Machinists Salary in North Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,670 -20.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.48
10th percentile $39,350
90th percentile $59,600
Employed locally 490
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,350
    25th
    $43,020
    50th (median)
    $44,670
    75th
    $50,000
    90th
    $59,600

    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 North Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators$41,970
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers$62,340
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers$45,440
    Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders$45,770
    Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers$47,700
    Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers$38,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in North Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in North Missouri is $21.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.42 or more per hour.

    Is North Missouri above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in North Missouri is 20.4% below 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 North Missouri?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $39,350 per year in North Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,020.