How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Arkansas?
$39,920a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Arkansas. That is $19.19 an hour or $3,327 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.19
- Vs. national median
- -27%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,920Median: $39,920Highest 10%: $61,880
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,920 | $16.79 | |
| 25th | $36,840 | $17.71 | |
| Median | $39,920 | $19.19 | |
| 75th | $45,930 | $22.08 | |
| 90th | $61,880 | $29.75 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 32. Michigan | $44,900 |
| 33. Kansas | $44,800 |
| 34. South Carolina | $44,160 |
| 35. Arkansas | $39,920 |
| 36. Mississippi | $39,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $19.19 ($39,920 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $39,920 against $54,430 nationally, 27% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Arkansas ranks 35 of 36 states.
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.