Machinists Salary in Northwest Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $48,680 -13.3% vs national
Median hourly $23.40
10th percentile $32,990
90th percentile $62,540
Employed locally 50
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,990
    25th
    $39,310
    50th (median)
    $48,680
    75th
    $48,680
    90th
    $62,540

    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 Northwest Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $47,550
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $58,780
    Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators $49,910
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $37,910
    Butchers and Meat Cutters $35,990
    Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers $31,180

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in Northwest Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in Northwest Nebraska is $23.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.07 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Nebraska above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in Northwest Nebraska is 13.3% 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 Northwest Nebraska?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $32,990 per year in Northwest Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,310.