Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders
SOC code 51-9011 · Production Occupations
National employment
139,630
Mean annual wage
$60,710
Mean hourly wage
$29.19
Median annual wage
$58,040
Median hourly wage
$27.90
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $37,440 | $18.00 |
| 25th percentile | $45,970 | $22.10 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $58,040 | $27.90 |
| 75th percentile | $74,080 | $35.62 |
| 90th percentile | $92,250 | $44.35 |
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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.