How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make in Allentown?
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ metro area. That is $28.37 an hour or $4,918 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.37
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 61 of 196
- Jobs in the area
- 740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,820 | $18.66 | |
| 25th | $47,200 | $22.69 | |
| Median | $59,010 | $28.37 | |
| 75th | $72,950 | $35.07 | |
| 90th | $80,140 | $38.53 |
Other cities in Pennsylvania
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders.
| Philadelphia, PA | $60,410 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $57,030 |
| Lancaster, PA | $56,810 |
| Reading, PA | $49,070 |
| York, PA | $46,880 |
| Scranton, PA | $45,180 |
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Salaries for every job in Allentown, PAFrequently asked questions
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make an hour in Allentown?
The median hourly pay in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ metro area is $28.37 ($59,010 a year).
Do chemical equipment operator and tenders make more in Allentown than the national average?
Yes: $59,010 against $58,040 nationally, 2% more.
How does Allentown compare with the rest of Pennsylvania?
The median in Pennsylvania is $56,630, so Allentown pays 4% more.
Where does Allentown rank for chemical equipment operator and tender pay?
61 of 196 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make starting out in Allentown?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,820 or less a year; the top 10% make $80,140 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.