How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Texas?
$46,670a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Texas. That is $22.44 an hour or $3,889 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.44
- Vs. national median
- -14%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,250Median: $46,670Highest 10%: $73,930
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,250 | $18.39 | |
| 25th | $40,080 | $19.27 | |
| Median | $46,670 | $22.44 | |
| 75th | $56,670 | $27.25 | |
| 90th | $73,930 | $35.54 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Dallas, TX | $50,990 |
| Houston, TX | $49,440 |
| Killeen, TX | $45,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 27. Oklahoma | $48,890 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $48,260 |
| 29. Georgia | $47,750 |
| 30. Texas | $46,670 |
| 31. New Hampshire | $46,380 |
| 32. Michigan | $44,900 |
| 33. Kansas | $44,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $22.44 ($46,670 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $46,670 against $54,430 nationally, 14% less.
Where does Texas rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Texas ranks 30 of 36 states.
Which city in Texas pays metal-refining furnace operator and tenders the most?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX, with a median of $50,990 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.