As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Lathe Operator in Acton, CA is $68,734, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,322 weekly, or $5,728 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Lathe Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Lathe Operator in Acton, CA vary widely, spanning from $54,549 to $78,416. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,309) and 75th percentile ($73,802), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,416 per year. This $12,493 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Injection Molding, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Acton Lathe Operator often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Lathe Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $54,549 Acton, CA February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $61,309 Acton, CA February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $68,734 Acton, CA February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $73,802 Acton, CA February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $78,416 Acton, CA February 01, 2026
25% $61,309 10% $54,549 90% $78,416 75% $73,802 $68,734 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Acton, California    Acton is an unincorporated census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, near the Antelope Valley. According to the 2010 census, Acton h....More

Acton, California  area prices were up 3.2% from a year ago

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