How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Utica?
$77,560a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in the Utica-Rome, NY metro area. That is $37.29 an hour or $6,463 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.29
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 59
- Jobs in the area
- 190
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,360Median: $77,560Highest 10%: $78,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,360 | $20.37 | |
| 25th | $52,780 | $25.38 | |
| Median | $77,560 | $37.29 | |
| 75th | $78,270 | $37.63 | |
| 90th | $78,270 | $37.63 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| New York, NY | $60,430 |
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Salaries for every job in Utica, NYFrequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Utica?
The median hourly pay in the Utica-Rome, NY metro area is $37.29 ($77,560 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Utica than the national average?
Yes: $77,560 against $54,430 nationally, 42% more.
How does Utica compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $66,440, so Utica pays 17% more.
Where does Utica rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
2 of 59 metro areas with data.
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make starting out in Utica?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,360 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,270 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.