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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Illinois
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Illinois?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$102,890
Median Annual Salary
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+4.7% vs 2024
$103,080
Mean Salary
$102,890
Median Salary
$49.47
Hourly Rate
1,070 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Illinois
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois earn a median salary of $102,890 per year ($8,574/month).
This is 21.2% above the national average of $84,923.
Illinois ranks #8 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 1,070 people work in this occupation across Illinois.
Salaries increased by 4.7% 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 Illinois
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois range from $93,690 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $111,380 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $101,310 and $111,370.
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Illinois?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois is $102,890 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $103,080.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois range from $93,690 at the 10th percentile to $111,380 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $101,310 and $111,370.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Illinois typically start around $93,690 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $101,310 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,070 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Illinois is approximately $49.47 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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