Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $28.11
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $21.89 |
| 25th | $23.50 |
| Median | $28.11 |
| 75th | $36.07 |
| 90th | $36.19 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do postal service mail sorters, processors, and processing machine operators make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $28.11; the mean hourly wage is $28.57.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for postal service mail sorters, processors, and processing machine operators?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $21.89 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for postal service mail sorters, processors, and processing machine operators?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $36.19 per hour.