Hoist and Winch Operators Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $56,450 · Median hourly: $27.14 · Employment: 2,600
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,640 | $17.13 |
| 25th | $42,690 | $20.53 |
| Median | $56,450 | $27.14 |
| 75th | $94,350 | $45.36 |
| 90th | $118,210 | $56.83 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 53-7041
- Total U.S. employment: 2,600
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
What the data says
The mean wage of $67,710 sits 19.9% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Hoist and Winch Operators Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | $33,570 | $16.14 | -40.5% | 120 |
| Georgia | $37,870 | $18.21 | -32.9% | 90 |
| Hawaii | $107,100 | $51.49 | +89.7% | 120 |
| Illinois | $118,210 | $56.83 | +109.4% | 320 |
| Indiana | $39,750 | $19.11 | -29.6% | 120 |
| Maryland | $99,840 | $48.00 | +76.9% | 140 |
| Massachusetts | $62,240 | $29.93 | +10.3% | 0 |
| Michigan | $40,070 | $19.27 | -29.0% | 50 |
| Minnesota | $78,400 | $37.69 | +38.9% | 60 |
| Missouri | $47,510 | $22.84 | -15.8% | 40 |
| New York | $74,980 | $36.05 | +32.8% | 110 |
| Ohio | $43,000 | $20.67 | -23.8% | 0 |
| Oregon | $55,880 | $26.86 | -1.0% | 70 |
| Tennessee | $39,930 | $19.20 | -29.3% | 40 |
| Virginia | $37,020 | $17.80 | -34.4% | 40 |
| Washington | — | — | — | 240 |
| Wisconsin | $36,560 | $17.58 | -35.2% | 80 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for hoist and winch operators?
The median annual wage for hoist and winch operators is $56,450 ($27.14 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays hoist and winch operators the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many hoist and winch operators are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 2,600 hoist and winch operators employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do hoist and winch operators make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $27.14. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.