Machinists Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,060 -10.8% vs national
Median hourly $24.07
10th percentile $36,810
90th percentile $73,920
Employed locally 290
National median $56,150

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,810
    25th
    $44,900
    50th (median)
    $50,060
    75th
    $61,850
    90th
    $73,920

    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 Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $72,800
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $45,090
    Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $51,610
    Shoe Machine Operators and Tenders $47,160
    Bakers $35,500
    Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators $59,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Machinists make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Machinists in Southwest Maine is $24.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.42 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Machinists salaries?

    The median Machinists salary in Southwest Maine is 10.8% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Machinists (10th percentile) earn around $36,810 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,900.