Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers
SOC code 51-9061 · Production Occupations
National employment
597,370
Mean annual wage
$53,450
Mean hourly wage
$25.70
Median annual wage
$48,570
Median hourly wage
$23.35
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $35,510 | $17.07 |
| 25th percentile | $39,890 | $19.18 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $48,570 | $23.35 |
| 75th percentile | $61,440 | $29.54 |
| 90th percentile | $77,860 | $37.44 |
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.