How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Richmond?
$77,930a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in the Richmond, VA metro area. That is $37.47 an hour or $6,494 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.47
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 13 of 28
- Jobs in the area
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,330Median: $77,930Highest 10%: $96,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,330 | $20.83 | |
| 25th | $59,870 | $28.78 | |
| Median | $77,930 | $37.47 | |
| 75th | $84,800 | $40.77 | |
| 90th | $96,520 | $46.40 |
Other cities in Virginia
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| Washington, DC | $66,640 |
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Salaries for every job in Richmond, VAFrequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Richmond?
The median hourly pay in the Richmond, VA metro area is $37.47 ($77,930 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Richmond than the national average?
Yes: $77,930 against $78,120 nationally, 0% more.
How does Richmond compare with the rest of Virginia?
The median in Virginia is $63,000, so Richmond pays 24% more.
Where does Richmond rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
13 of 28 metro areas with data.
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make starting out in Richmond?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,330 or less a year; the top 10% make $96,520 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.