How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Arizona?
$59,830a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Arizona. That is $28.76 an hour or $4,986 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.76
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,180Median: $59,830Highest 10%: $76,480
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,180 | $21.72 | |
| 25th | $48,760 | $23.44 | |
| Median | $59,830 | $28.76 | |
| 75th | $60,710 | $29.19 | |
| 90th | $76,480 | $36.77 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $49,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 5. Washington | $62,850 |
| 6. North Carolina | $60,780 |
| 7. Utah | $60,510 |
| 8. Arizona | $59,830 |
| 9. Kentucky | $59,040 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $58,480 |
| 11. California | $58,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $28.76 ($59,830 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Arizona than the national average?
Yes: $59,830 against $54,430 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Arizona rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Arizona ranks 8 of 36 states.
Which city in Arizona pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $49,660 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.