Conveyor Operators and Tenders Salary in Southeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,540 +3.2% vs national
Median hourly $20.45
10th percentile $36,430
90th percentile $48,010
Employed locally 40
National median $41,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,430
    25th
    $37,450
    50th (median)
    $42,540
    75th
    $42,710
    90th
    $48,010

    Top-paying metros for Conveyor Operators and Tenders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $106,830
    Wyoming $75,550
    Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $69,600
    Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $68,140
    Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area $65,740
    Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,030

    Related occupations in Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$56,010
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$44,870
    Stockers and Order Fillers$36,430
    Bus Drivers, School$47,080
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$44,080
    Light Truck Drivers$43,360

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conveyor Operators and Tenders make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in Southeast Minnesota is $20.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.12 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Conveyor Operators and Tenders salaries?

    The median Conveyor Operators and Tenders salary in Southeast Minnesota is 3.2% above the national median of $41,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Conveyor Operators and Tenders (10th percentile) earn around $36,430 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,450.