Sewers, Hand Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $17.54

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$13.31
25th$16.03
Median$17.54
75th$19.58
90th$22.87

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do sewers, hand make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $17.54; the mean hourly wage is $17.89.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for sewers, hand?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $13.31 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for sewers, hand?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $22.87 per hour.