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Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Full paper goods machine setters, operators, and tenders overview →U.S. mean $52,840 · median $50,270
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | #1 | $61,080 | $58,230 | $29 | +15.6% | $44,480–$79,730 |
| Idaho | #2 | $60,810 | $57,950 | $29 | +15.1% | $50,930–$89,760 |
| Maine | #3 | $60,780 | $61,780 | $29 | +15% | $47,310–$83,340 |
| Washington | #4 | $58,970 | $59,410 | $28 | +11.6% | $44,640–$74,410 |