SOC 51-4031 · New York-Newark, NY-NJ · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in New York-Newark is $61,551 per year ($29.59/hr). This is 35% higher than the national median of $45,594. The middle 50% earn between $51,836 and $70,397 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $84,577.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $22.72 | $47,259 | +35.0% |
| P25 | $24.92 | $51,836 | +35.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $29.59 | $61,551 | +35.0% |
| P75 | $33.84 | $70,397 | +35.0% |
| P90 | $40.66 | $84,577 | +35.0% |
Manufacturing openings fell 71K, the first decline in three months. Quit rates continue to fall. The market is clearly easing with less urgency to stretch offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in New York-Newark is approximately $61,551, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 35% higher than the national median of $45,594.
Entry-level Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (10th percentile) in New York-Newark earn approximately $47,259 per year. The 25th percentile is $51,836. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $84,577.
New York-Newark pays 35% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $45,594 vs $61,551 in New York-Newark. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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