Power Plant Operators
SOC code 51-8013 · Production Occupations
National employment
29,320
Mean annual wage
$99,790
Mean hourly wage
$47.97
Median annual wage
$102,040
Median hourly wage
$49.06
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $61,790 | $29.71 |
| 25th percentile | $79,690 | $38.31 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $102,040 | $49.06 |
| 75th percentile | $119,080 | $57.25 |
| 90th percentile | $131,940 | $63.44 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.