How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Oregon?
$64,410a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Oregon. That is $30.97 an hour or $5,368 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.97
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 400
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,020Median: $64,410Highest 10%: $84,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,020 | $22.13 | |
| 25th | $51,220 | $24.63 | |
| Median | $64,410 | $30.97 | |
| 75th | $81,680 | $39.27 | |
| 90th | $84,070 | $40.42 |
Cities in Oregon
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $74,060 |
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 |
| 7. Utah | $60,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Oregon?
The median hourly pay in Oregon is $30.97 ($64,410 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Oregon than the national average?
Yes: $64,410 against $54,430 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Oregon rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Oregon ranks 4 of 36 states.
Which city in Oregon pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $74,060 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.