How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Washington?
$60,120a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Washington. That is $28.90 an hour or $5,010 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.90
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 350
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,760Median: $60,120Highest 10%: $114,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| 25th | $49,670 | $23.88 | |
| Median | $60,120 | $28.90 | |
| 75th | $101,400 | $48.75 | |
| 90th | $114,000 | $54.81 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $87,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 27. Colorado | $62,870 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $62,720 |
| 29. Iowa | $60,440 |
| 30. Washington | $60,120 |
| 31. South Dakota | $59,970 |
| 32. Missouri | $55,470 |
| 33. Georgia | $49,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $28.90 ($60,120 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $60,120 against $78,120 nationally, 23% less.
Where does Washington rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Washington ranks 30 of 35 states.
Which city in Washington 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.