How much does a pump operator make in Alabama?
$66,890a year
Median yearly pay for pump operators in Alabama. That is $32.16 an hour or $5,574 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.16
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,030Median: $66,890Highest 10%: $88,020
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,030 | $19.73 | |
| 25th | $50,570 | $24.31 | |
| Median | $66,890 | $32.16 | |
| 75th | $73,260 | $35.22 | |
| 90th | $88,020 | $42.32 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pump operators.
| 5. Connecticut | $71,890 |
| 6. Montana | $71,770 |
| 7. Michigan | $69,540 |
| 8. Alabama | $66,890 |
| 9. Virginia | $66,500 |
| 10. New Jersey | $64,990 |
| 11. Ohio | $64,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pump operator make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $32.16 ($66,890 a year).
Do pump operators make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $66,890 against $61,770 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Alabama rank for pump operator pay?
Alabama ranks 8 of 37 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.