How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in New York?
$66,440a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in New York. That is $31.94 an hour or $5,537 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.94
- Vs. national median
- +22%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 760
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,840Median: $66,440Highest 10%: $81,650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,840 | $22.52 | |
| 25th | $61,270 | $29.46 | |
| Median | $66,440 | $31.94 | |
| 75th | $78,270 | $37.63 | |
| 90th | $81,650 | $39.25 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Utica, NY | $77,560 |
| New York, NY | $60,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 1. Minnesota | $75,880 |
| 2. New Jersey | $75,020 |
| 3. New York | $66,440 |
| 4. Oregon | $64,410 |
| 5. Washington | $62,850 |
| 6. North Carolina | $60,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $31.94 ($66,440 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in New York than the national average?
Yes: $66,440 against $54,430 nationally, 22% more.
Where does New York rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
New York ranks 3 of 36 states.
Which city in New York pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Utica-Rome, NY, with a median of $77,560 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.