Machinists Salary in Northeast Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,740 -16.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.47
10th percentile $38,520
90th percentile $64,940
Employed locally 450
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,520
    25th
    $38,520
    50th (median)
    $46,740
    75th
    $56,890
    90th
    $64,940

    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 Northeast Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Slaughterers and Meat Packers$46,900
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators$48,220
    Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers$49,010
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers$68,220
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers$48,720
    Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders$38,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in Northeast Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in Northeast Nebraska is $22.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.72 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Nebraska above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in Northeast Nebraska is 16.8% 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 Northeast Nebraska?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $38,520 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,520.