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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in New Mexico
Ranked #30 of 42 · NM
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugerss in New Mexico earn between $48,380 and $104,790. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers salary in New Mexico is $79,270, about 12.5% below the U.S. average ($90,630). That works out to roughly $38/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $80,240 | $79,510 | 280 |
| Farmington, NM | $70,080 | $80,980 | 80 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers make in New Mexico?
The median petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers salary in New Mexico is $74,340 per year (mean $79,270), and about 80% earn between $48,380 and $104,790.
How much do petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers make per hour in New Mexico?
Roughly $38 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $79,270 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is New Mexico a high-paying state for petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers?
New Mexico ranks #30 of 42 states for petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers pay. Its mean salary of $79,270 is about 12.5% below the U.S. average of $90,630.
Which metro areas in New Mexico pay petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in New Mexico for petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers are Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area ($80,240), Farmington, NM ($70,080), by median annual wage.
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