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Engine and Other Machine Assemblers Salary in U.S. (2024)

In U.S., engine and other machine assemblers earn $52,540 at the median — $25.26 an hour. The range runs from $38K at the entry level to $74K for experienced workers.

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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024

$53K
Median annual
$25.26/hr
Hourly rate
$38K
Entry level (10th %)
$74K
Senior level (90th %)

So what does $53K get you in U.S.?

Estimated monthly take-home$3,688/mo
Median 2BR rent-$1,412/mo
Rent as % of take-home38.3% (above 30% guideline)
Cost-of-living adjusted salary$52,540/yr
Monthly remaining after rent$2,276/mo
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Compensation breakdown

Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.

Bar chart showing Engine and Other Machine Assemblers salary percentiles in U.S.: 10th percentile $37,950, 25th percentile $42,790, median $52,540, 75th percentile $70,050, 90th percentile $74,300. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.10th$38K25th$43KMedian$53K75th$70K90th$74K
Bar chart showing Engine and Other Machine Assemblers salary percentiles in U.S.: 10th percentile $37,950, 25th percentile $42,790, median $52,540, 75th percentile $70,050, 90th percentile $74,300. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Entry-level engine and other machine assemblers (10th percentile) start around $38K. Mid-career wages sit at $53K.Top earners bring in $74K or more - a $36K spread from bottom to top.

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Engine and Other Machine Assemblers pay across states

Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure

StateMedian salaryvs. nationalEmployment
North Carolina$76K+44%1,670
Indiana$74K+40%5,730
New Hampshire$68K+29%160
Connecticut$67K+28%130
Ohio$67K+27%3,710
New Jersey$63K+20%300
Massachusetts$62K+19%200
Oregon$61K+17%170
Washington$60K+15%390
Wisconsin$56K+7%2,640
Arkansas$53K+0%80
California$52K-0%1,670
Minnesota$52K-2%100
Florida$51K-2%770
Idaho$51K-3%100

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Frequently asked questions

How much do engine and other machine assemblers make in U.S.?

The median is $52,540 a year - that works out to about $25.26 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $37,950, and experienced engine and other machine assemblers can clear $74,300. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.

Is $53K enough to live in U.S.?

On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,688/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 38.3% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.

How far does a engine and other machine assemblers salary go in U.S.?

U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median engine and other machine assemblers salary is worth about $52,540 in national-average purchasing power.

Where do engine and other machine assemblers get paid the most?

The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.

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