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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Georgia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Georgia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$57,180
Median Annual Salary
▼
-28.5% vs 2024
$62,790
Mean Salary
$57,180
Median Salary
$27.49
Hourly Rate
240 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Georgia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia earn a median salary of $57,180 per year ($4,765/month).
This is 32.7% below the national average of $84,923.
Georgia ranks #41 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 240 people work in this occupation across Georgia.
Salaries decreased by 28.5% 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 Georgia
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia range from $42,720 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $98,120 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $45,540 and $74,840.
Median $57,180
P10: $42,720P25: $45,540P75: $74,840P90: $98,120
10th
$42,720
25th
$45,540
Median
$57,180
75th
$74,840
90th
$98,120
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$42,720
$20.54
$3,560
25th Percentile
$45,540
$21.89
$3,795
Median (50th)
$57,180
$27.49
$4,765
75th Percentile
$74,840
$35.98
$6,236
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$98,120
$47.17
$8,176
Note: The mean (average) salary of $62,790 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#41
Georgia ranks #41 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 Georgia?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia is $57,180 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $62,790.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia range from $42,720 at the 10th percentile to $98,120 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $45,540 and $74,840.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Georgia typically start around $42,720 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $45,540 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 240 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Georgia is approximately $27.49 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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