Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders Salary (2025)
Based on 16,780 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $39,200 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $46,080 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $54,430 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $62,810 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $74,470 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$39K
25th
$46K
Median
$54K
75th
$63K
90th
$74K
Highest Paying States for Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $68,820 |
| Washington | $68,470 |
| New York | $67,430 |
| Oregon | $66,610 |
| Minnesota | $65,570 |
| California | $60,520 |
| Utah | $58,980 |
| Nevada | $58,370 |
| Tennessee | $58,000 |
| Arizona | $57,150 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Jersey at an average of $68,820 per year, while Arizona has an average of $57,150 — a difference of $11,670. 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 Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 16,780 workers were employed as Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenderss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $55,490 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-4051