How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Pennsylvania?
$55,910a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Pennsylvania. That is $26.88 an hour or $4,659 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.88
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 1,230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,410Median: $55,910Highest 10%: $70,010
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,410 | $18.95 | |
| 25th | $48,740 | $23.43 | |
| Median | $55,910 | $26.88 | |
| 75th | $61,950 | $29.78 | |
| 90th | $70,010 | $33.66 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Reading, PA | $68,990 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $63,170 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $60,810 |
| Allentown, PA | $51,080 |
| Lancaster, PA | $50,100 |
| Erie, PA | $46,910 |
| York, PA | $45,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 15. Virginia | $57,000 |
| 16. Nevada | $56,790 |
| 17. West Virginia | $56,290 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $55,910 |
| 19. Missouri | $55,480 |
| 20. Ohio | $55,080 |
| 21. Alabama | $54,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $26.88 ($55,910 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $55,910 against $54,430 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 18 of 36 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Reading, PA, with a median of $68,990 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.