Industrial Machinery Mechanics Salary (2025)
Based on 439,640 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $46,120 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $55,010 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $64,520 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $78,780 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $95,170 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$46K
25th
$55K
Median
$65K
75th
$79K
90th
$95K
Highest Paying States for Industrial Machinery Mechanics
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $83,870 |
| Hawaii | $82,700 |
| Wyoming | $81,310 |
| Alaska | $80,250 |
| Washington | $79,580 |
| Oregon | $76,810 |
| Illinois | $76,250 |
| California | $76,060 |
| Nevada | $75,900 |
| Colorado | $75,240 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Industrial Machinery Mechanics salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $83,870 per year, while Colorado has an average of $75,240 — a difference of $8,630. 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 Industrial Machinery Mechanics
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 439,640 workers were employed as Industrial Machinery Mechanicss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations. The annual mean wage of $68,460 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 49-9041