How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Tennessee?
$57,490a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Tennessee. That is $27.64 an hour or $4,791 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.64
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,430Median: $57,490Highest 10%: $75,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,430 | $18.00 | |
| 25th | $46,190 | $22.21 | |
| Median | $57,490 | $27.64 | |
| 75th | $68,880 | $33.12 | |
| 90th | $75,470 | $36.28 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $57,030 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $46,550 |
| Morristown, TN | $43,270 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 10. Massachusetts | $58,480 |
| 11. California | $58,310 |
| 12. Indiana | $58,300 |
| 13. Tennessee | $57,490 |
| 14. Iowa | $57,030 |
| 15. Virginia | $57,000 |
| 16. Nevada | $56,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $27.64 ($57,490 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $57,490 against $54,430 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Tennessee ranks 13 of 36 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $57,030 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.