How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Boston?
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro area. That is $27.26 an hour or $4,726 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.26
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 19 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 160
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,180 | $20.76 | |
| 25th | $46,120 | $22.17 | |
| Median | $56,710 | $27.26 | |
| 75th | $66,200 | $31.83 | |
| 90th | $78,880 | $37.92 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| Providence, RI | $47,570 |
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Salaries for every job in Boston, MAFrequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Boston?
The median hourly pay in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro area is $27.26 ($56,710 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Boston than the national average?
Yes: $56,710 against $54,430 nationally, 4% more.
How does Boston compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $58,480, so Boston pays 3% less.
Where does Boston rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
19 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make starting out in Boston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $43,180 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,880 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.