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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Michigan
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Michigan?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$84,030
Median Annual Salary
▼
-3.8% vs 2024
$81,490
Mean Salary
$84,030
Median Salary
$40.40
Hourly Rate
180 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Michigan
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan earn a median salary of $84,030 per year ($7,002/month).
This is 1.1% below the national average of $84,923.
Michigan ranks #22 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 180 people work in this occupation across Michigan.
Salaries decreased by 3.8% 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 Michigan
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan range from $57,450 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $101,820 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $64,980 and $95,450.
Median $84,030
P10: $57,450P25: $64,980P75: $95,450P90: $101,820
10th
$57,450
25th
$64,980
Median
$84,030
75th
$95,450
90th
$101,820
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$57,450
$27.62
$4,787
25th Percentile
$64,980
$31.24
$5,415
Median (50th)
$84,030
$40.40
$7,002
75th Percentile
$95,450
$45.89
$7,954
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$101,820
$48.95
$8,485
Note: The mean (average) salary of $81,490 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#22
Michigan ranks #22 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 Michigan?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan is $84,030 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $81,490.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan range from $57,450 at the 10th percentile to $101,820 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $64,980 and $95,450.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Michigan typically start around $57,450 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $64,980 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 180 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Michigan is approximately $40.40 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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