How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make in Bridgeport?
Median yearly pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area. That is $32.20 an hour or $5,582 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.20
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 61
- Jobs in the area
- 80
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,760 | $20.56 | |
| 25th | $47,420 | $22.80 | |
| Median | $66,980 | $32.20 | |
| 75th | $78,940 | $37.95 | |
| 90th | $94,430 | $45.40 |
Other cities in Connecticut
Median yearly pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters.
| Hartford, CT | $59,740 |
| Waterbury, CT | $36,770 |
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Salaries for every job in Bridgeport, CTFrequently asked questions
How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make an hour in Bridgeport?
The median hourly pay in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area is $32.20 ($66,980 a year).
Do lathe and turning machine tool setters make more in Bridgeport than the national average?
Yes: $66,980 against $50,620 nationally, 32% more.
How does Bridgeport compare with the rest of Connecticut?
The median in Connecticut is $49,380, so Bridgeport pays 36% more.
Where does Bridgeport rank for lathe and turning machine tool setter pay?
2 of 61 metro areas with data.
How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make starting out in Bridgeport?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,760 or less a year; the top 10% make $94,430 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.