Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,380 -3% vs national
Median hourly $26.63
10th percentile $44,690
90th percentile $60,910
Employed locally 50
National median $57,090

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,690
    25th
    $52,150
    50th (median)
    $55,380
    75th
    $60,310
    90th
    $60,910

    Top-paying metros for Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Baton Rouge, LA $98,790
    Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX $98,410
    Wyoming $85,480
    Montgomery, AL $84,360
    Mobile, AL $82,090
    Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX $81,540

    Related occupations in Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $72,800
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $45,090
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $51,610
    Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders $47,160
    Bakers $35,500
    Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators $59,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders in Southwest Maine is $26.63, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.47 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders salaries?

    The median Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders salary in Southwest Maine is 3% below the national median of $57,090. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders in Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders (10th percentile) earn around $44,690 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,150.