Machine Feeders and Offbearers Salary in South Central Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,400 -3.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.46
10th percentile $30,610
90th percentile $48,590
Employed locally 50
National median $39,700

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,610
    25th
    $33,070
    50th (median)
    $38,400
    75th
    $48,590
    90th
    $48,590

    Top-paying metros for Machine Feeders and Offbearers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kansas City, MO-KS $71,910
    Columbus, OH $59,320
    Visalia, CA $55,680
    North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area $54,710
    Lancaster, PA $53,930
    Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV $53,670

    Related occupations in South Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$37,290
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$50,860
    Stockers and Order Fillers$34,850
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$44,690
    Packers and Packagers, Hand$43,370
    Light Truck Drivers$37,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machine Feeders and Offbearers make per hour in South Central Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Machine Feeders and Offbearers in South Central Tennessee is $18.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.30 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Tennessee above or below average for Machine Feeders and Offbearers salaries?

    The median Machine Feeders and Offbearers salary in South Central Tennessee is 3.3% below the national median of $39,700. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Machine Feeders and Offbearers in South Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Machine Feeders and Offbearers (10th percentile) earn around $30,610 per year in South Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,070.