Printing Press Operators Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,430 +0.6% vs national
Median hourly $21.84
10th percentile $35,210
90th percentile $54,440
Employed locally 40
National median $45,160

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,210
    25th
    $37,890
    50th (median)
    $45,430
    75th
    $49,720
    90th
    $54,440

    Top-paying metros for Printing Press Operators

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $115,770
    Harrisonburg, VA $62,100
    Rochester, MN $58,820
    Napa, CA $57,010
    Modesto, CA $55,730
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $55,280

    Related occupations in Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $59,960
    Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers $44,030
    Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders $40,350
    Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers $51,630
    Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $47,330
    Food Batchmakers $37,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Printing Press Operators make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Printing Press Operators in Eastern Washington is $21.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.00 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Printing Press Operators salaries?

    The median Printing Press Operators salary in Eastern Washington is 0.6% above the national median of $45,160. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Printing Press Operators in Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Printing Press Operators (10th percentile) earn around $35,210 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,890.