How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in Salt Lake City?
$109,400a year
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro area. That is $52.59 an hour or $9,116 a month.
- Hourly
- $52.59
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 49
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $73,090Median: $109,400Highest 10%: $109,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $73,090 | $35.14 | |
| 25th | $86,310 | $41.50 | |
| Median | $109,400 | $52.59 | |
| 75th | $109,400 | $52.59 | |
| 90th | $109,400 | $52.59 |
Other cities in Utah
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| Ogden, UT | $106,000 |
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How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in Salt Lake City?
The median hourly pay in the Salt Lake City-Murray, UT metro area is $52.59 ($109,400 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in Salt Lake City than the national average?
Yes: $109,400 against $96,710 nationally, 13% more.
How does Salt Lake City compare with the rest of Utah?
The median in Utah is $106,000, so Salt Lake City pays 3% more.
Where does Salt Lake City rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
3 of 49 metro areas with data.
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make starting out in Salt Lake City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $73,090 or less a year; the top 10% make $109,400 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.