How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in Virginia?
$58,970a year
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in Virginia. That is $28.35 an hour or $4,914 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.35
- Vs. national median
- -39%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,300Median: $58,970Highest 10%: $103,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,300 | $19.38 | |
| 25th | $46,980 | $22.59 | |
| Median | $58,970 | $28.35 | |
| 75th | $78,900 | $37.93 | |
| 90th | $103,400 | $49.71 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| 36. Florida | $63,480 |
| 37. Nevada | $62,420 |
| 38. Arizona | $60,070 |
| 39. Virginia | $58,970 |
| 40. South Carolina | $58,160 |
| 41. Georgia | $57,180 |
| 42. Connecticut | $56,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $28.35 ($58,970 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $58,970 against $96,710 nationally, 39% less.
Where does Virginia rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
Virginia ranks 39 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.