Machinists Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $48,480 -13.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.31
10th percentile $38,340
90th percentile $71,830
Employed locally 570
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,340
    25th
    $45,860
    50th (median)
    $48,480
    75th
    $61,060
    90th
    $71,830

    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 South Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators$44,040
    Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers$47,790
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers$67,460
    Slaughterers and Meat Packers$45,400
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers$49,530
    Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders$39,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in South Nebraska is $23.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.02 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in South Nebraska is 13.7% 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 South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $38,340 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,860.