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How much does a grinding and polishing worker make in Waterbury?

$47,690a year

Median yearly pay for grinding and polishing workers in the Waterbury-Shelton, CT metro area. That is $22.93 an hour or $3,974 a month.

Hourly
$22.93
Vs. national median
+12%
Rank among cities
15 of 52
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,690Median: $47,690Highest 10%: $57,700
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$39,690$19.08
25th$47,680$22.92
Median$47,690$22.93
75th$57,690$27.74
90th$57,700$27.74

Other cities in Connecticut

Median yearly pay for grinding and polishing workers.

Hartford, CT$48,670
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Structural Metal Fabricator and Fitter$61,910
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Machinist$58,540
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator$58,290
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a grinding and polishing worker make an hour in Waterbury?

The median hourly pay in the Waterbury-Shelton, CT metro area is $22.93 ($47,690 a year).

Do grinding and polishing workers make more in Waterbury than the national average?

Yes: $47,690 against $42,660 nationally, 12% more.

How does Waterbury compare with the rest of Connecticut?

The median in Connecticut is $48,670, so Waterbury pays 2% less.

Where does Waterbury rank for grinding and polishing worker pay?

15 of 52 metro areas with data.

How much does a grinding and polishing worker make starting out in Waterbury?

The lowest-paid 10% make $39,690 or less a year; the top 10% make $57,700 or more.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.