Textile Bleaching and Dyeing Machine Operators and Tenders Hourly Pay
Median hourly wage: $18.36
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $14.57 |
| 25th | $17.16 |
| Median | $18.36 |
| 75th | $21.77 |
| 90th | $23.12 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do textile bleaching and dyeing machine operators and tenders make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $18.36; the mean hourly wage is $19.41.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for textile bleaching and dyeing machine operators and tenders?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $14.57 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for textile bleaching and dyeing machine operators and tenders?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $23.12 per hour.