Sewing Machine Operators pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for sewing machine operators is $20.85 an hour ($43,360 a year). About 1,600 people work in this job there.
That is 18% higher than the U.S. median ($36,670). Washington ranks 5th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for sewing machine operators in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.88 | $37,180 |
| 25% of workers | $18.81 | $39,130 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.85 | $43,360 |
| 75% of workers | $22.34 | $46,470 |
| 90% of workers | $24.12 | $50,180 |
Sewing Machine Operators pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $47,220 | 50 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $44,350 | 1,060 |
| Bellingham | $39,650 | 50 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $38,420 | 190 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for sewing machine operators
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -15.1% over ten years, declining · about 9,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $59,410 |
| Machine Feeders and Offbearers | $45,600 |
| Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders | $50,430 |
| Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers | $39,590 |
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