SOC 53-7071 · May 2025 · United States
Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators across the United States is $77,320 per year, measured over 3,510 jobs. The highest state median is in Kansas, at $107,730.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators
Pay for this occupation varies by 148.0% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Kansas pays $107,730 and Alabama pays $43,440.
States with the most Gas Compressor and Gas Pumping Station Operators jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas | 1,350 | $82,120 | |
| 2 | Pennsylvania | 300 | $60,170 | |
| 3 | West Virginia | 200 | $65,050 | |
| 4 | Oklahoma | 140 | $82,150 | |
| 5 | Ohio | 120 | $85,930 | |
| 6 | Washington | 120 | $57,500 | |
| 7 | Montana | 100 | $83,750 | |
| 8 | Alabama | 60 | $43,440 | |
| 9 | Alaska | 60 | $106,440 | |
| 10 | Louisiana | 60 | $79,970 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houston | $90,730 | — |
| 2 | Dallas | $79,720 | 100 |
| 3 | Charleston | $73,080 | 30 |
| 4 | Pittsburgh | $61,190 | 60 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.