How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Houston?
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area. That is $23.77 an hour or $4,120 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.77
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among cities
- 37 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,960 | $19.21 | |
| 25th | $42,970 | $20.66 | |
| Median | $49,440 | $23.77 | |
| 75th | $63,940 | $30.74 | |
| 90th | $78,140 | $37.57 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| Dallas, TX | $50,990 |
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Salaries for every job in Houston, TXFrequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Houston?
The median hourly pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area is $23.77 ($49,440 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Houston than the national average?
No: $49,440 against $54,430 nationally, 9% less.
How does Houston compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $46,670, so Houston pays 6% more.
Where does Houston rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
37 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make starting out in Houston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,960 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,140 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.