Machinists Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,700 -11.5% vs national
Median hourly $23.89
10th percentile $35,270
90th percentile $69,120
Employed locally 180
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,270
    25th
    $40,280
    50th (median)
    $49,700
    75th
    $60,050
    90th
    $69,120

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $42,840
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $62,680
    Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers $47,150
    Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders $35,760
    Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders $61,370
    Slaughterers and Meat Packers $36,040

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $23.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.05 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 11.5% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $35,270 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,280.