Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders Salary in Colorado
Also called: Furnace, Kiln, and Kettle Operators
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Colorado earn a median of $55,770 a year, +16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $55,770
- vs. U.S. median
- +16% ($48,040)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,950; the top 10% earn over $64,840. Nationally the range is $35,960 to $69,800.
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Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders pay in Colorado
How much do furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders make in Colorado?
The median is $55,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,950 and the top 10% earn over $64,840. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 43 (+16% vs. the national median of $48,040). Living costs are not included.