How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in North Carolina?
$60,780a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in North Carolina. That is $29.22 an hour or $5,065 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.22
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,350Median: $60,780Highest 10%: $74,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,350 | $19.40 | |
| 25th | $44,930 | $21.60 | |
| Median | $60,780 | $29.22 | |
| 75th | $61,780 | $29.70 | |
| 90th | $74,470 | $35.80 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Charlotte, NC | $61,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 3. New York | $66,440 |
| 4. Oregon | $64,410 |
| 5. Washington | $62,850 |
| 6. North Carolina | $60,780 |
| 7. Utah | $60,510 |
| 8. Arizona | $59,830 |
| 9. Kentucky | $59,040 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $29.22 ($60,780 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in North Carolina than the national average?
Yes: $60,780 against $54,430 nationally, 12% more.
Where does North Carolina rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
North Carolina ranks 6 of 36 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC, with a median of $61,780 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.