How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Florida?
$49,780a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Florida. That is $23.93 an hour or $4,148 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.93
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,260Median: $49,780Highest 10%: $60,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,260 | $18.39 | |
| 25th | $46,950 | $22.57 | |
| Median | $49,780 | $23.93 | |
| 75th | $59,740 | $28.72 | |
| 90th | $60,790 | $29.23 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Tampa, FL | $53,130 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $49,780 |
| Miami, FL | $49,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 23. Illinois | $51,020 |
| 24. Connecticut | $50,510 |
| 25. New Mexico | $50,260 |
| 26. Florida | $49,780 |
| 27. Oklahoma | $48,890 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $48,260 |
| 29. Georgia | $47,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $23.93 ($49,780 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $49,780 against $54,430 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Florida rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Florida ranks 26 of 36 states.
Which city in Florida pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL, with a median of $53,130 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.