Machinists Salary (2025)
Based on 287,050 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $39,200 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $47,570 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $58,750 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $67,700 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $80,010 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$39K
25th
$48K
Median
$59K
75th
$68K
90th
$80K
Highest Paying States for Machinists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Hawaii | $81,610 |
| Alaska | $81,160 |
| District of Columbia | $73,260 |
| Washington | $71,510 |
| Massachusetts | $69,390 |
| New Jersey | $66,720 |
| Oregon | $65,590 |
| Delaware | $65,400 |
| Wyoming | $64,880 |
| Connecticut | $64,030 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Machinists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Hawaii at an average of $81,610 per year, while Connecticut has an average of $64,030 — a difference of $17,580. 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 Machinists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 287,050 workers were employed as Machinistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $59,320 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-4041