How much does a petroleum pump system operator make in Washington?
$103,600a year
Median yearly pay for petroleum pump system operators in Washington. That is $49.82 an hour or $8,635 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.82
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $76,950Median: $103,600Highest 10%: $115,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $76,950 | $37.00 | |
| 25th | $88,410 | $42.50 | |
| Median | $103,600 | $49.82 | |
| 75th | $105,600 | $50.79 | |
| 90th | $115,000 | $55.28 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bellingham, WA | $105,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for petroleum pump system operators.
| 3. Utah | $106,000 |
| 4. Ohio | $105,200 |
| 5. New Jersey | $104,500 |
| 6. Washington | $103,600 |
| 7. California | $103,300 |
| 8. Illinois | $102,900 |
| 9. Minnesota | $101,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a petroleum pump system operator make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $49.82 ($103,600 a year).
Do petroleum pump system operators make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $103,600 against $96,710 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Washington rank for petroleum pump system operator pay?
Washington ranks 6 of 42 states.
Which city in Washington pays petroleum pump system operators the most?
Bellingham, WA, with a median of $105,600 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.