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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Virginia
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Virginia?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$58,970
Median Annual Salary
▼
-26.9% vs 2024
$65,530
Mean Salary
$58,970
Median Salary
$28.35
Hourly Rate
250 people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Virginia
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia earn a median salary of $58,970 per year ($4,914/month).
This is 30.6% below the national average of $84,923.
Virginia ranks #39 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Approximately 250 people work in this occupation across Virginia.
Salaries decreased by 26.9% 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 Virginia
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia range from $40,300 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $103,390 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $46,980 and $78,900.
Median $58,970
P10: $40,300P25: $46,980P75: $78,900P90: $103,390
10th
$40,300
25th
$46,980
Median
$58,970
75th
$78,900
90th
$103,390
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$40,300
$19.38
$3,358
25th Percentile
$46,980
$22.59
$3,915
Median (50th)
$58,970
$28.35
$4,914
75th Percentile
$78,900
$37.93
$6,575
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$103,390
$49.71
$8,615
Note: The mean (average) salary of $65,530 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#39
Virginia ranks #39 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 Virginia?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia is $58,970 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $65,530.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia range from $40,300 at the 10th percentile to $103,390 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $46,980 and $78,900.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Virginia typically start around $40,300 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $46,980 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 250 people are employed as Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia.
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Virginia is approximately $28.35 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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