Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
SOC code 51-9012 · Production Occupations
National employment
60,100
Mean annual wage
$56,030
Mean hourly wage
$26.94
Median annual wage
$51,610
Median hourly wage
$24.81
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $36,200 | $17.40 |
| 25th percentile | $44,410 | $21.35 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $51,610 | $24.81 |
| 75th percentile | $63,930 | $30.74 |
| 90th percentile | $79,750 | $38.34 |
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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.