How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make in Richmond?
$61,840a year
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $29.73 an hour or $5,153 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.73
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 37 of 196
- Jobs in the area
- 760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,420Median: $61,840Highest 10%: $81,020
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,420 | $21.36 | |
| 25th | $58,030 | $27.90 | |
| Median | $61,840 | $29.73 | |
| 75th | $75,060 | $36.09 | |
| 90th | $81,020 | $38.95 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for chemical equipment operator and tenders.
| Washington, DC | $72,660 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $50,840 |
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Salaries for every job in Richmond, VAFrequently asked questions
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $29.73 ($61,840 a year).
Do chemical equipment operator and tenders make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $61,840 against $58,040 nationally, 7% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $59,970, so Richmond pays 3% more.
Where does Richmond rank for chemical equipment operator and tender pay?
37 of 196 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical equipment operator and tender make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,420 or less a year; the top 10% make $81,020 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.