Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
SOC code 51-4193 · Production Occupations
National employment
32,410
Mean annual wage
$45,100
Mean hourly wage
$21.69
Median annual wage
$43,960
Median hourly wage
$21.14
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $33,790 | $16.25 |
| 25th percentile | $37,260 | $17.91 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $43,960 | $21.14 |
| 75th percentile | $49,600 | $23.85 |
| 90th percentile | $60,370 | $29.02 |
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.