Plant and System Operators Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for plant and system operatorss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $77,280 ≈ $37/hr
National median salary $74,100
Total employment 281,600 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do plant and system operators make in the U.S.?
The median plant and system operators salary in the United States is $74,100 per year (mean $77,280), and about 80% earn between $45,100 and $116,290.
How much do plant and system operators make per hour?
Roughly $37 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $77,280 and 2,080 work hours per year.