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Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders Salary in California
Ranked #33 of 43 · CA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenderss in California earn between $36,430 and $64,460. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders salary in California is $47,960, about 5.9% below the U.S. average ($50,940). That works out to roughly $23/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $52,830 | $52,220 | 70 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $49,580 | $53,320 | 40 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $47,600 | $50,410 | 50 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA | $40,300 | $44,630 | 50 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $38,900 | $44,940 | 380 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders make in California?
The median furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders salary in California is $45,300 per year (mean $47,960), and about 80% earn between $36,430 and $64,460.
How much do furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders make per hour in California?
Roughly $23 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $47,960 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is California a high-paying state for furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders?
California ranks #33 of 43 states for furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders pay. Its mean salary of $47,960 is about 5.9% below the U.S. average of $50,940.
Which metro areas in California pay furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in California for furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders are San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA ($52,830), San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA ($49,580), Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA ($47,600), by median annual wage.
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