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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Wisconsin
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers make in Wisconsin?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$71,450
Median Annual Salary
▼
-14.0% vs 2024
$80,510
Mean Salary
$71,450
Median Salary
$34.35
Hourly Rate
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers salary by percentile in Wisconsin
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $71,450 per year ($5,954/month).
This is 15.9% below the national average of $84,923.
Wisconsin ranks #32 out of 42 states for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay.
Salaries decreased by 14.0% 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 Wisconsin
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Wisconsin range from $64,560 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $103,060 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $66,580 and $99,530.
Median $71,450
P10: $64,560P25: $66,580P75: $99,530P90: $103,060
10th
$64,560
25th
$66,580
Median
$71,450
75th
$99,530
90th
$103,060
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$64,560
$31.04
$5,380
25th Percentile
$66,580
$32.01
$5,548
Median (50th)
$71,450
$34.35
$5,954
75th Percentile
$99,530
$47.85
$8,294
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$103,060
$49.55
$8,588
Note: The mean (average) salary of $80,510 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#32
Wisconsin ranks #32 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 Wisconsin?
The median annual salary for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Wisconsin is $71,450 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $80,510.
What is the salary range for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Wisconsin?
Salaries for Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Wisconsin range from $64,560 at the 10th percentile to $103,060 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $66,580 and $99,530.
What is the starting salary for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Wisconsin?
Entry-level Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers positions in Wisconsin typically start around $64,560 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $66,580 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Wisconsin?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Wisconsin is approximately $34.35 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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