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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Arkansas
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Arkansas?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$86,580
Median Annual Salary
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+6.2% vs 2024
$80,110
Mean Salary
$86,580
Median Salary
$41.62
Hourly Rate
220 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Arkansas
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas earn a median salary of $86,580 per year ($7,215/month).
This is 2.0% above the national average of $84,923.
Arkansas ranks #20 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 220 people work in this occupation across Arkansas.
Salaries increased by 6.2% 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 Arkansas
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas range from $56,580 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $96,770 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $70,690 and $93,940.
Median $86,580
P10: $56,580P25: $70,690P75: $93,940P90: $96,770
10th
$56,580
25th
$70,690
Median
$86,580
75th
$93,940
90th
$96,770
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$56,580
$27.20
$4,715
25th Percentile
$70,690
$33.99
$5,890
Median (50th)
$86,580
$41.62
$7,215
75th Percentile
$93,940
$45.16
$7,828
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$96,770
$46.52
$8,064
Note: The mean (average) salary of $80,110 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#20
Arkansas ranks #20 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 Arkansas?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas is $86,580 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $80,110.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas range from $56,580 at the 10th percentile to $96,770 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $70,690 and $93,940.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Arkansas typically start around $56,580 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $70,690 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 220 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Arkansas is approximately $41.62 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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