How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Dallas?
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area. That is $24.51 an hour or $4,249 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.51
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among cities
- 28 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 80
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,650 | $18.58 | |
| 25th | $44,730 | $21.50 | |
| Median | $50,990 | $24.51 | |
| 75th | $77,220 | $37.13 | |
| 90th | $82,690 | $39.75 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| Houston, TX | $49,440 |
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Salaries for every job in Dallas, TXFrequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Dallas?
The median hourly pay in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area is $24.51 ($50,990 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Dallas than the national average?
No: $50,990 against $54,430 nationally, 6% less.
How does Dallas compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $46,670, so Dallas pays 9% more.
Where does Dallas rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
28 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make starting out in Dallas?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,650 or less a year; the top 10% make $82,690 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.