Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for paper goods machine setters, operators, and tenders in the United States was $24.17, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $17.93 |
| 25th | $21.60 |
| Median | $24.17 |
| 75th | $28.93 |
| 90th | $33.81 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do paper goods machine setters, operators, and tenders make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $24.17; the mean hourly wage is $25.40.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for paper goods machine setters, operators, and tenders?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $17.93 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for paper goods machine setters, operators, and tenders?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $33.81 per hour.