Printing Press Operators Salary in Santa Maria, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA

Median annual salary $44,730 -1% vs national
Median hourly $21.51
10th percentile $36,550
90th percentile $60,940
Employed locally 100
National median $45,160

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,550
    25th
    $38,120
    50th (median)
    $44,730
    75th
    $55,320
    90th
    $60,940

    Santa Maria economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $95,977 2023 • Census ACS
    Printing Press Operators salary vs area income 47% Median Printing Press Operators salary is 53% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Printing Press Operators make per hour in Santa Maria?

    The median hourly wage for Printing Press Operators in Santa Maria, CA is $21.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.39 or more per hour.

    Is Santa Maria above or below average for Printing Press Operators salaries?

    The median Printing Press Operators salary in Santa Maria, CA is 1% below 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 Santa Maria?

    Entry-level Printing Press Operators (10th percentile) earn around $36,550 per year in Santa Maria, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,120.