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How much does a sewing machine operator make in Burlington?

$42,480a year

Median yearly pay for sewing machine operators in the Burlington-South Burlington, VT metro area. That is $20.42 an hour or $3,540 a month.

Hourly
$20.42
Vs. national median
+16%
Rank among cities
24 of 236
Jobs in the area
80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,210Median: $42,480Highest 10%: $56,770
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$32,210$15.49
25th$39,450$18.97
Median$42,480$20.42
75th$46,680$22.44
90th$56,770$27.29

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Same field, median yearly pay.

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Cabinetmaker and Bench Carpenter$64,130
Welder$63,460
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator$58,640
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Inspector$52,820
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a sewing machine operator make an hour in Burlington?

The median hourly pay in the Burlington-South Burlington, VT metro area is $20.42 ($42,480 a year).

Do sewing machine operators make more in Burlington than the national average?

Yes: $42,480 against $36,670 nationally, 16% more.

How does Burlington compare with the rest of Vermont?

The median in Vermont is $40,850, so Burlington pays 4% more.

Where does Burlington rank for sewing machine operator pay?

24 of 236 metro areas with data.

How much does a sewing machine operator make starting out in Burlington?

The lowest-paid 10% make $32,210 or less a year; the top 10% make $56,770 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.