How much does a Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic make in Connecticut?
Last updated: 2024 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Set up, operate, or tend drilling machines to drill, bore, ream, mill, or countersink metal or plastic work pieces.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Connecticut range from $37,720 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $73,840 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $45,770 and $65,300.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $37,720 | $18.13 | $3,143 |
| 25th Percentile | $45,770 | $22.00 | $3,814 |
| Median (50th) | $52,650 | $25.31 | $4,387 |
| 75th Percentile | $65,300 | $31.39 | $5,441 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $73,840 | $35.50 | $6,153 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $56,720 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2024 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS