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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Refinery Worker?

Refinery Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Refinery Worker roles are District of Columbia $41,145, California $40,989, Massachusetts $40,443. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Refinery Worker roles make?

Salaries for Refinery Worker level roles vary by specialization: Refinery Manager: $119,725; Senior Refinery Operator: $85,180; Refinery Process Operator: $84,516; Refinery Supervisor: $71,191; Refinery Operator: $70,900.

Refinery Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Refinery Worker make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Refinery Worker in Delaware is $37,634 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,988
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,172 to $41,483
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,841

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Refinery Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,483	$3,457	$798	$20
Average	$37,634	$3,136	$724	$18
25th Percentile	$36,172	$3,014	$696	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Refinery Worker Salaries

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

How Do Refinery Worker 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 Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $41,145.
California: $40,989.
Massachusetts: $40,443.

District of Columbia $41,145 California $40,989 Massachusetts $40,443 Washington $40,294 New Jersey $40,280 Alaska $40,228 Connecticut $39,715 New York $39,507

Hawaii $38,841 Rhode Island $38,529 Maryland $38,317 Minnesota $38,028 Colorado $37,916 Illinois $37,879 Oregon $37,738 Delaware $37,634

New Hampshire $37,568 Virginia $37,422 Pennsylvania $36,994 Nevada $36,779 North Dakota $36,708 Michigan $36,597 Wisconsin $36,556 Vermont $36,474

Texas $36,248 Maine $36,233 Arizona $36,210 Ohio $36,184 Georgia $35,842 Indiana $35,672 Wyoming $35,638 Utah $35,586

Iowa $35,564 Kansas $35,385 Louisiana $35,333 North Carolina $35,315 Missouri $35,307 Florida $35,162 Montana $35,084 Nebraska $35,010

Kentucky $34,969 South Carolina $34,821 Tennessee $34,728 Idaho $34,690 New Mexico $34,419 Oklahoma $34,360 Alabama $34,140 South Dakota $33,773

Arkansas $33,572 West Virginia $33,464 Mississippi $33,141

Top Paying Cities for Refinery Workers

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: $37,464
Little Creek: $37,738
Magnolia: $37,684

Lincoln, DE $37,464 Little Creek, DE $37,738 Magnolia, DE $37,684 Milford, DE $37,559 Marydel, DE $37,621 Millsboro, DE $37,307 Millville, DE $37,365 Milton, DE $37,429

Nassau, DE $37,456 Ocean View, DE $37,358 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,430 Seaford, DE $37,451 Selbyville, DE $37,296 Smyrna, DE $37,764 Viola, DE $37,591 Woodside, DE $37,692

Bear, DE $37,605 Newark, DE $37,591 Claymont, DE $37,667 Delaware City, DE $37,628 Hockessin, DE $37,587 Kirkwood, DE $37,621 Middletown, DE $37,636 Montchanin, DE $37,596

New Castle, DE $37,601 Odessa, DE $37,654 Port Penn, DE $37,679 Rockland, DE $37,599 Saint Georges, DE $37,624 Townsend, DE $37,682 Winterthur, DE $37,604 Lewes, DE $37,444

Wilmington, DE $37,589 Dover, DE $37,738 Dover Afb, DE $37,540 Bethany Beach, DE $37,319 Bethel, DE $37,358 Bridgeville, DE $37,446 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,632 Cheswold, DE $37,726

Clayton, DE $37,727 Dagsboro, DE $37,293 Delmar, DE $37,233 Ellendale, DE $37,346 Felton, DE $37,556 Fenwick Island, DE $37,301 Frankford, DE $37,236 Frederica, DE $37,594

Georgetown, DE $37,279 Greenwood, DE $37,452 Harbeson, DE $37,319 Harrington, DE $37,509 Hartly, DE $37,625 Houston, DE $37,455 Kenton, DE $37,729 Laurel, DE $37,256

Yorklyn, DE $37,598

Refinery Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Refinery Worker'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 August 01, 2026

$36,172

Average $37,634/year

$41,483

$3,014

Average $3,136/month

$3,457

$696

Average $724/week

$798

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,483	$3,457	$798	$20
Average	$37,634	$3,136	$724	$18
25th Percentile	$36,172	$3,014	$696	$17

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Refinery Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Refinery Worker make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Refinery Worker Salaries

How Do Refinery Worker Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Refinery Workers

Refinery Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Refinery Worker

Find Your Next Refinery Worker Job

Cost of Living In Delaware

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