Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers Salary in California
In California, petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers earn a median of $107,270 per year.
Median (California)
$107,270
Bottom 10%
$61,430
Top 10%
$124,040
Employed in California
3,640
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers earn a median of $107,270 — 10% above the national median of $97,540. Locally the range runs $61,430 to $124,040. About 3,640 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #1 of 42 states for petroleum pump system operators, refinery operators, and gaugers pay — roughly the 100th percentile among states. That is the highest median of any state with released data. State employment of about 3,640 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$97,540
US bottom 10%
$59,790
US top 10%
$112,920
Skills that move pay in this role
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- Writing
- Critical Thinking
- Active Learning
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