Industrial Machinery Mechanics Salary in Southeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $60,300 -5.4% vs national
Median hourly $28.99
10th percentile $48,600
90th percentile $76,820
Employed locally 570
National median $63,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,600
    25th
    $52,890
    50th (median)
    $60,300
    75th
    $67,110
    90th
    $76,820

    Top-paying metros for Industrial Machinery Mechanics

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Lewiston, ID-WA $93,770
    Fairbanks-College, AK $93,480
    Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area $91,990
    Parkersburg-Vienna, WV $91,430
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $90,600
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $89,420

    Related occupations in Southeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$56,820
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$48,790
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$82,060
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists$59,430
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$60,830
    Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers$64,060

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Machinery Mechanics make per hour in Southeast Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Machinery Mechanics in Southeast Minnesota is $28.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.18 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Minnesota above or below average for Industrial Machinery Mechanics salaries?

    The median Industrial Machinery Mechanics salary in Southeast Minnesota is 5.4% below the national median of $63,760. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Industrial Machinery Mechanics in Southeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Industrial Machinery Mechanics (10th percentile) earn around $48,600 per year in Southeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,890.