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 $48,974 for beginners, reaching about $52,306 at mid-level, and approach $53,111 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 $52,996, California $52,795, Massachusetts $52,091. 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.: $73,725; Mobile Crane Operator: $54,663; Crane/Tower Operator: $54,387; Equipment Operator-Crane: $52,100; Certified Crane Operator: $52,071.

Crawler Crane Operator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Crawler Crane Operator make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Crawler Crane Operator in Rhode Island is $49,626 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,664
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,911 to $55,927
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,796

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Crawler Crane Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,927	$4,661	$1,076	$27
Average	$49,626	$4,136	$954	$24
25th Percentile	$42,911	$3,576	$825	$21

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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): $48,974
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,093
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,306
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $52,608
Expert (over 8 years): $53,111

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Crawler Crane Operator	$48,974
Intermediate Level Crawler Crane Operator	$50,093
Senior Level Crawler Crane Operator	$52,306
Specialist Level Crawler Crane Operator	$52,608
Expert Level Crawler Crane Operator	$53,111

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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: $52,996.
California: $52,795.
Massachusetts: $52,091.

District of Columbia $52,996 California $52,795 Massachusetts $52,091 Washington $51,900 New Jersey $51,881 Alaska $51,814 Connecticut $51,153 New York $50,885

Hawaii $50,028 Rhode Island $49,626 Maryland $49,354 Minnesota $48,980 Colorado $48,837 Illinois $48,789 Oregon $48,607 Delaware $48,473

New Hampshire $48,389 Virginia $48,200 Pennsylvania $47,650 Nevada $47,372 North Dakota $47,281 Michigan $47,137 Wisconsin $47,085 Vermont $46,979

Texas $46,688 Maine $46,668 Arizona $46,640 Ohio $46,606 Georgia $46,166 Indiana $45,946 Wyoming $45,903 Utah $45,836

Iowa $45,807 Kansas $45,577 Louisiana $45,510 North Carolina $45,486 Missouri $45,477 Florida $45,290 Montana $45,189 Nebraska $45,094

Kentucky $45,041 South Carolina $44,850 Tennessee $44,730 Idaho $44,682 New Mexico $44,333 Oklahoma $44,256 Alabama $43,974 South Dakota $43,500

Arkansas $43,241 West Virginia $43,102 Mississippi $42,686

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:

Adamsville: $50,247
Albion: $49,822
Ashaway: $50,152

Adamsville, RI $50,247 Albion, RI $49,822 Ashaway, RI $50,152 Barrington, RI $49,691 Block Island, RI $49,968 Bradford, RI $50,121 Bristol, RI $49,883 Carolina, RI $50,039

Charlestown, RI $50,057 Chepachet, RI $49,957 Clayville, RI $49,818 Coventry, RI $49,820 West Greenwich, RI $49,958 East Greenwich, RI $49,787 Exeter, RI $49,944 Fiskeville, RI $49,690

Forestdale, RI $50,073 Foster, RI $49,931 Glendale, RI $50,077 Greene, RI $49,996 Greenville, RI $49,709 Harmony, RI $49,773 Harrisville, RI $50,055 Hope, RI $49,721

Hope Valley, RI $50,107 Hopkinton, RI $50,174 Jamestown, RI $50,006 Kenyon, RI $50,032 Little Compton, RI $50,239 Manville, RI $49,888 Mapleville, RI $49,967 Newport, RI $50,056

Middletown, RI $50,078 North Kingstown, RI $49,872 North Scituate, RI $49,774 Oakland, RI $50,021 Pascoag, RI $50,088 Pawtucket, RI $49,617 Central Falls, RI $49,639 Cumberland, RI $49,921

Lincoln, RI $49,689 Portsmouth, RI $50,051 Prudence Island, RI $49,948 Rockville, RI $50,166 Saunderstown, RI $49,976 Shannock, RI $50,035 Slatersville, RI $50,073 Slocum, RI $49,974

Tiverton, RI $50,203 Wakefield, RI $50,018 Kingston, RI $49,999 Narragansett, RI $50,032 Peace Dale, RI $50,012 Warren, RI $49,819 Warwick, RI $49,681 Westerly, RI $50,163

West Kingston, RI $50,015 West Warwick, RI $49,741 Wood River Junction, RI $50,086 Woonsocket, RI $50,076 North Smithfield, RI $49,962 Wyoming, RI $50,035 Providence, RI $49,602 Cranston, RI $49,609

North Providence, RI $49,615 East Providence, RI $49,606 Riverside, RI $49,622 Rumford, RI $49,614 Smithfield, RI $49,715 Johnston, RI $49,632

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 May 01, 2026

$42,911

Average $49,626/year

$55,927

$3,576

Average $4,136/month

$4,661

$825

Average $954/week

$1,076

$21

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,927	$4,661	$1,076	$27
Average	$49,626	$4,136	$954	$24
25th Percentile	$42,911	$3,576	$825	$21

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