Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in North Dakota

Ranked #15 of 42 · ND

1.2% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $91,690 ≈ $44/hr
Median annual salary $93,130
Employment 950

Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)

P10 $66,580P25 $80,410 Median $93,130P75 $102,680P90 $118,280

About 80% of petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugerss in North Dakota earn between $66,580 and $118,280. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.

Compared to the U.S.

North Dakota
$91,690
U.S. average
$90,630

The mean petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers salary in North Dakota is $91,690, about 1.2% above the U.S. average ($90,630). That works out to roughly $44/hr at 2,080 hours per year.

Metro Areas in North Dakota

Metro areaMedianMeanEmployment
West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area $91,470 $90,730 740

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers make in North Dakota?

The median petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers salary in North Dakota is $93,130 per year (mean $91,690), and about 80% earn between $66,580 and $118,280.

How much do petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers make per hour in North Dakota?

Roughly $44 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $91,690 and 2,080 work hours per year.

Is North Dakota a high-paying state for petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers?

North Dakota ranks #15 of 42 states for petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers pay. Its mean salary of $91,690 is about 1.2% above the U.S. average of $90,630.

Which metro areas in North Dakota pay petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers the most?

The highest-paying metro areas in North Dakota for petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers are West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area ($91,470), by median annual wage.

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