Highest-paying states for hoist and winch operators
Illinois leads at $118,210 a year. Pay is not adjusted for local prices; see each page for the cost-of-living view.
| Place | Median | 25th–75th |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $118,210 | $118,210–$118,210 |
| Hawaii | $107,100 | $107,100–$127,010 |
| Maryland | $99,840 | $87,750–$99,840 |
| Minnesota | $78,400 | $66,860–$78,400 |
| New York | $74,980 | $43,780–$94,220 |
| Oregon | $55,880 | $50,520–$68,890 |
| Missouri | $47,510 | $47,180–$47,520 |
| Michigan | $40,070 | $35,410–$46,060 |
| Tennessee | $39,930 | $32,100–$48,240 |
| Indiana | $39,750 | $38,840–$45,070 |
| Georgia | $37,870 | $33,890–$46,310 |
| Virginia | $37,020 | $29,550–$45,970 |
| Wisconsin | $36,560 | $35,900–$41,170 |
| Florida | $33,570 | $28,980–$54,270 |
Data period: BLS OEWS May 2025.