How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in Alabama?
$73,510a year
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in Alabama. That is $35.34 an hour or $6,126 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.34
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,950Median: $73,510Highest 10%: $93,240
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,950 | $21.13 | |
| 25th | $48,180 | $23.16 | |
| Median | $73,510 | $35.34 | |
| 75th | $87,870 | $42.25 | |
| 90th | $93,240 | $44.83 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| 28. Maryland | $78,580 |
| 29. Mississippi | $75,180 |
| 30. New Mexico | $74,340 |
| 31. Alabama | $73,510 |
| 32. Wisconsin | $71,450 |
| 33. New Hampshire | $70,050 |
| 34. Indiana | $67,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $35.34 ($73,510 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $73,510 against $96,710 nationally, 24% less.
Where does Alabama rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
Alabama ranks 31 of 42 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.