How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Phoenix?
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $23.88 an hour or $4,138 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.88
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among cities
- 36 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,370 | $18.45 | |
| 25th | $40,120 | $19.29 | |
| Median | $49,660 | $23.88 | |
| 75th | $61,920 | $29.77 | |
| 90th | $61,920 | $29.77 |
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Salaries for every job in Phoenix, AZFrequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $23.88 ($49,660 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Phoenix than the national average?
No: $49,660 against $54,430 nationally, 9% less.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $59,830, so Phoenix pays 17% less.
Where does Phoenix rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
36 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,370 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,920 or more.
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.