How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Ohio?
$55,080a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Ohio. That is $26.48 an hour or $4,590 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.48
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 1,790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,010Median: $55,080Highest 10%: $71,080
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,010 | $19.24 | |
| 25th | $47,960 | $23.06 | |
| Median | $55,080 | $26.48 | |
| 75th | $62,670 | $30.13 | |
| 90th | $71,080 | $34.17 |
Cities in Ohio
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cleveland, OH | $65,660 |
| Columbus, OH | $59,950 |
| Youngstown, OH | $56,550 |
| Canton, OH | $55,080 |
| Mansfield, OH | $50,250 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $49,690 |
| Dayton, OH | $48,460 |
| Toledo, OH | $48,410 |
| Akron, OH | $46,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 17. West Virginia | $56,290 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $55,910 |
| 19. Missouri | $55,480 |
| 20. Ohio | $55,080 |
| 21. Alabama | $54,260 |
| 22. Nebraska | $52,800 |
| 23. Illinois | $51,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Ohio?
The median hourly pay in Ohio is $26.48 ($55,080 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Ohio than the national average?
Yes: $55,080 against $54,430 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Ohio rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Ohio ranks 20 of 36 states.
Which city in Ohio pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Cleveland, OH, with a median of $65,660 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.