How much does a sewing machine operator make in Seattle?
$44,350a year
Median yearly pay for sewing machine operators in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $21.32 an hour or $3,696 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.32
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among cities
- 15 of 236
- Jobs in the area
- 1,060
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,530Median: $44,350Highest 10%: $50,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,530 | $18.52 | |
| 25th | $40,480 | $19.46 | |
| Median | $44,350 | $21.32 | |
| 75th | $46,470 | $22.34 | |
| 90th | $50,300 | $24.18 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for sewing machine operators.
| Bremerton, WA | $47,220 |
| Portland, OR | $41,980 |
| Bellingham, WA | $39,650 |
| Spokane, WA | $38,420 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Power Distributor and Dispatcher | $160,600 |
| Power Plant Operator | $125,000 |
| Layout Worker | $123,100 |
| Tool and Die Maker | $116,900 |
| Stationary Engineer and Boiler Operator | $112,300 |
| Aircraft Structure | $110,500 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $109,600 |
| Milling and Planing Machine Setter | $105,400 |
| Engine and Other Machine Assembler | $102,500 |
| Tool Grinder | $102,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sewing machine operator make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $21.32 ($44,350 a year).
Do sewing machine operators make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $44,350 against $36,670 nationally, 21% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $43,360, so Seattle pays 2% more.
Where does Seattle rank for sewing machine operator pay?
15 of 236 metro areas with data.
How much does a sewing machine operator make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,530 or less a year; the top 10% make $50,300 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.