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 $60,899, a Refinery Operator II (1-3 years)earns $71,758, a Refinery Operator III (3-5 years)earns $86,200, a Refinery Operations Supervisor (5+ years)earns $116,093, a Refinery Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $152,164,

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 $78,454, California $78,156, Massachusetts $77,115. 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: $84,482; Refinery Operator: $70,900; Petroleum Refinery Operator II: $70,890; Refinery Production Operator II: $70,880.

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Refinery Operator II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Refinery Operator II make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Refinery Operator II in Delaware is $71,758 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,372
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,777 to $77,837
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,422

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Refinery Operator II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,837	$6,486	$1,497	$37
Average	$71,758	$5,980	$1,380	$34
25th Percentile	$64,777	$5,398	$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): $60,899
Refinery Operator II (1-3 years): $71,758
Refinery Operator III (3-5 years): $86,200
Refinery Operations Supervisor (5+ years): $116,093
Refinery Operations Manager (5+ years): $152,164

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Refinery Operator I	0-1 years	$60,899
Refinery Operator II	1-3 years	$71,758
Refinery Operator III	3-5 years	$86,200
Refinery Operations Supervisor	5+ years	$116,093
Refinery Operations Manager	5+ years	$152,164

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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: $78,454.
California: $78,156.
Massachusetts: $77,115.

District of Columbia $78,454 California $78,156 Massachusetts $77,115 Washington $76,831 New Jersey $76,803 Alaska $76,704 Connecticut $75,726 New York $75,329

Hawaii $74,061 Rhode Island $73,466 Maryland $73,062 Minnesota $72,509 Colorado $72,296 Illinois $72,226 Oregon $71,956 Delaware $71,758

New Hampshire $71,633 Virginia $71,354 Pennsylvania $70,539 Nevada $70,128 North Dakota $69,994 Michigan $69,781 Wisconsin $69,703 Vermont $69,547

Texas $69,115 Maine $69,087 Arizona $69,044 Ohio $68,994 Georgia $68,343 Indiana $68,017 Wyoming $67,953 Utah $67,854

Iowa $67,811 Kansas $67,471 Louisiana $67,372 North Carolina $67,336 Missouri $67,322 Florida $67,046 Montana $66,897 Nebraska $66,755

Kentucky $66,677 South Carolina $66,394 Tennessee $66,217 Idaho $66,146 New Mexico $65,629 Oklahoma $65,515 Alabama $65,097 South Dakota $64,396

Arkansas $64,013 West Virginia $63,808 Mississippi $63,191

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: $71,435
Little Creek: $71,958
Magnolia: $71,854

Lincoln, DE $71,435 Little Creek, DE $71,958 Magnolia, DE $71,854 Milford, DE $71,616 Marydel, DE $71,734 Millsboro, DE $71,135 Millville, DE $71,245 Milton, DE $71,368

Nassau, DE $71,420 Ocean View, DE $71,233 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,370 Seaford, DE $71,410 Selbyville, DE $71,115 Smyrna, DE $72,007 Viola, DE $71,676 Woodside, DE $71,868

Bear, DE $71,703 Newark, DE $71,676 Claymont, DE $71,822 Delaware City, DE $71,747 Hockessin, DE $71,669 Kirkwood, DE $71,734 Middletown, DE $71,761 Montchanin, DE $71,686

New Castle, DE $71,696 Odessa, DE $71,797 Port Penn, DE $71,845 Rockland, DE $71,693 Saint Georges, DE $71,739 Townsend, DE $71,849 Winterthur, DE $71,701 Lewes, DE $71,396

Wilmington, DE $71,673 Dover, DE $71,958 Dover Afb, DE $71,579 Bethany Beach, DE $71,158 Bethel, DE $71,231 Bridgeville, DE $71,399 Camden Wyoming, DE $71,755 Cheswold, DE $71,934

Clayton, DE $71,936 Dagsboro, DE $71,108 Delmar, DE $70,994 Ellendale, DE $71,209 Felton, DE $71,611 Fenwick Island, DE $71,124 Frankford, DE $71,000 Frederica, DE $71,681

Georgetown, DE $71,081 Greenwood, DE $71,411 Harbeson, DE $71,157 Harrington, DE $71,520 Hartly, DE $71,742 Houston, DE $71,418 Kenton, DE $71,940 Laurel, DE $71,039

Yorklyn, DE $71,691

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.

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$64,777

Average $71,758/year

$77,837

$5,398

Average $5,980/month

$6,486

$1,246

Average $1,380/week

$1,497

$31

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,837	$6,486	$1,497	$37
Average	$71,758	$5,980	$1,380	$34
25th Percentile	$64,777	$5,398	$1,246	$31

Refinery Operator II Salary Growth & Career Path

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