How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Missouri?
$55,470a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Missouri. That is $26.67 an hour or $4,623 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.67
- Vs. national median
- -29%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,590Median: $55,470Highest 10%: $78,040
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,590 | $22.40 | |
| 25th | $50,400 | $24.23 | |
| Median | $55,470 | $26.67 | |
| 75th | $59,410 | $28.56 | |
| 90th | $78,040 | $37.52 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $52,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 29. Iowa | $60,440 |
| 30. Washington | $60,120 |
| 31. South Dakota | $59,970 |
| 32. Missouri | $55,470 |
| 33. Georgia | $49,230 |
| 34. Indiana | $49,110 |
| 35. Tennessee | $45,830 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $26.67 ($55,470 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Missouri than the national average?
No: $55,470 against $78,120 nationally, 29% less.
Where does Missouri rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Missouri ranks 32 of 35 states.
Which city in Missouri pays chemical plant and system operators the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $52,330 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.