Photographic Process Workers and Processing Machine Operators Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for photographic process workers and processing machine operators in the United States was $19.52, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $14.47 |
| 25th | $16.91 |
| Median | $19.52 |
| 75th | $24.11 |
| 90th | $33.08 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do photographic process workers and processing machine operators make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $19.52; the mean hourly wage is $22.14.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for photographic process workers and processing machine operators?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $14.47 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for photographic process workers and processing machine operators?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $33.08 per hour.