Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders Salary in Virginia
Also called: Furnace, Kiln, and Kettle Operators
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Virginia earn a median of $49,650 a year, +3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $49,650
- vs. U.S. median
- +3% ($48,040)
- Rank among states
- 18 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range in Virginia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,790; the top 10% earn over $72,890. Nationally the range is $35,960 to $69,800.
States ranked near Virginia
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Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders pay in Virginia
How much do furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders make in Virginia?
The median is $49,650 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $34,790 and the top 10% earn over $72,890. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Virginia a good state for furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders?
On pay alone it ranks 18 of 43 (+3% vs. the national median of $48,040). Living costs are not included.