How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Massachusetts?
$58,480a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Massachusetts. That is $28.12 an hour or $4,873 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.12
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,140Median: $58,480Highest 10%: $75,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,140 | $21.70 | |
| 25th | $47,010 | $22.60 | |
| Median | $58,480 | $28.12 | |
| 75th | $65,910 | $31.69 | |
| 90th | $75,310 | $36.21 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $56,710 |
| Providence, RI | $47,570 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 7. Utah | $60,510 |
| 8. Arizona | $59,830 |
| 9. Kentucky | $59,040 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $58,480 |
| 11. California | $58,310 |
| 12. Indiana | $58,300 |
| 13. Tennessee | $57,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $28.12 ($58,480 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $58,480 against $54,430 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Massachusetts ranks 10 of 36 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $56,710 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.