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Crane and Tower Operators average salary by city in Kentucky
- Louisville$72,090
- Lexington$71,570
- Paducah$63,830
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville | $72,090 | $80,850 | $48,360 | $55,554 | 93 |
| Lexington | $71,570 | $74,130 | $57,190 | $54,824 | 93 |
| Paducah | $63,830 | $63,070 | $60,150 | $50,074 | 86 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Louisville's local income tax (2.2%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 53-7021.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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