How to Become a Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic in Georgia

The median lathe and turning machine tool setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic salary in Georgia is $45,510 per year ($21.88/hr). This is 6% below the national median of $48,620. Salaries range from $31,760 to $58,900.

Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic positions in Georgia typically require High school diploma or equivalent. Georgia may have specific licensing or certification requirements. Check with the Georgia licensing board or department of labor for current requirements.

At the median salary of $45,510, a lathe and turning machine tool setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic in Georgia would take home approximately $3,046/month after taxes. With median 2-bedroom rent at $1,412/month, that's 46.4% of take-home pay going to housing. This exceeds the recommended 30% guideline.

The highest paying metro areas for lathe and turning machine tool setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastics in Georgia are Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell ($45,520). However, cost of living varies significantly between metros — a higher salary may not mean more purchasing power.

Yes, Georgia has a state income tax rate of approximately 4.5%. On a $45,510 salary, this means roughly $2,048/year in state income tax. Use our take-home pay calculator for a detailed breakdown.