $48,471 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Crawler Crane Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,216
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,912 to $54,619
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,941

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Crawler Crane Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,619	$4,552	$1,050	$26
Average	$48,471	$4,039	$932	$23
25th Percentile	$41,912	$3,493	$806	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Crawler Crane Operator Salaries

A Crawler Crane Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Crawler Crane Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Crawler Crane Operator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $47,833
Early Career (1-2 years): $48,926
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,086
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $51,380
Expert (over 8 years): $51,871

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Crawler Crane Operator	$47,833
Intermediate Level Crawler Crane Operator	$48,926
Senior Level Crawler Crane Operator	$51,086
Specialist Level Crawler Crane Operator	$51,380
Expert Level Crawler Crane Operator	$51,871

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How Do Crawler Crane Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Crawler Crane Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,994.
California: $52,793.
Massachusetts: $52,089.

District of Columbia $52,994 California $52,793 Massachusetts $52,089 Washington $51,898 New Jersey $51,879 Alaska $51,812 Connecticut $51,151 New York $50,883

Hawaii $50,027 Rhode Island $49,624 Maryland $49,352 Minnesota $48,978 Colorado $48,835 Illinois $48,787 Oregon $48,605 Delaware $48,471

New Hampshire $48,387 Virginia $48,198 Pennsylvania $47,648 Nevada $47,370 North Dakota $47,279 Michigan $47,136 Wisconsin $47,083 Vermont $46,978

Texas $46,686 Maine $46,667 Arizona $46,638 Ohio $46,604 Georgia $46,164 Indiana $45,944 Wyoming $45,901 Utah $45,834

Iowa $45,805 Kansas $45,575 Louisiana $45,508 North Carolina $45,484 Missouri $45,475 Florida $45,288 Montana $45,188 Nebraska $45,092

Kentucky $45,039 South Carolina $44,848 Tennessee $44,728 Idaho $44,680 New Mexico $44,331 Oklahoma $44,254 Alabama $43,972 South Dakota $43,498

Arkansas $43,240 West Virginia $43,101 Mississippi $42,684

Top Paying Cities for Crawler Crane Operators

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $50,165
Little Creek: $49,701
Magnolia: $49,907

Lincoln, DE $50,165 Little Creek, DE $49,701 Magnolia, DE $49,907 Milford, DE $50,165 Marydel, DE $49,514 Millsboro, DE $50,165 Millville, DE $50,500 Milton, DE $50,165

Nassau, DE $50,165 Ocean View, DE $50,500 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,500 Seaford, DE $49,639 Selbyville, DE $50,500 Smyrna, DE $49,457 Viola, DE $49,907 Woodside, DE $49,763

Bear, DE $49,093 Newark, DE $49,112 Claymont, DE $49,151 Delaware City, DE $49,112 Hockessin, DE $49,151 Kirkwood, DE $49,112 Middletown, DE $49,356 Montchanin, DE $49,151

New Castle, DE $49,151 Odessa, DE $49,423 Port Penn, DE $48,978 Rockland, DE $49,151 Saint Georges, DE $49,112 Townsend, DE $49,352 Winterthur, DE $49,151 Lewes, DE $50,165

Wilmington, DE $49,151 Dover, DE $49,677 Dover Afb, DE $49,792 Bethany Beach, DE $50,500 Bethel, DE $49,639 Bridgeville, DE $50,165 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,730 Cheswold, DE $49,562

Clayton, DE $49,438 Dagsboro, DE $50,500 Delmar, DE $49,639 Ellendale, DE $50,165 Felton, DE $50,165 Fenwick Island, DE $50,500 Frankford, DE $50,500 Frederica, DE $50,165

Georgetown, DE $50,165 Greenwood, DE $50,165 Harbeson, DE $50,165 Harrington, DE $50,165 Hartly, DE $49,414 Houston, DE $50,165 Kenton, DE $49,438 Laurel, DE $49,639

Yorklyn, DE $49,151

Crawler Crane Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Crawler Crane Operator's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$41,912

Average $48,471/year

$54,619

$3,493

Average $4,039/month

$4,552

$806

Average $932/week

$1,050

$20

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,619	$4,552	$1,050	$26
Average	$48,471	$4,039	$932	$23
25th Percentile	$41,912	$3,493	$806	$20

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