Cost guide · Rochester & Monroe County
How much does it cost to rent a crane in Rochester, NY?
We don't set prices. As of Oct 29, 2026, we found no Rochester or New York crane company that publishes its rates. Below are example rates published by crane companies in Missouri and California and by national rental sites, each with its source and the date we checked. They are examples from other places, not Rochester prices.
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Short answer
Example crane rates, from published rate sheets
As of Oct 29, 2026, we found no Rochester or New York crane company that publishes its rates. So these are examples from companies elsewhere, each shown with where it's from. We don't average or combine them.
Missouri Crane, Wentzville, MO
$195.00 to $415.00 an hourMissouri Crane in Wentzville, MO lists $195.00 an hour for a 15–30 ton truck crane (3-hour minimum) up to $415.00 an hour for a 90 ton all-terrain crane (8-hour minimum), with a union operator included. At its 3-hour minimum, the 15–30 ton crane comes to at least $585.
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Rate sheet (PDF)
Advanced Crane, Norwalk, CA
$180.00 to $400.00 an hourAdvanced Crane in Norwalk, CA lists $180.00 an hour for a 14½ ton crane up to $400.00 an hour for a 100 ton crane, each with a 4-hour minimum, plus a 10% fuel surcharge. Its sheet doesn't say whether an operator is included.
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Rate sheet (PDF)
National sites, no region named
Ranges that don't agreeBigRentz, a national rental marketplace, lists a small crane at $150 to $350 an hour, crane only. Bigge Crane and Rigging, which offers operated rentals only in California and parts of Utah, says prices “typically range from $300 to $1,500 per hour.” Why they differ.
Published rates
Example crane rental rates, with sources
Crane names and rates are copied as each company lists them. Each one is an example from one company in one place. We don't average or combine them, because they cover different cranes, crews and regions.
Crane company rate sheets: Wentzville, MO and Norwalk, CA
Missouri Crane in Wentzville, MO marks its sheet “UPDATED AUGUST 2026.” Its rates include a union operator, and each minimum is “Charged Portal To Portal” (travel time counts). Advanced Crane in Norwalk, CA links its sheet from its home page. It lists a “10% Fuel Surcharge,” says “ALL CRANE SURCHARGES ARE PORTAL TO PORTAL,” and lists overtime (before 6:00 AM and after 5:00 PM) at $50.00 an hour and double time at $100.00 an hour for a one-man crane. It doesn't say whether an operator is included. Daily rates are shown; Missouri Crane also lists lower weekly hourly rates.
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Missouri Crane rate sheet (PDF) · Advanced Crane rate sheet (PDF)
| Company | Crane as listed | Listed rate | Minimum | Operator | Checked | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Crane (Wentzville, MO) | 15 - 30 Ton Hydraulic Truck Crane | $195.00 HR | 3.0 hours | Certified union operating engineer | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Missouri Crane (Wentzville, MO) | 35 Ton Hydraulic Truck Crane | $240.00 HR | 4.0 hours | Certified union operating engineer | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Missouri Crane (Wentzville, MO) | 40 Ton Hydraulic Truck Crane | $265.00 HR | 4.0 hours | Certified union operating engineer | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Missouri Crane (Wentzville, MO) | 50 Ton Linkbelt All Terrain Crane | $350.00 HR | 8.0 hours | Certified union operator & oiler | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Missouri Crane (Wentzville, MO) | 60 Ton Linkbelt All Terrain Crane | $375.00 HR | 8.0 hours | Certified union operator & oiler | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Missouri Crane (Wentzville, MO) | 75 Ton Linkbelt All Terrain Crane | $395.00 HR | 8.0 hours | Certified union operator & oiler | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Missouri Crane (Wentzville, MO) | 90 Ton Linkbelt All Terrain Crane | $415.00 HR | 8.0 hours | Certified union operator & oiler | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Missouri Crane (Wentzville, MO) | Additional Rigger & Heavy Duty Truck | $95.00 HR (with trailer $125.00 HR) | 4.0 or 8.0 hours | Not stated | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Advanced Crane (Norwalk, CA) | 14 ½ TON CRANE (hydraulic truck crane) | $180.00 per hour | 4 hours | Not stated | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Advanced Crane (Norwalk, CA) | 25 TON CRANE | $190.00 per hour | 4 hours | Not stated | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Advanced Crane (Norwalk, CA) | 40 TON CRANE | $200.00 per hour | 4 hours | Not stated | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Advanced Crane (Norwalk, CA) | 60 TON CRANE | $300.00 per hour | 4 hours | Not stated | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Advanced Crane (Norwalk, CA) | 75 TON CRANE | $325.00 per hour | 4 hours | Not stated | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Advanced Crane (Norwalk, CA) | 90 TON CRANE | $350.00 per hour | 4 hours | Not stated | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Advanced Crane (Norwalk, CA) | 100 TON CRANE | $400.00 per hour | 4 hours | Not stated | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
| Advanced Crane (Norwalk, CA) | 135 FT CRANE (hydraulic stinger crane) | $200.00 per hour | 3 hours | Not stated | Oct 29, 2026 | Rate sheet (PDF) |
National rental sites and guides
Quoted as published. None of these names a region for its figures. BigRentz is a national rental marketplace. Bigge is a crane company whose operated rentals are offered only in California and parts of Utah.
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · BigRentz Rochester page · BigRentz guide · Bigge
| Source | What it says | Published | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BigRentz (national rental marketplace), its Rochester, NY location page | “Typically, small mobile cranes cost around $200 per day to rent, and larger ones can cost $1,000 per day. Large tower cranes can cost in the neighborhood of $15,000 a month.” The page doesn't say these figures are specific to Rochester or what they include. | Not dated | Oct 29, 2026 | Their page |
| BigRentz, “Crane Rental Cost” guide (national, no region named) | Table headed “Average Range”: Small Crane $200 to $500 per hour; Mobile Crane $300 to $700 per hour; Large Crane $500 to $1,500 per hour; Tower Crane $15,000 to $60,000 per month | April 27, 2026 | Oct 29, 2026 | Their page |
| BigRentz, same guide | Hourly, “Crane Only”: Small Crane $150 to $350/hour; Mid-Sized Mobile Crane $250 to $600/hour; Large Crane $400 to $1,200+/hour. Daily minimums “can range from three to eight hours.” | April 27, 2026 | Oct 29, 2026 | Their page |
| BigRentz, same guide | Daily, “Crane Only”: Small Cranes $300 to $600/day; Mid-Sized Mobile Crane $800 to $1,500 per day; Large Crane upwards of $2,000/day | April 27, 2026 | Oct 29, 2026 | Their page |
| BigRentz, same guide | With an operator, “expect to add $50 to $150 per hour” | April 27, 2026 | Oct 29, 2026 | Their page |
| Bigge Crane and Rigging (operated rentals in California and parts of Utah; bare rentals nationwide) | “Crane rental prices typically range from $300 to $1,500 per hour, depending on the crane class.” “A small rough terrain or boom truck crane might cost $300 to $600/day. Large all-terrain or crawler cranes can exceed $2,000/day.” | Not dated | Oct 29, 2026 | Their page |
For a small crane by the hour, BigRentz's guide lists “$150 to $350/hour” in a table headed “Average Hourly Rental Rate (Crane Only)” (BigRentz). Bigge says “Crane rental prices typically range from $300 to $1,500 per hour, depending on the crane class” (Bigge). By the day, both list $300 to $600 for a small crane. BigRentz's Rochester page says small mobile cranes cost “around $200 per day” (BigRentz Rochester page).
What the sources themselves say:
- Scope. BigRentz labels its hourly and daily tables “Crane Only” and says an operator adds “$50 to $150 per hour.” Bigge offers operated rentals only in California and parts of Utah, and bare (crane-only) rentals nationwide, but doesn't say whether its $300 to $1,500 range is operated or bare.
- Minimums. BigRentz says hourly rentals often carry a daily minimum that “can range from three to eight hours.” Bigge's page doesn't state a minimum.
- Region. BigRentz says “Prices vary by region” but doesn't say which region its figures reflect. Bigge's range doesn't name a region. BigRentz's Rochester page doesn't say whether its $200-a-day figure is specific to Rochester or what it includes.
Neither source explains the gap directly, so it's unclear why the figures differ or which is closer to a Rochester price. Ask any provider what the rate includes and how hours are counted.
Checked Oct 29, 2026
These companies are not affiliated with us and may not be the company we pass your request to. Rates change and vary by region. Taxes, travel, fuel, permits, rigging and overtime may be extra. Confirm everything in a written quote.
What drives cost
What moves a crane rental price
The hourly rate is only one line on a crane bill. Tonnage, hourly minimums, travel, the operator and permits all change the total. Figures below are examples, each with where it's from.
Tonnage
Bigger cranes cost more per hour. Missouri Crane in Wentzville, MO lists $195.00 an hour for a 15–30 ton crane and $415.00 an hour for a 90 ton crane. The weight of the load and how far it is from the crane decide the size.
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Missouri Crane
Hourly minimums and overtime
A short lift is still billed for the minimum. Missouri Crane in Wentzville, MO lists minimums of 3 to 8 hours depending on the crane, and Advanced Crane in Norwalk, CA lists 4 hours (3 for its 135 ft crane). Advanced Crane lists overtime before 6:00 AM and after 5:00 PM at $50.00 an hour.
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Missouri Crane · Advanced Crane
Travel to the site
“Portal to portal” means the clock runs from when the crane leaves the yard until it gets back. Missouri Crane in Wentzville, MO charges its minimums portal to portal, and Advanced Crane in Norwalk, CA adds a 10% fuel surcharge. Bigge says mobilization “may be billed separately.”
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Missouri Crane · Advanced Crane · Bigge
Operator and crew
Missouri Crane in Wentzville, MO includes a union operator in its rates, plus an oiler on its 50 to 90 ton cranes. BigRentz, a national rental marketplace, says an operator adds “$50 to $150 per hour” to a crane-only rental. Ask whether the operator is included.
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Missouri Crane · BigRentz
Permits and lift plans
A crane in a City of Rochester street or sidewalk needs a right-of-way permit. We didn't find a published fee for it. Bigge says permits may be billed separately. See permits below.
Rigging
Slings, spreader bars and riggers can be extra. Missouri Crane in Wentzville, MO lists an additional rigger and heavy-duty truck at $95.00 an hour ($125.00 with a trailer).
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Missouri Crane
Permits
Permits that can add cost in Rochester
In the City of Rochester, a permit is required for work in the public right-of-way, including streets, curbs and sidewalks. Cranes are listed under Barricade/Obstruction permits. See the City's Street and Sidewalk Right-of-Way Permits page, and our site access and permits notes. Power lines near the lift need planning under OSHA 1926.1408.
We didn't find a published fee for a crane right-of-way permit, so we don't list one. Ask the City or the crane company.
Summarized from cityofrochester.gov (Department of Environmental Services) and OSHA, checked Oct 29, 2026.
Getting a real number
How to get a price for your lift
Published rates only go so far. A written quote is the only number to budget on. Our form asks for what a crane company needs to size the crane.
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- Weight of the heaviest piece
- Distance from where the crane can set up to where the load lands
- Set height and anything the load must clear
- Job site address, ground type and access
- Start date and how long you need the crane
- Whether you need an operator
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