Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salary in San Jose, California

Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salary in San Jose, CA

How much does a Hand Compositor/Typesetters make in San Jose, CA? The average Hand Compositor/Typesetters salary in San Jose, CA is $52,641 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $43,366 and $63,704. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salary	$34,921	San Jose,CA	March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salary	$43,366	San Jose,CA	March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salary	$52,641	San Jose,CA	March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salary	$63,704	San Jose,CA	March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salary	$73,775	San Jose,CA	March 26, 2024

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Job Description for Hand Compositor/Typesetters

Hand Compositor/Typesetters sets type by hand and machine. Assembles type and cuts in galley for printing articles, headings, and other printed matter. Being a Hand Compositor/Typesetters determines type size, style, and compositional pattern from work order. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Additionally, Hand Compositor/Typesetters may have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty with 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Hand Compositor/Typesetters Pay Difference by Location

Hand Compositor/Typesetters salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Hand Compositor/Typesetters, the highest Hand Compositor/Typesetters salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Hand Compositor/Typesetters salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Hand Compositor/Typesetters salary is in Miami, FL, where the Hand Compositor/Typesetters salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State	Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA	Compared to national average + 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC	Compared to national average + 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL	Compared to national average -3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL	Compared to national average + 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA	Compared to national average + 12.1%
City, State New York, NY	Compared to national average + 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX	Compared to national average -1.3%

About San Jose, California

San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 180.0 sq mi (466 km2), of which 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km2) (1.91%) is water, making it the fourth-largest California city by land area (after Los Angeles, San Diego and California City). San Jose lies between the San Andreas Fault, the source of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, and the Calaveras Fault. San Jose is shaken by moderate earthquakes on average one or two times a year. These quakes originate just east of the city on...

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