Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators Salary (2025)
Based on 28,250 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $50,590 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $63,160 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $78,620 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $101,150 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $125,390 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$51K
25th
$63K
Median
$79K
75th
$101K
90th
$125K
Highest Paying States for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Illinois | $106,410 |
| Wyoming | $102,500 |
| New York | $101,070 |
| Washington | $95,180 |
| Hawaii | $94,580 |
| Connecticut | $91,990 |
| California | $91,010 |
| Alaska | $90,660 |
| District of Columbia | $89,400 |
| Nevada | $88,360 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Illinois at an average of $106,410 per year, while Nevada has an average of $88,360 — a difference of $18,050. 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 Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 28,250 workers were employed as Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operatorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $83,960 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-8021