How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Charlotte?
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area. That is $29.70 an hour or $5,148 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.70
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 9 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 240
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,770 | $23.93 | |
| 25th | $61,780 | $29.70 | |
| Median | $61,780 | $29.70 | |
| 75th | $74,470 | $35.80 | |
| 90th | $74,470 | $35.80 |
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How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Charlotte?
The median hourly pay in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro area is $29.70 ($61,780 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Charlotte than the national average?
Yes: $61,780 against $54,430 nationally, 14% more.
How does Charlotte compare with the rest of North Carolina?
The median in North Carolina is $60,780, so Charlotte pays 2% more.
Where does Charlotte rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
9 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make starting out in Charlotte?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,770 or less a year; the top 10% make $74,470 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.