How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Pittsburgh?
$60,810a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area. That is $29.24 an hour or $5,068 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.24
- Vs. national median
- +12%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,980Median: $60,810Highest 10%: $69,930
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,980 | $18.74 | |
| 25th | $49,310 | $23.71 | |
| Median | $60,810 | $29.24 | |
| 75th | $60,960 | $29.31 | |
| 90th | $69,930 | $33.62 |
Other cities in Pennsylvania
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| Reading, PA | $68,990 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $63,170 |
| Allentown, PA | $51,080 |
| Lancaster, PA | $50,100 |
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Salaries for every job in Pittsburgh, PAFrequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Pittsburgh?
The median hourly pay in the Pittsburgh, PA metro area is $29.24 ($60,810 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Pittsburgh than the national average?
Yes: $60,810 against $54,430 nationally, 12% more.
How does Pittsburgh compare with the rest of Pennsylvania?
The median in Pennsylvania is $55,910, so Pittsburgh pays 9% more.
Where does Pittsburgh rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
11 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make starting out in Pittsburgh?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,980 or less a year; the top 10% make $69,930 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.