How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Oklahoma?
$48,890a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Oklahoma. That is $23.50 an hour or $4,074 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.50
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,460Median: $48,890Highest 10%: $57,190
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,460 | $18.49 | |
| 25th | $43,800 | $21.06 | |
| Median | $48,890 | $23.50 | |
| 75th | $55,080 | $26.48 | |
| 90th | $57,190 | $27.50 |
Cities in Oklahoma
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Tulsa, OK | $46,550 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 24. Connecticut | $50,510 |
| 25. New Mexico | $50,260 |
| 26. Florida | $49,780 |
| 27. Oklahoma | $48,890 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $48,260 |
| 29. Georgia | $47,750 |
| 30. Texas | $46,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Oklahoma?
The median hourly pay in Oklahoma is $23.50 ($48,890 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Oklahoma than the national average?
No: $48,890 against $54,430 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Oklahoma rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Oklahoma ranks 27 of 36 states.
Which city in Oklahoma pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Tulsa, OK, with a median of $46,550 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.