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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Connecticut
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Connecticut?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$56,880
Median Annual Salary
$65,190
Mean Salary
$56,880
Median Salary
$27.35
Hourly Rate
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Connecticut
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Connecticut earn a median salary of $56,880 per year ($4,740/month).
This is 33.0% below the national average of $84,923.
Connecticut ranks #42 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
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 Connecticut
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Connecticut range from $46,070 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $100,340 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,760 and $76,790.
Median $56,880
P10: $46,070P25: $46,760P75: $76,790P90: $100,340
10th
$46,070
25th
$46,760
Median
$56,880
75th
$76,790
90th
$100,340
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$46,070
$22.15
$3,839
25th Percentile
$46,760
$22.48
$3,896
Median (50th)
$56,880
$27.35
$4,740
75th Percentile
$76,790
$36.92
$6,399
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$100,340
$48.24
$8,361
Note: The mean (average) salary of $65,190 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#42
Connecticut ranks #42 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 Connecticut?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Connecticut is $56,880 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $65,190.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Connecticut?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Connecticut range from $46,070 at the 10th percentile to $100,340 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,760 and $76,790.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Connecticut?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Connecticut typically start around $46,070 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,760 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Connecticut?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Connecticut is approximately $27.35 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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