How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Oregon?
$87,110a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Oregon. That is $41.88 an hour or $7,259 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.88
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $68,550Median: $87,110Highest 10%: $102,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $68,550 | $32.96 | |
| 25th | $76,420 | $36.74 | |
| Median | $87,110 | $41.88 | |
| 75th | $100,800 | $48.46 | |
| 90th | $102,300 | $49.20 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $87,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 7. Alabama | $91,610 |
| 8. Arkansas | $91,610 |
| 9. California | $87,550 |
| 10. Oregon | $87,110 |
| 11. New Jersey | $86,820 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $83,710 |
| 13. Idaho | $82,980 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $41.88 ($87,110 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $87,110 against $78,120 nationally, 12% more.
Where does Oregon rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Oregon ranks 10 of 35 states.
Which city in Oregon pays chemical plant and system operators the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $87,210 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.