Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $23.20
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $17.43 |
| 25th | $19.52 |
| Median | $23.20 |
| 75th | $28.69 |
| 90th | $35.93 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do coating, painting, and spraying machine setters, operators, and tenders make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $23.20; the mean hourly wage is $25.30.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for coating, painting, and spraying machine setters, operators, and tenders?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $17.43 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for coating, painting, and spraying machine setters, operators, and tenders?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $35.93 per hour.