How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in North Carolina?
$80,060a year
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in North Carolina. That is $38.49 an hour or $6,672 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.49
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,250Median: $80,060Highest 10%: $98,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,250 | $28.97 | |
| 25th | $65,780 | $31.63 | |
| Median | $80,060 | $38.49 | |
| 75th | $95,200 | $45.77 | |
| 90th | $98,940 | $47.57 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| 23. West Virginia | $83,910 |
| 24. Pennsylvania | $83,870 |
| 25. Missouri | $80,960 |
| 26. North Carolina | $80,060 |
| 27. Kentucky | $78,670 |
| 28. Maryland | $78,580 |
| 29. Mississippi | $75,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $38.49 ($80,060 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $80,060 against $96,710 nationally, 17% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
North Carolina ranks 26 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.