Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders Salary (2025)
Based on 14,280 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $35,960 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $41,130 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $48,040 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $59,830 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $69,800 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$36K
25th
$41K
Median
$48K
75th
$60K
90th
$70K
Highest Paying States for Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Wyoming | $71,130 |
| Kentucky | $70,450 |
| Maryland | $63,660 |
| Kansas | $60,340 |
| Illinois | $59,960 |
| Washington | $57,160 |
| North Dakota | $56,710 |
| Massachusetts | $56,400 |
| Idaho | $55,990 |
| Colorado | $55,420 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Wyoming at an average of $71,130 per year, while Colorado has an average of $55,420 — a difference of $15,710. 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 Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 14,280 workers were employed as Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenderss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $50,940 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-9051