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

A Refinery Process Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $87,488 for beginners, reaching about $89,133 at mid-level, and approach $94,835 for experts.

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

Refinery Process Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Refinery Process Operator roles are District of Columbia $93,491, California $93,136, Massachusetts $91,895. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Refinery Process Operator roles make?

Salaries for Refinery Process Operator level roles vary by specialization: Senior Refinery Operator: $85,080; Refinery Process Operator III: $85,073; Refinery Operator III: $85,058; Refinery Operator: $70,900; Petroleum Refinery Operator II: $70,890.

Refinery Process Operator Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Refinery Process Operator make in Hawaii?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Refinery Process Operator in Hawaii is $88,255 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,597
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,358 to $96,809
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,168

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Refinery Process Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,809	$8,067	$1,862	$47
Average	$88,255	$7,355	$1,697	$42
25th Percentile	$80,358	$6,697	$1,545	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Refinery Process Operator Salaries

A Refinery Process Operator'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 Process Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Refinery Process Operator'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $87,488
Early Career (1-2 years): $87,707
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,133
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $93,425
Expert (over 8 years): $94,835

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Refinery Process Operator	$87,488
Intermediate Level Refinery Process Operator	$87,707
Senior Level Refinery Process Operator	$89,133
Specialist Level Refinery Process Operator	$93,425
Expert Level Refinery Process Operator	$94,835

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How Do Refinery Process Operator 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 Process Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $93,491.
California: $93,136.
Massachusetts: $91,895.

District of Columbia $93,491 California $93,136 Massachusetts $91,895 Washington $91,557 New Jersey $91,523 Alaska $91,405 Connecticut $90,240 New York $89,767

Hawaii $88,255 Rhode Island $87,546 Maryland $87,065 Minnesota $86,406 Colorado $86,153 Illinois $86,068 Oregon $85,747 Delaware $85,511

New Hampshire $85,362 Virginia $85,030 Pennsylvania $84,059 Nevada $83,569 North Dakota $83,409 Michigan $83,155 Wisconsin $83,062 Vermont $82,877

Texas $82,362 Maine $82,328 Arizona $82,277 Ohio $82,218 Georgia $81,441 Indiana $81,053 Wyoming $80,977 Utah $80,858

Iowa $80,808 Kansas $80,403 Louisiana $80,284 North Carolina $80,242 Missouri $80,225 Florida $79,896 Montana $79,719 Nebraska $79,550

Kentucky $79,457 South Carolina $79,119 Tennessee $78,908 Idaho $78,824 New Mexico $78,207 Oklahoma $78,072 Alabama $77,574 South Dakota $76,738

Arkansas $76,282 West Virginia $76,037 Mississippi $75,302

Top Paying Cities for Refinery Process Operators

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:

Aiea: $87,808
Anahola: $87,217
Captain Cook: $87,217

Aiea, HI $87,808 Anahola, HI $87,217 Captain Cook, HI $87,217 Eleele, HI $87,217 Ewa Beach, HI $87,808 Kapolei, HI $87,614 Haiku, HI $87,217 Hakalau, HI $87,217

Haleiwa, HI $87,217 Hana, HI $87,217 Hanalei, HI $87,217 Hanamaulu, HI $87,217 Hanapepe, HI $87,217 Hauula, HI $87,411 Hawaii National Park, HI $87,217 Hawi, HI $87,217

Hilo, HI $87,217 Princeville, HI $87,217 Holualoa, HI $87,217 Honaunau, HI $87,217 Honokaa, HI $87,217 Honomu, HI $87,217 Hoolehua, HI $87,217 Kaaawa, HI $87,571

Kahuku, HI $87,217 Kahului, HI $87,217 Kailua, HI $87,808 Ocean View, HI $87,217 Waikoloa, HI $87,217 Keauhou, HI $87,217 Kailua Kona, HI $87,217 Kalaheo, HI $87,217

Kalaupapa, HI $87,217 Kamuela, HI $87,217 Kaneohe, HI $87,808 Kapaa, HI $87,217 Kaumakani, HI $87,217 Kaunakakai, HI $87,217 Keaau, HI $87,217 Kealakekua, HI $87,217

Kealia, HI $87,217 Kekaha, HI $87,217 Kihei, HI $87,217 Kilauea, HI $87,217 Kapaau, HI $87,217 Koloa, HI $87,217 Kualapuu, HI $87,217 Kunia, HI $87,529

Kurtistown, HI $87,217 Lahaina, HI $87,217 Laie, HI $87,293 Lanai City, HI $87,217 Laupahoehoe, HI $87,217 Lawai, HI $87,217 Lihue, HI $87,217 Makawao, HI $87,217

Makaweli, HI $87,217 Maunaloa, HI $87,217 Mountain View, HI $87,217 Naalehu, HI $87,217 Ninole, HI $87,217 Ookala, HI $87,217 Paauilo, HI $87,217 Pahala, HI $87,217

Pahoa, HI $87,217 Paia, HI $87,217 Papaaloa, HI $87,217 Papaikou, HI $87,217 Pearl City, HI $87,808 Pepeekeo, HI $87,217 Puunene, HI $87,217 Volcano, HI $87,217

Wahiawa, HI $87,529 Pukalani, HI $87,217 Mililani, HI $87,647 Kula, HI $87,217 Waialua, HI $87,217 Waianae, HI $87,293 Wailuku, HI $87,217 Waimanalo, HI $87,808

Waimea, HI $87,217 Waipahu, HI $87,766 Honolulu, HI $87,808 J B P H H, HI $87,808 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $87,571 Schofield Barracks, HI $87,495 Fort Shafter, HI $87,808 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $87,808

Camp H M Smith, HI $87,808 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $87,766 Wake Island, HI $87,808

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

Understanding how a Refinery Process Operator'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 January 01, 2026

$80,358

Average $88,255/year

$96,809

$6,697

Average $7,355/month

$8,067

$1,545

Average $1,697/week

$1,862

$39

Average $42/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,809	$8,067	$1,862	$47
Average	$88,255	$7,355	$1,697	$42
25th Percentile	$80,358	$6,697	$1,545	$39

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