Gas Plant Operators Salary (2025)
Based on 18,030 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $61,350 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $76,870 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $87,820 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $100,870 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $115,520 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$61K
25th
$77K
Median
$88K
75th
$101K
90th
$116K
Highest Paying States for Gas Plant Operators
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $120,680 |
| New Jersey | $111,490 |
| Oregon | $110,010 |
| Connecticut | $103,270 |
| Massachusetts | $102,210 |
| Michigan | $101,500 |
| New York | $99,740 |
| North Dakota | $99,740 |
| Arizona | $99,250 |
| South Dakota | $97,770 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Gas Plant Operators salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $120,680 per year, while South Dakota has an average of $97,770 — a difference of $22,910. 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 Gas Plant Operators
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 18,030 workers were employed as Gas Plant Operatorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $88,710 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-8092