How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make in Decatur?
$82,170a year
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders in the Decatur, AL metro area. That is $39.50 an hour or $6,848 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.50
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 196
- Jobs in the area
- 760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $79,660Median: $82,170Highest 10%: $94,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,660 | $38.30 | |
| 25th | $80,330 | $38.62 | |
| Median | $82,170 | $39.50 | |
| 75th | $94,110 | $45.25 | |
| 90th | $94,120 | $45.25 |
Other cities in Alabama
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders.
| Mobile, AL | $84,740 |
| Montgomery, AL | $84,360 |
| Birmingham, AL | $49,590 |
| Huntsville, AL | $47,510 |
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Salaries for every job in Decatur, ALFrequently asked questions
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make an hour in Decatur?
The median hourly pay in the Decatur, AL metro area is $39.50 ($82,170 a year).
Do chemical equipment operator and tenders make more in Decatur than the national average?
Yes: $82,170 against $58,040 nationally, 42% more.
How does Decatur compare with the rest of Alabama?
The median in Alabama is $80,330, so Decatur pays 2% more.
Where does Decatur rank for chemical equipment operator and tender pay?
7 of 196 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make starting out in Decatur?
The lowest-paid 10% make $79,660 or less a year; the top 10% make $94,120 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.