Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in Washington
Also called: Petroleum Refinery Operators and Gaugers
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers in Washington earn a median of $103,620 a year, +7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $103,620
- vs. U.S. median
- +7% ($96,710)
- Rank among states
- 6 of 42
- Jobs in the state
- 930
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,950; the top 10% earn over $114,980. Nationally the range is $57,110 to $115,880.
States ranked near Washington
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Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers pay in Washington
How much do petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers make in Washington?
The median is $103,620 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,950 and the top 10% earn over $114,980. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers?
On pay alone it ranks 6 of 42 (+7% vs. the national median of $96,710). Living costs are not included.