How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make in Virginia?
$57,000a year
Median yearly pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders in Virginia. That is $27.40 an hour or $4,750 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.40
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,840Median: $57,000Highest 10%: $74,650
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,840 | $17.71 | |
| 25th | $43,950 | $21.13 | |
| Median | $57,000 | $27.40 | |
| 75th | $69,230 | $33.28 | |
| 90th | $74,650 | $35.89 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for metal-refining furnace operator and tenders.
| 12. Indiana | $58,300 |
| 13. Tennessee | $57,490 |
| 14. Iowa | $57,030 |
| 15. Virginia | $57,000 |
| 16. Nevada | $56,790 |
| 17. West Virginia | $56,290 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $55,910 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a metal-refining furnace operator and tender make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $27.40 ($57,000 a year).
Do metal-refining furnace operator and tenders make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $57,000 against $54,430 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Virginia rank for metal-refining furnace operator and tender pay?
Virginia ranks 15 of 36 states.
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.