How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Massachusetts?
$83,710a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Massachusetts. That is $40.25 an hour or $6,976 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.25
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $64,870Median: $83,710Highest 10%: $98,630
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $64,870 | $31.19 | |
| 25th | $82,040 | $39.44 | |
| Median | $83,710 | $40.25 | |
| 75th | $92,880 | $44.65 | |
| 90th | $98,630 | $47.42 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Worcester, MA | $88,510 |
| Boston, MA | $82,170 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 9. California | $87,550 |
| 10. Oregon | $87,110 |
| 11. New Jersey | $86,820 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $83,710 |
| 13. Idaho | $82,980 |
| 14. West Virginia | $81,710 |
| 15. New Mexico | $72,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $40.25 ($83,710 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $83,710 against $78,120 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Massachusetts ranks 12 of 35 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays chemical plant and system operators the most?
Worcester, MA, with a median of $88,510 a year.
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.