What are the main factors that influence a Refinery Operator II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Refinery Operator 's salary?

A Refinery Operator 's salary grows with experience: a Refinery Operator I (0-1 years)earns $60,909, a Refinery Operator II (1-3 years)earns $71,771, a Refinery Operator III (3-5 years)earns $86,232, a Refinery Operations Supervisor (5+ years)earns $116,099, a Refinery Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $152,203,

What are the highest paying states for a Refinery Operator II?

Refinery Operator II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Refinery Operator II roles are District of Columbia $78,468, California $78,171, Massachusetts $77,129. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Refinery Operator roles make?

Salaries for Refinery Operator level roles vary by specialization: Senior Refinery Operator: $85,180; Refinery Process Operator: $84,503; Refinery Operator: $70,900; Refinery Plant Operator II: $70,893; Petroleum Refinery Operator II: $70,890.

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Refinery Operator II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Refinery Operator II make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Refinery Operator II in Delaware is $71,771 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a Refinery Operator II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,410
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,766 to $77,863
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,389

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Refinery Operator II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,863	$6,489	$1,497	$37
Average	$71,771	$5,981	$1,380	$35
25th Percentile	$64,766	$5,397	$1,246	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Refinery Operator II Salaries

A Refinery Operator II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Refinery Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Refinery Operator II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Refinery Operator I (0-1 years): $60,909
Refinery Operator II (1-3 years): $71,771
Refinery Operator III (3-5 years): $86,232
Refinery Operations Supervisor (5+ years): $116,099
Refinery Operations Manager (5+ years): $152,203

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Refinery Operator I	0-1 years	$60,909
Refinery Operator II	1-3 years	$71,771
Refinery Operator III	3-5 years	$86,232
Refinery Operations Supervisor	5+ years	$116,099
Refinery Operations Manager	5+ years	$152,203

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How Do Refinery Operator II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Refinery Operator IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,468.
California: $78,171.
Massachusetts: $77,129.

District of Columbia $78,468 California $78,171 Massachusetts $77,129 Washington $76,845 New Jersey $76,817 Alaska $76,718 Connecticut $75,740 New York $75,343

Hawaii $74,074 Rhode Island $73,479 Maryland $73,075 Minnesota $72,522 Colorado $72,310 Illinois $72,239 Oregon $71,970 Delaware $71,771

New Hampshire $71,646 Virginia $71,367 Pennsylvania $70,552 Nevada $70,141 North Dakota $70,006 Michigan $69,794 Wisconsin $69,716 Vermont $69,560

Texas $69,128 Maine $69,099 Arizona $69,057 Ohio $69,007 Georgia $68,355 Indiana $68,029 Wyoming $67,965 Utah $67,866

Iowa $67,824 Kansas $67,483 Louisiana $67,384 North Carolina $67,349 Missouri $67,335 Florida $67,058 Montana $66,909 Nebraska $66,768

Kentucky $66,690 South Carolina $66,406 Tennessee $66,229 Idaho $66,158 New Mexico $65,641 Oklahoma $65,527 Alabama $65,109 South Dakota $64,408

Arkansas $64,025 West Virginia $63,819 Mississippi $63,203

Top Paying Cities for Refinery Operator IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $71,448
Little Creek: $71,971
Magnolia: $71,867

Lincoln, DE $71,448 Little Creek, DE $71,971 Magnolia, DE $71,867 Milford, DE $71,629 Marydel, DE $71,747 Millsboro, DE $71,148 Millville, DE $71,258 Milton, DE $71,381

Nassau, DE $71,433 Ocean View, DE $71,246 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,383 Seaford, DE $71,423 Selbyville, DE $71,128 Smyrna, DE $72,021 Viola, DE $71,689 Woodside, DE $71,882

Bear, DE $71,716 Newark, DE $71,689 Claymont, DE $71,836 Delaware City, DE $71,760 Hockessin, DE $71,682 Kirkwood, DE $71,747 Middletown, DE $71,775 Montchanin, DE $71,699

New Castle, DE $71,709 Odessa, DE $71,810 Port Penn, DE $71,858 Rockland, DE $71,706 Saint Georges, DE $71,752 Townsend, DE $71,862 Winterthur, DE $71,714 Lewes, DE $71,409

Wilmington, DE $71,686 Dover, DE $71,971 Dover Afb, DE $71,592 Bethany Beach, DE $71,171 Bethel, DE $71,244 Bridgeville, DE $71,412 Camden Wyoming, DE $71,768 Cheswold, DE $71,948

Clayton, DE $71,950 Dagsboro, DE $71,121 Delmar, DE $71,007 Ellendale, DE $71,223 Felton, DE $71,624 Fenwick Island, DE $71,137 Frankford, DE $71,013 Frederica, DE $71,695

Georgetown, DE $71,094 Greenwood, DE $71,424 Harbeson, DE $71,170 Harrington, DE $71,533 Hartly, DE $71,755 Houston, DE $71,431 Kenton, DE $71,953 Laurel, DE $71,052

Yorklyn, DE $71,704

Refinery Operator II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Refinery Operator II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $83,522. While startup companies pay approximate $70,698.

Refinery Operator II Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$70,698
Growth Stage	51~500	$74,750
Established	501~5000	$80,681
Enterprise	5000+	$83,522

Refinery Operator II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Refinery Operator II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$64,766

Average $71,771/year

$77,863

$5,397

Average $5,981/month

$6,489

$1,246

Average $1,380/week

$1,497

$31

Average $35/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,863	$6,489	$1,497	$37
Average	$71,771	$5,981	$1,380	$35
25th Percentile	$64,766	$5,397	$1,246	$31

Refinery Operator II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Refinery Operator II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Refinery Operator III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $86,232 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

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