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

A Certified Crane Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $51,262 for beginners, reaching about $54,470 at mid-level, and approach $55,969 for experts.

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

Certified Crane Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certified Crane Operator roles are District of Columbia $57,565, California $57,346, Massachusetts $56,582. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Certified Crane Operator level roles vary by specialization: Crane Operator, Sr.: $73,607; Mobile Crane Operator: $54,625; Crane/Tower Operator: $53,824; Trucking Crane Operator: $52,843; Equipment Operator-Crane: $52,100.

Certified Crane Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Certified Crane Operator make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Certified Crane Operator in Delaware is $52,771 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,063
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,999 to $58,158
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,743

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Certified Crane Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,158	$4,847	$1,118	$28
Average	$52,771	$4,398	$1,015	$25
25th Percentile	$46,999	$3,917	$904	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Certified Crane Operator Salaries

A Certified 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 Certified Crane Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Certified 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): $51,262
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,240
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,470
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,802
Expert (over 8 years): $55,969

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Certified Crane Operator	$51,262
Intermediate Level Certified Crane Operator	$52,240
Senior Level Certified Crane Operator	$54,470
Specialist Level Certified Crane Operator	$55,802
Expert Level Certified Crane Operator	$55,969

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How Do Certified 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 Certified Crane Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,565.
California: $57,346.
Massachusetts: $56,582.

District of Columbia $57,565 California $57,346 Massachusetts $56,582 Washington $56,374 New Jersey $56,353 Alaska $56,280 Connecticut $55,563 New York $55,272

Hawaii $54,341 Rhode Island $53,904 Maryland $53,608 Minnesota $53,203 Colorado $53,047 Illinois $52,995 Oregon $52,797 Delaware $52,652

New Hampshire $52,560 Virginia $52,355 Pennsylvania $51,757 Nevada $51,456 North Dakota $51,357 Michigan $51,201 Wisconsin $51,144 Vermont $51,029

Texas $50,712 Maine $50,691 Arizona $50,660 Ohio $50,624 Georgia $50,146 Indiana $49,906 Wyoming $49,860 Utah $49,787

Iowa $49,756 Kansas $49,506 Louisiana $49,433 North Carolina $49,407 Missouri $49,397 Florida $49,194 Montana $49,085 Nebraska $48,981

Kentucky $48,924 South Carolina $48,716 Tennessee $48,586 Idaho $48,534 New Mexico $48,154 Oklahoma $48,071 Alabama $47,764 South Dakota $47,250

Arkansas $46,969 West Virginia $46,818 Mississippi $46,366

Top Paying Cities for Certified 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: $54,492
Little Creek: $53,988
Magnolia: $54,211

Lincoln, DE $54,492 Little Creek, DE $53,988 Magnolia, DE $54,211 Milford, DE $54,492 Marydel, DE $53,785 Millsboro, DE $54,492 Millville, DE $54,856 Milton, DE $54,492

Nassau, DE $54,492 Ocean View, DE $54,856 Rehoboth Beach, DE $54,856 Seaford, DE $53,920 Selbyville, DE $54,856 Smyrna, DE $53,723 Viola, DE $54,211 Woodside, DE $54,055

Bear, DE $53,327 Newark, DE $53,348 Claymont, DE $53,390 Delaware City, DE $53,348 Hockessin, DE $53,390 Kirkwood, DE $53,348 Middletown, DE $53,613 Montchanin, DE $53,390

New Castle, DE $53,390 Odessa, DE $53,686 Port Penn, DE $53,203 Rockland, DE $53,390 Saint Georges, DE $53,348 Townsend, DE $53,608 Winterthur, DE $53,390 Lewes, DE $54,492

Wilmington, DE $53,390 Dover, DE $53,962 Dover Afb, DE $54,086 Bethany Beach, DE $54,856 Bethel, DE $53,920 Bridgeville, DE $54,492 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,019 Cheswold, DE $53,837

Clayton, DE $53,702 Dagsboro, DE $54,856 Delmar, DE $53,920 Ellendale, DE $54,492 Felton, DE $54,492 Fenwick Island, DE $54,856 Frankford, DE $54,856 Frederica, DE $54,492

Georgetown, DE $54,492 Greenwood, DE $54,492 Harbeson, DE $54,492 Harrington, DE $54,492 Hartly, DE $53,676 Houston, DE $54,492 Kenton, DE $53,702 Laurel, DE $53,920

Yorklyn, DE $53,390

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

Understanding how a Certified 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 18, 2021

$46,999

Average $52,771/year

$58,158

$3,917

Average $4,398/month

$4,847

$904

Average $1,015/week

$1,118

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,158	$4,847	$1,118	$28
Average	$52,771	$4,398	$1,015	$25
25th Percentile	$46,999	$3,917	$904	$23

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