Millwrights Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,920 -3.5% vs national
Median hourly $30.25
10th percentile $38,820
90th percentile $74,130
Employed locally 70
National median $65,170

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,820
    25th
    $38,820
    50th (median)
    $62,920
    75th
    $66,230
    90th
    $74,130

    Top-paying metros for Millwrights

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area $145,930
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $110,830
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $104,830
    Modesto, CA $98,270
    Albuquerque, NM $90,750
    Madison, WI $90,520

    Related occupations in East Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $42,880
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $46,750
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics $60,200
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $69,320
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $46,400
    Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $50,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Millwrights make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Millwrights in East Tennessee is $30.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.63 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Millwrights salaries?

    The median Millwrights salary in East Tennessee is 3.5% below the national median of $65,170. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Millwrights in East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Millwrights (10th percentile) earn around $38,820 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,820.