How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in Mississippi?
$75,180a year
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in Mississippi. That is $36.14 an hour or $6,265 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.14
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,190Median: $75,180Highest 10%: $98,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,190 | $31.82 | |
| 25th | $75,180 | $36.14 | |
| Median | $75,180 | $36.14 | |
| 75th | $82,410 | $39.62 | |
| 90th | $98,100 | $47.16 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $96,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| 26. North Carolina | $80,060 |
| 27. Kentucky | $78,670 |
| 28. Maryland | $78,580 |
| 29. Mississippi | $75,180 |
| 30. New Mexico | $74,340 |
| 31. Alabama | $73,510 |
| 32. Wisconsin | $71,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $36.14 ($75,180 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $75,180 against $96,710 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
Mississippi ranks 29 of 42 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays petroleum pump system operators the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $96,730 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.