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Power Plant Operators
Full power plant operators overview →U.S. mean $99,790 · median $102,040
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | #1 | $128,230 | $131,620 | $62 | +28.5% | $85,390–$168,610 |
| New Jersey | #2 | $120,430 | $131,370 | $58 | +20.7% | $83,510–$131,940 |
| Hawaii | #3 | $119,700 | $121,700 | $58 | +20% | $103,430–$134,770 |
| North Dakota | #4 | $116,410 | $122,160 | $56 | +16.7% | $104,300–$134,280 |