Machinists Salary in East-Central Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,440 +11.2% vs national
Median hourly $30.02
10th percentile $36,070
90th percentile $66,300
Employed locally 50
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,070
    25th
    $50,070
    50th (median)
    $62,440
    75th
    $65,390
    90th
    $66,300

    Top-paying metros for Machinists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $101,810
    Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area $85,530
    Bloomington, IL $81,240
    Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL $80,150
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $78,580
    Barnstable Town, MA $77,650

    Related occupations in East-Central Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators $58,390
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $56,770
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $67,820
    Butchers and Meat Cutters $37,230
    Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers $34,690
    Bakers $31,700

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in East-Central Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in East-Central Montana is $30.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.33 or more per hour.

    Is East-Central Montana above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in East-Central Montana is 11.2% above the national median of $56,150. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Machinists in East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $36,070 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,070.