How much does a plant and system operator make in Arizona?
$69,260a year
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators in Arizona. That is $33.30 an hour or $5,772 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.30
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,160Median: $69,260Highest 10%: $88,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,160 | $23.63 | |
| 25th | $59,590 | $28.65 | |
| Median | $69,260 | $33.30 | |
| 75th | $78,480 | $37.73 | |
| 90th | $88,400 | $42.50 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Phoenix, AZ | $68,850 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plant and system operators.
| 15. Indiana | $70,490 |
| 16. New Jersey | $69,970 |
| 17. Kentucky | $69,430 |
| 18. Arizona | $69,260 |
| 19. Connecticut | $68,950 |
| 20. Utah | $67,910 |
| 21. Wyoming | $66,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plant and system operator make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $33.30 ($69,260 a year).
Do plant and system operators make more in Arizona than the national average?
Yes: $69,260 against $62,470 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Arizona rank for plant and system operator pay?
Arizona ranks 18 of 44 states.
Which city in Arizona pays plant and system operators the most?
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ, with a median of $68,850 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.