How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in New Mexico?
$50,260a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in New Mexico. That is $24.16 an hour or $4,188 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.16
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,380Median: $50,260Highest 10%: $65,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,380 | $18.45 | |
| 25th | $43,240 | $20.79 | |
| Median | $50,260 | $24.16 | |
| 75th | $55,830 | $26.84 | |
| 90th | $65,180 | $31.34 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 22. Nebraska | $52,800 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $24.16 ($50,260 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $50,260 against $54,430 nationally, 8% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
New Mexico ranks 25 of 36 states.
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.