How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make in Worcester?
$52,440a year
Median yearly pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters in the Worcester, MA metro area. That is $25.21 an hour or $4,370 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.21
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 22 of 61
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,290Median: $52,440Highest 10%: $62,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,290 | $18.89 | |
| 25th | $47,840 | $23.00 | |
| Median | $52,440 | $25.21 | |
| 75th | $60,540 | $29.11 | |
| 90th | $62,940 | $30.26 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for lathe and turning machine tool setters.
| Boston, MA | $61,890 |
| Springfield, MA | $59,030 |
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Salaries for every job in Worcester, MAFrequently asked questions
How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make an hour in Worcester?
The median hourly pay in the Worcester, MA metro area is $25.21 ($52,440 a year).
Do lathe and turning machine tool setters make more in Worcester than the national average?
Yes: $52,440 against $50,620 nationally, 4% more.
How does Worcester compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $60,870, so Worcester pays 14% less.
Where does Worcester rank for lathe and turning machine tool setter pay?
22 of 61 metro areas with data.
How much does a lathe and turning machine tool setter make starting out in Worcester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,290 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,940 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.