Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders Salary (2025)
Based on 139,630 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,440 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $45,970 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $58,040 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $74,080 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $92,250 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$37K
25th
$46K
Median
$58K
75th
$74K
90th
$92K
Highest Paying States for Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Wyoming | $84,480 |
| Louisiana | $79,770 |
| Montana | $77,590 |
| Rhode Island | $73,080 |
| West Virginia | $70,410 |
| Alabama | $70,250 |
| Texas | $68,970 |
| Idaho | $68,400 |
| Washington | $68,000 |
| Delaware | $65,630 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Wyoming at an average of $84,480 per year, while Delaware has an average of $65,630 — a difference of $18,850. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 139,630 workers were employed as Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenderss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $60,710 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-9011