How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Michigan?
$44,900a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Michigan. That is $21.59 an hour or $3,742 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.59
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 680
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,310Median: $44,900Highest 10%: $59,140
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,310 | $17.94 | |
| 25th | $39,840 | $19.15 | |
| Median | $44,900 | $21.59 | |
| 75th | $54,620 | $26.26 | |
| 90th | $59,140 | $28.43 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $51,330 |
| Muskegon, MI | $40,050 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $38,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 29. Georgia | $47,750 |
| 30. Texas | $46,670 |
| 31. New Hampshire | $46,380 |
| 32. Michigan | $44,900 |
| 33. Kansas | $44,800 |
| 34. South Carolina | $44,160 |
| 35. Arkansas | $39,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $21.59 ($44,900 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Michigan than the national average?
No: $44,900 against $54,430 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Michigan rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Michigan ranks 32 of 36 states.
Which city in Michigan pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $51,330 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.