How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Chicago?
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area. That is $30.37 an hour or $5,264 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.37
- Vs. national median
- +16%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,490 | $21.87 | |
| 25th | $49,310 | $23.71 | |
| Median | $63,170 | $30.37 | |
| 75th | $65,040 | $31.27 | |
| 90th | $65,040 | $31.27 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| St. Louis, MO | $51,100 |
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Salaries for every job in Chicago, ILFrequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Chicago?
The median hourly pay in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area is $30.37 ($63,170 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Chicago than the national average?
Yes: $63,170 against $54,430 nationally, 16% more.
How does Chicago compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $51,020, so Chicago pays 24% more.
Where does Chicago rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
7 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make starting out in Chicago?
The lowest-paid 10% make $45,490 or less a year; the top 10% make $65,040 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.