Machinists Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $49,810 -11.3% vs national
Median hourly $23.95
10th percentile $37,500
90th percentile $63,530
Employed locally 1,200
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,500
    25th
    $46,830
    50th (median)
    $49,810
    75th
    $60,010
    90th
    $63,530

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $44,510
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $68,950
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $54,070
    Food Batchmakers $45,580
    Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers $48,600
    Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders $40,180

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in Northeastern Wisconsin is $23.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.25 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 11.3% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $37,500 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,830.