How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make in Pennsylvania?
$57,020a year
Median yearly pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters in Pennsylvania. That is $27.41 an hour or $4,752 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.41
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 36
- Jobs in the state
- 580
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,570Median: $57,020Highest 10%: $66,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,570 | $20.95 | |
| 25th | $47,180 | $22.68 | |
| Median | $57,020 | $27.41 | |
| 75th | $66,500 | $31.97 | |
| 90th | $66,500 | $31.97 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Pittsburgh, PA | $66,500 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $49,940 |
| Erie, PA | $43,140 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters.
| 5. California | $60,180 |
| 6. Alabama | $58,490 |
| 7. Nevada | $58,240 |
| 8. Pennsylvania | $57,020 |
| 9. Arizona | $55,840 |
| 10. Illinois | $54,930 |
| 11. Maryland | $54,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $27.41 ($57,020 a year).
Do lathe and turning machine tool setters make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
Yes: $57,020 against $50,620 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for lathe and turning machine tool setter pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 8 of 36 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays lathe and turning machine tool setters the most?
Pittsburgh, PA, with a median of $66,500 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.