Gas Plant Operators pay in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the median pay for gas plant operators is $37.65 an hour ($78,310 a year). About 970 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($87,820). Oklahoma ranks 38th of 43 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for gas plant operators in Oklahoma
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.73 | $59,750 |
| 25% of workers | $30.86 | $64,190 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.65 | $78,310 |
| 75% of workers | $41.50 | $86,310 |
| 90% of workers | $46.91 | $97,560 |
Gas Plant Operators pay in Oklahoma metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $78,550 | 270 |
| Oklahoma City | $78,310 | 230 |
Oklahoma unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for gas plant operators
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -6% over ten years, declining · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators | $45,890 |
| Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers | $95,140 |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other | $49,420 |
| Wellhead Pumpers | $61,380 |
| Power Plant Operators | $88,590 |
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