Best Paying Industries for Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
$45,590
National Median Salary
92
Industries Analyzed
Industry Pay Comparison PRO
| Rank | Industry | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors | $82,530 | +81.0% | 190 |
| 2 | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | $62,490 | +37.1% | 3,710 |
| 3 | Utility System Construction | $61,360 | +34.6% | — |
| 4 | Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction | $60,250 | +32.2% | — |
| 5 | Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services | $59,990 | +31.6% | 190 |
| 6 | Engineering Services | $59,990 | +31.6% | 160 |
| 7 | Building Equipment Contractors | $59,500 | +30.5% | 250 |
| 8 | Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing | $52,990 | +16.2% | 100 |
| 9 | Other Specialty Trade Contractors | $50,530 | +10.8% | 90 |
| 10 | Ship and Boat Building | $50,150 | +10.0% | 390 |
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