Prepress Technicians and Workers Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for prepress technicians and workers in the United States was $23.41, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $17.22 |
| 25th | $19.68 |
| Median | $23.41 |
| 75th | $28.16 |
| 90th | $31.77 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do prepress technicians and workers make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $23.41; the mean hourly wage is $24.43.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for prepress technicians and workers?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $17.22 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for prepress technicians and workers?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $31.77 per hour.