Printing Press Operators Salary (2025)
Based on 144,260 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $33,330 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $37,390 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $45,780 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $55,740 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $63,520 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$33K
25th
$37K
Median
$46K
75th
$56K
90th
$64K
Highest Paying States for Printing Press Operators
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $104,930 |
| New Jersey | $55,600 |
| Massachusetts | $55,430 |
| Washington | $53,310 |
| Minnesota | $52,390 |
| New York | $50,990 |
| Rhode Island | $50,680 |
| New Hampshire | $50,280 |
| Wisconsin | $50,220 |
| Oregon | $50,200 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Printing Press Operators salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $104,930 per year, while Oregon has an average of $50,200 — a difference of $54,730. 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 Printing Press Operators
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 144,260 workers were employed as Printing Press Operatorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Production Occupations. The annual mean wage of $47,360 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 51-5112