Machinists Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,350 +9.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.49
10th percentile $42,420
90th percentile $77,220
Employed locally 170
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,420
    25th
    $46,540
    50th (median)
    $61,350
    75th
    $65,170
    90th
    $77,220

    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 Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $59,960
    Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers $44,030
    Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders $40,350
    Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers $51,630
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $47,330
    Food Batchmakers $37,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in Eastern Washington is $29.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.75 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in Eastern Washington is 9.3% 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $42,420 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,540.