How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in California?
$58,310a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in California. That is $28.03 an hour or $4,859 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.03
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,940Median: $58,310Highest 10%: $72,460
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,940 | $22.57 | |
| 25th | $48,750 | $23.44 | |
| Median | $58,310 | $28.03 | |
| 75th | $69,830 | $33.57 | |
| 90th | $72,460 | $34.84 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Riverside, CA | $67,360 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $58,310 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 8. Arizona | $59,830 |
| 9. Kentucky | $59,040 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $58,480 |
| 11. California | $58,310 |
| 12. Indiana | $58,300 |
| 13. Tennessee | $57,490 |
| 14. Iowa | $57,030 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $28.03 ($58,310 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $58,310 against $54,430 nationally, 7% more.
Where does California rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
California ranks 11 of 36 states.
Which city in California pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA, with a median of $67,360 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.