Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators
Operate and maintain stationary engines, boilers, and other mechanical equipment.
SOC Code: 51-8021 | Category: Mechanical & Maintenance
National Median Salary
$75,190
$36.15/hr
Total Employment
30,780
10-Year Growth
+8.2%
Top-Paying State
Illinois ($112,230)
+8.2% projected growth
Much faster than average (national avg: +4%, +4.2pp)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$47,310 (entry)$75,190 (median)$121,200 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+23.8%
$14,650 total
Best States for Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators
See full rankings →State Rankings
| Rank | State | Median |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | IllinoisIL | $112,230 |
| 2 | WyomingWY | $110,380 |
| 3 | HawaiiHI | $100,200 |
| 4 | New YorkNY | $91,790 |
| 5 | ConnecticutCT | $90,420 |
| 6 | WashingtonWA | $89,170 |
| 7 | District of ColumbiaDC | $89,160 |
| 8 | AlaskaAK | $87,010 |
| 9 | MarylandMD | $82,960 |
| 10 | CaliforniaCA | $78,490 |
About Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators
Operate and maintain stationary engines, boilers, and other mechanical equipment.
Stationary Engineers & Boiler Operators Salary by State
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