Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders Salary in Kentucky
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Kentucky
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in Kentucky earn a median salary of $76,160 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, +62% vs the national median of $47,010. An estimated 130 furnace, kiln, oven, drier, and kettle operators and tenders are employed across Kentucky, with salaries ranging from $73,050 to $79,270 depending on location.
$76,160
Avg median salary in Kentucky
$79,270
Highest paying metro
$73,050
Lowest paying metro
130
Employed in Kentucky
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Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders salaries by city in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $79,270 | $75,220 | $79,280 | 90 |
| Central Kentucky | $73,050 | $57,360 | $75,990 | 40 |