Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators Salary in Oregon
The median pay for a gas compressor and gas pumping station operators in Oregon is $58,720/year ($28.23/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $49K at the entry level to $62K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Oregon. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
So what does $59K get you in Oregon?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Oregon
Entry-level gas compressor and gas pumping station operators (10th percentile) start around $49K. Mid-career wages sit at $59K. Top earners bring in $62K or more, a $13K spread from bottom to top.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do gas compressor and gas pumping station operators make in Oregon?
The median is $58,720 a year, that works out to about $28 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $48,850, and experienced gas compressor and gas pumping station operators can clear $61,770. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $59K enough to live in Oregon?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,717/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,555/month, which eats 41.8% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a gas compressor and gas pumping station operators salary go in Oregon?
Oregon has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median gas compressor and gas pumping station operators salary is worth about $57,321 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do gas compressor and gas pumping station operators get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.