CT · BLS OEWS 2024 · SOC 51-8031

Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators Salary in Connecticut

Median Annual Salary $74,450 +28% above national average (national: $58,260)
$74,560Mean Annual
$36Median Hourly
750Employed in State

Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile

$74,450
$53,510
10th pct.
$96,880
90th pct.

Full Percentile Breakdown

PercentileAnnual WageHourly Wage
10th percentile (entry-level)$53,510$25.73
25th percentile$61,710$29.67
50th percentile (median)$74,450$35.79
75th percentile$87,790$42.21
90th percentile (top earners)$96,880$46.58
Mean (average)$74,560$35.85

How Connecticut Compares

StateMedian Annualvs. Connecticut
Connecticut (current) $74,450
California $82,100 +10%
Nevada $79,140 +6%
Washington $78,810 +6%
Alaska $76,910 +3%
New Jersey $75,200 +1%
Minnesota $70,470 -5%
Colorado $68,220 -8%
New Hampshire $66,240 -11%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators salary in Connecticut?

The mean water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators salary in Connecticut is $74,560 per year. The median (middle) salary is $74,450 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.

What is the starting salary for a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators in Connecticut?

Entry-level water and wastewater treatment plant and system operatorss (10th percentile) in Connecticut typically earn around $53,510 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $61,710 per year.

What is the highest Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators salary in Connecticut?

Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in Connecticut make approximately $96,880 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $87,790 per year.

How does the Connecticut Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators salary compare to the national average?

The median water and wastewater treatment plant and system operators salary in Connecticut is $74,450, which is +28% above national average of $58,260.

Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release. All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes