How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in Philadelphia?
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area. That is $50.76 an hour or $8,798 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.76
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among cities
- 11 of 49
- Jobs in the area
- 590
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $86,960 | $41.81 | |
| 25th | $105,300 | $50.63 | |
| Median | $105,600 | $50.76 | |
| 75th | $110,000 | $52.88 | |
| 90th | $125,100 | $60.15 |
Other cities in Pennsylvania
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| Pittsburgh, PA | $72,190 |
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Salaries for every job in Philadelphia, PAFrequently asked questions
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in Philadelphia?
The median hourly pay in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area is $50.76 ($105,600 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in Philadelphia than the national average?
Yes: $105,600 against $96,710 nationally, 9% more.
How does Philadelphia compare with the rest of Pennsylvania?
The median in Pennsylvania is $83,870, so Philadelphia pays 26% more.
Where does Philadelphia rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
11 of 49 metro areas with data.
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make starting out in Philadelphia?
The lowest-paid 10% make $86,960 or less a year; the top 10% make $125,100 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.