Chemical Plant and System Operators Salary in California
In California, chemical plant and system operators earn a median of $88,280 per year.
Median (California)
$88,280
Bottom 10%
$73,070
Top 10%
$108,420
Employed in California
590
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, chemical plant and system operators earn a median of $88,280 — 20% above the national median of $73,540. Locally the range runs $73,070 to $108,420. About 590 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #8 of 36 states for chemical plant and system operators pay — roughly the 80th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (North Dakota, $112,970) by 28%. State employment of about 590 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$73,540
US bottom 10%
$48,000
US top 10%
$107,790
Skills that move pay in this role
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- Science
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