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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Pennsylvania
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Pennsylvania?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$83,870
Median Annual Salary
▼
-4.0% vs 2024
$84,720
Mean Salary
$83,870
Median Salary
$40.32
Hourly Rate
820 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Pennsylvania
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania earn a median salary of $83,870 per year ($6,989/month).
This is 1.2% below the national average of $84,923.
Pennsylvania ranks #24 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 820 people work in this occupation across Pennsylvania.
Salaries decreased by 4.0% 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 Pennsylvania
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania range from $61,670 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $105,580 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $70,310 and $98,700.
Median $83,870
P10: $61,670P25: $70,310P75: $98,700P90: $105,580
10th
$61,670
25th
$70,310
Median
$83,870
75th
$98,700
90th
$105,580
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$61,670
$29.65
$5,139
25th Percentile
$70,310
$33.80
$5,859
Median (50th)
$83,870
$40.32
$6,989
75th Percentile
$98,700
$47.45
$8,225
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$105,580
$50.76
$8,798
Note: The mean (average) salary of $84,720 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#24
Pennsylvania ranks #24 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 Pennsylvania?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania is $83,870 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $84,720.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania range from $61,670 at the 10th percentile to $105,580 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $70,310 and $98,700.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Pennsylvania typically start around $61,670 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $70,310 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 820 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Pennsylvania is approximately $40.32 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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