Pumping Station Operators Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for pumping station 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 $68,840 ≈ $33/hr
National median salary $65,190
Total employment 31,270 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 pumping station operators make in the U.S.?
The median pumping station operators salary in the United States is $65,190 per year (mean $68,840), and about 80% earn between $42,530 and $97,450.
How much do pumping station operators make per hour?
Roughly $33 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $68,840 and 2,080 work hours per year.