SOC 53-7063 · May 2025 · United States
Machine Feeders and Offbearers
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Machine Feeders and Offbearers across the United States is $41,220 per year, measured over 42,330 jobs. The highest state median is in Wisconsin, at $55,120.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Machine Feeders and Offbearers
Pay for this occupation varies by 70.6% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Wisconsin pays $55,120 and Maine pays $32,310.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wisconsin | $55,120 | 570 | |
| 2 | Wyoming | $51,280 | 30 | |
| 3 | Minnesota | $48,740 | 410 | |
| 4 | Colorado | $48,400 | 650 | |
| 5 | Kansas | $47,930 | 430 | |
| 6 | Missouri | $46,580 | 1,280 | |
| 7 | New Hampshire | $46,580 | 200 | |
| 8 | Washington | $45,600 | 1,040 | |
| 9 | Oregon | $45,580 | 2,390 | |
| 10 | Nebraska | $45,470 | 210 |
States with the most Machine Feeders and Offbearers jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 4,830 | $40,380 | |
| 2 | Texas | 3,100 | $37,350 | |
| 3 | Ohio | 2,930 | $45,130 | |
| 4 | Indiana | 2,800 | $37,850 | |
| 5 | Oregon | 2,390 | $45,580 | |
| 6 | Alabama | 2,160 | $38,810 | |
| 7 | North Carolina | 2,040 | $37,370 | |
| 8 | Arkansas | 1,580 | $45,250 | |
| 9 | Georgia | 1,550 | $39,360 | |
| 10 | Pennsylvania | 1,390 | $41,220 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kansas City | $77,100 | 540 |
| 2 | Columbus | $60,410 | 560 |
| 3 | Milwaukee | $59,870 | 80 |
| 4 | Allentown | $58,960 | 90 |
| 5 | Williamsport | $54,340 | 60 |
| 6 | Minneapolis | $53,650 | 230 |
| 7 | Lancaster | $52,770 | 80 |
| 8 | Reading | $51,490 | 80 |
| 9 | Utica | $51,400 | 100 |
| 10 | Springfield | $50,350 | — |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.