Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
SOC code 51-4022 · Production Occupations
National employment
8,930
Mean annual wage
$51,680
Mean hourly wage
$24.85
Median annual wage
$49,030
Median hourly wage
$23.57
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $36,800 | $17.69 |
| 25th percentile | $42,440 | $20.40 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $49,030 | $23.57 |
| 75th percentile | $60,130 | $28.91 |
| 90th percentile | $68,720 | $33.04 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.