BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders in West Virginia earn between $36,620 and $59,610, with a mean of $47,760. The national average for this role is $50,939.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| West Virginia | $47,760 |
| National Average | $50,939 |
| Wyoming | $71,130 |
| Kentucky | $70,450 |
| Maryland | $63,660 |
| Kansas | $60,340 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. West Virginia. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.