Industrial Machinery Mechanics Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,680 +9.3% vs national
Median hourly $33.50
10th percentile $46,370
90th percentile $100,550
Employed locally 640
National median $63,760

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,370
    25th
    $58,430
    50th (median)
    $69,680
    75th
    $83,250
    90th
    $100,550

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $48,970
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $38,200
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $72,400
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $60,290
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $57,160
    Automotive Body and Related Repairers $45,660

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Industrial Machinery Mechanics make per hour in Southern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Industrial Machinery Mechanics in Southern Ohio is $33.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.02 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Ohio above or below average for Industrial Machinery Mechanics salaries?

    The median Industrial Machinery Mechanics salary in Southern Ohio is 9.3% above 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Industrial Machinery Mechanics (10th percentile) earn around $46,370 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,430.