BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders in Illinois earn between $44,130 and $63,180, with a mean of $52,660. The national average for this role is $55,559.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Illinois | $52,660 |
| National Average | $55,559 |
| New Jersey | $68,820 |
| Washington | $68,470 |
| New York | $67,430 |
| Oregon | $66,610 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Illinois. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.