Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders
SOC code 51-6042 · Production Occupations
National employment
3,280
Mean annual wage
$36,280
Mean hourly wage
$17.44
Median annual wage
$35,650
Median hourly wage
$17.14
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $26,560 | $12.77 |
| 25th percentile | $29,090 | $13.99 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $35,650 | $17.14 |
| 75th percentile | $43,090 | $20.72 |
| 90th percentile | $47,700 | $22.94 |
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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.