Industry Benchmark Matrix · 2026
Official BLS OEWS Survey Data
Industrial Manufacturing Salary Directory
Data updated · Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025 · Methodology
Comprehensive 2026 economic wage and compensation benchmarks for Industrial Manufacturing careers.
Industry Median Wage
$57,280
Annual Statutory Base
Top-Paying Role
Industrial Machinery Mechanic
$64,520 / year
Typical Work Year
2,080 hrs
40 hrs / week standard
Specialties Benchmarked
3 Occupations
BLS Standard SOC Codes
Industry Sectors
Comparative Wage Percentiles & Hourly Breakdown
Official BLS OEWS distribution across entry (10th), junior (25th), median (50th), and senior/master (90th) tiers.
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| Occupation & Code | Entry (10th %) | National Median (50th %) | Top Tier (90th %) | Median Hourly | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Industrial Machinery Mechanic
SOC 49-9041 · Industrial Manufacturing
|
$46,120 | $64,520 | $95,170 | $31.02/hr | Profile |
|
CNC Machinist
SOC 51-4041 · Industrial Manufacturing
|
$39,200 | $58,750 | $80,010 | $28.25/hr | Profile |
|
Quality Control Inspector
SOC 51-9061 · Industrial Manufacturing
|
$35,510 | $48,570 | $77,860 | $23.35/hr | Profile |
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Industrial Manufacturing Salary Directory Overview
2026 BLS OEWS wage benchmarks for Industrial Manufacturing careers: national median pay, 10th to 90th percentile distributions & the top paying metropolitan. Official 2026 economic data for Industrial Manufacturing compiled from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS surveys, HUD Fair Market Rents, and statutory tax codes.