Chemical Plant and System Operators Salary in Pennsylvania
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Pennsylvania
Chemical Plant and System Operators in Pennsylvania earn a median salary of $78,855 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, +7.2% vs the national median of $73,540. An estimated 440 chemical plant and system operators are employed across Pennsylvania, with salaries ranging from $78,310 to $79,400 depending on location.
$78,855
Avg median salary in Pennsylvania
$79,400
Highest paying metro
$78,310
Lowest paying metro
440
Employed in Pennsylvania
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inChemical Plant and System Operators salaries by city in Pennsylvania
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $79,400 | $74,500 | $101,880 | 290 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $78,310 | $65,270 | $78,320 | 150 |