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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Mississippi
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Mississippi?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$75,180
Median Annual Salary
▼
-2.5% vs 2024
$81,220
Mean Salary
$75,180
Median Salary
$36.14
Hourly Rate
860 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Mississippi
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi earn a median salary of $75,180 per year ($6,265/month).
This is 11.5% below the national average of $84,923.
Mississippi ranks #29 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 860 people work in this occupation across Mississippi.
Salaries decreased by 2.5% 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 Mississippi
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi range from $66,190 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $98,100 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $75,180 and $82,410.
Median $75,180
P10: $66,190P25: $75,180P75: $82,410P90: $98,100
10th
$66,190
25th
$75,180
Median
$75,180
75th
$82,410
90th
$98,100
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$66,190
$31.82
$5,515
25th Percentile
$75,180
$36.14
$6,265
Median (50th)
$75,180
$36.14
$6,265
75th Percentile
$82,410
$39.62
$6,867
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$98,100
$47.16
$8,175
Note: The mean (average) salary of $81,220 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#29
Mississippi ranks #29 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 Mississippi?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi is $75,180 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $81,220.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi range from $66,190 at the 10th percentile to $98,100 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $75,180 and $82,410.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Mississippi typically start around $66,190 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $75,180 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 860 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Mississippi is approximately $36.14 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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