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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Alabama
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Alabama?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$73,510
Median Annual Salary
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+43.4% vs 2024
$70,520
Mean Salary
$73,510
Median Salary
$35.34
Hourly Rate
90 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Alabama
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama earn a median salary of $73,510 per year ($6,125/month).
This is 13.4% below the national average of $84,923.
Alabama ranks #31 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 90 people work in this occupation across Alabama.
Salaries increased by 43.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers
Operate or control petroleum refining or processing units. May specialize in controlling manifold and pumping systems, gauging or testing oil in storage tanks, or regulating the flow of oil into pipelines.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
4.0
Operation and Control
3.75
Monitoring
3.62
Reading Comprehension
3.5
Speaking
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Production and Processing
3.61
Public Safety and Security
3.58
Mechanical
3.55
Administration and Management
3.52
Mathematics
3.22
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(97.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama range from $43,950 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $93,240 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $48,180 and $87,870.
Median $73,510
P10: $43,950P25: $48,180P75: $87,870P90: $93,240
10th
$43,950
25th
$48,180
Median
$73,510
75th
$87,870
90th
$93,240
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$43,950
$21.13
$3,662
25th Percentile
$48,180
$23.16
$4,015
Median (50th)
$73,510
$35.34
$6,125
75th Percentile
$87,870
$42.25
$7,322
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$93,240
$44.83
$7,770
Note: The mean (average) salary of $70,520 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#31
Alabama ranks #31 of 42 states
$84,923
National avg. for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Alabama?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama is $73,510 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $70,520.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama range from $43,950 at the 10th percentile to $93,240 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $48,180 and $87,870.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Alabama typically start around $43,950 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $48,180 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 90 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Alabama is approximately $35.34 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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