SOC 51-4033 · Texas · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Texas is $43,842 per year ($21.08/hr). This is 3% lower than the national median of $45,198. The middle 50% earn between $37,265 and $49,835 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $59,701.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $16.32 | $33,936 | -3.0% |
| P25 | $17.92 | $37,265 | -3.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $21.08 | $43,842 | -3.0% |
| P75 | $23.96 | $49,835 | -3.0% |
| P90 | $28.70 | $59,701 | -3.0% |
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 Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Texas is approximately $43,842, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 3% lower than the national median of $45,198.
Entry-level Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic (10th percentile) in Texas earn approximately $33,936 per year. The 25th percentile is $37,265. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $59,701.
Texas pays 3% lower than the national average. The national P50 is $45,198 vs $43,842 in Texas. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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