Conveyor Operators and Tenders Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $20.39
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $17.39 |
| 25th | $18.35 |
| Median | $20.39 |
| 75th | $23.33 |
| 90th | $28.59 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do conveyor operators and tenders make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $20.39; the mean hourly wage is $21.68.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for conveyor operators and tenders?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $17.39 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for conveyor operators and tenders?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $28.59 per hour.