How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make in Massachusetts?
$60,870a year
Median yearly pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters in Massachusetts. That is $29.26 an hour or $5,073 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.26
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 690
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,260Median: $60,870Highest 10%: $80,440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,260 | $20.80 | |
| 25th | $48,520 | $23.33 | |
| Median | $60,870 | $29.26 | |
| 75th | $68,930 | $33.14 | |
| 90th | $80,440 | $38.67 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $61,890 |
| Springfield, MA | $59,030 |
| Worcester, MA | $52,440 |
| Providence, RI | $47,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters.
| 1. Colorado | $71,670 |
| 2. Maine | $64,800 |
| 3. Minnesota | $61,000 |
| 4. Massachusetts | $60,870 |
| 5. California | $60,180 |
| 6. Alabama | $58,490 |
| 7. Nevada | $58,240 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $29.26 ($60,870 a year).
Do lathe and turning machine tool setters make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $60,870 against $50,620 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for lathe and turning machine tool setter pay?
Massachusetts ranks 4 of 36 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays lathe and turning machine tool setters the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $61,890 a year.
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.