Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
SOC code 51-4034 · Production Occupations
National employment
16,710
Mean annual wage
$52,490
Mean hourly wage
$25.24
Median annual wage
$50,620
Median hourly wage
$24.34
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $36,670 | $17.63 |
| 25th percentile | $43,250 | $20.79 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $50,620 | $24.34 |
| 75th percentile | $60,700 | $29.18 |
| 90th percentile | $69,700 | $33.51 |
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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.