New York Median
$62,980
per year
Hourly Rate
$30.28
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-19% vs US median
US median $78,120
State Rank
#25 of 35
120 employed here
How much do Chemical Plant and System Operators make in New York?
Chemical Plant and System Operators in New York take home a median of $62,980 annually — roughly $30.28 an hour — which runs 19% below the national median of $78,120.
Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $55,070 while the top 10% make $90,690 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $55,070 and $84,390 a year.
Chemical Plant and System Operators salary range in New York
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $55,070 | $26.48 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $55,070 | $26.48 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $62,980 | $30.28 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $84,390 | $40.57 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $90,690 | $43.60 |
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How New York compares
New York ranks 25th out of 35 states and territories for Chemical Plant and System Operators pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Chemical Plant and System Operators salary in other states
Florida $128,830Wyoming $107,810Texas $102,750Louisiana $100,060Kentucky $97,550Maryland $95,150Alabama $91,610Arkansas $91,610California $87,550Oregon $87,110New Jersey $86,820Massachusetts $83,710Idaho $82,980West Virginia $81,710New Mexico $72,610Michigan $72,430Mississippi $71,080Pennsylvania $70,110South Carolina $68,510Ohio $67,580Minnesota $66,500Illinois $65,710Utah $63,460Virginia $63,000North Carolina $62,920Colorado $62,870Wisconsin $62,720Iowa $60,440Washington $60,120South Dakota $59,970Missouri $55,470Georgia $49,230Indiana $49,110Tennessee $45,830
Working as Chemical Plant and System Operators in New York
Nationally, about 17,000 people work as Chemical Plant and System Operators in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($62,980) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Chemical Plant and System Operators make in New York?
The median Chemical Plant and System Operators salary in New York is $62,980 per year, or about $30.28 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $55,070 at the entry level to $90,690 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Chemical Plant and System Operators about 19% less than the national median of $78,120. New York ranks 25th out of 35 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Chemical Plant and System Operators?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $62,980 a year. About 120 Chemical Plant and System Operators are employed in New York. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.