Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand Salary (2025)
Based on 10,510 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $33,480 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $37,450 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $42,660 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $49,980 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $60,810 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$33K
25th
$37K
Median
$43K
75th
$50K
90th
$61K
Highest Paying States for Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Vermont | $57,510 |
| New York | $55,460 |
| Connecticut | $52,260 |
| Minnesota | $51,600 |
| Missouri | $51,350 |
| Virginia | $51,130 |
| Rhode Island | $50,550 |
| New Hampshire | $49,820 |
| Maryland | $49,620 |
| Kansas | $49,290 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Vermont at an average of $57,510 per year, while Kansas has an average of $49,290 — a difference of $8,220. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 10,510 workers were employed as Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hands in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $45,020 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-9022