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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Arizona
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Arizona?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$60,070
Median Annual Salary
▼
-18.0% vs 2024
$67,850
Mean Salary
$60,070
Median Salary
$28.88
Hourly Rate
180 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Arizona
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona earn a median salary of $60,070 per year ($5,005/month).
This is 29.3% below the national average of $84,923.
Arizona ranks #38 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 180 people work in this occupation across Arizona.
Salaries decreased by 18.0% 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 Arizona
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona range from $38,520 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $106,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $41,620 and $98,480.
Median $60,070
P10: $38,520P25: $41,620P75: $98,480P90: $106,360
10th
$38,520
25th
$41,620
Median
$60,070
75th
$98,480
90th
$106,360
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$38,520
$18.52
$3,210
25th Percentile
$41,620
$20.01
$3,468
Median (50th)
$60,070
$28.88
$5,005
75th Percentile
$98,480
$47.35
$8,206
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$106,360
$51.13
$8,863
Note: The mean (average) salary of $67,850 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#38
Arizona ranks #38 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 Arizona?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona is $60,070 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $67,850.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona range from $38,520 at the 10th percentile to $106,360 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $41,620 and $98,480.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Arizona typically start around $38,520 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $41,620 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 180 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arizona is approximately $28.88 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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