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Chemical Plant and System Operators
National salary overview and state-by-state comparison for 2024.
United States National Average
Average Annual
$76,240
Median Annual
$73,520
Total Workforce
17,800
Highest Paying States
| Rank | State | Avg Salary | Job Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | North Dakota | $103,780 | 410 |
| #2 | Wyoming | $100,150 | 320 |
| #3 | San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $99,340 | 250 |
| #4 | Kentucky | $97,230 | 70 |
| #5 | Baton Rouge, LA | $94,760 | 1,640 |
| #6 | Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX | $94,480 | 1,820 |
| #7 | New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $91,110 | 770 |
| #8 | Texas | $89,970 | 2,980 |
| #9 | Louisiana | $89,050 | 3,360 |
| #10 | California | $88,770 | 590 |
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