SOC 51-8021 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators is $75,192 per year ($36.15/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $60,112 and $96,429 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $121,202 per year. There are approximately 30,780 stationary engineers and boiler operators employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $22.75 | $47,320 |
| P25 | $28.90 | $60,112 |
| P50MEDIAN | $36.15 | $75,192 |
| P75 | $46.36 | $96,429 |
| P90 | $58.27 | $121,202 |
Manufacturing openings fell 71K, the first decline in three months. Quit rates continue to fall. The market is clearly easing with less urgency to stretch offers.
The national median salary for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators is $75,192 per year ($36.15/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $60,112 and $96,429 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators is $121,202 per year ($58.27/hr). The 75th percentile is $96,429 per year.
Entry-level Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators (10th percentile) earn approximately $47,320 per year ($22.75/hr). The 25th percentile is $60,112 per year.
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