Average salary, compensation, and wages for Machinists in the United States


Median hourly earnings of machinists were $15.66 in 2002. The middle 50 percent earned between $12.15 and $19.45. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $9.57, while the top 10 percent earned more than $23.17. Median hourly earnings in the manufacturing industries employing the largest number of machinists in 2002 were:


Metalworking machinery manufacturing $16.75
Other general purpose machinery manufacturing 15.91
Machine shops; turned product; and screw, nut, and bolt manufacturing 15.45
Motor vehicle parts manufacturing 15.18
Employment services 9.41







More information on Machinists from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
Overview of Machinists occupation
Number of Machinists in the U.S.
Salary and earnings for Machinists
Working conditions for Machinists
Significant points for Machinists
Training requirements for Machinists




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