How much does a Lathe Operator make in Allentown, PA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lathe Operator in Allentown, PA is $62,393. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $49,696 to a high of $77,814, with most professionals earning between $55,747 and $70,465.

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Lathe Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $49,696 Allentown,PA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $55,747 Allentown,PA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $62,393 Allentown,PA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $70,465 Allentown,PA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $77,814 Allentown,PA April 01, 2025
25% $55,747 10% $49,696 90% $77,814 75% $70,465 $62,393 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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  1. This Job:

    Lathe Operator

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Tool and Die Maker II

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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About Allentown, Pennsylvania    Allentown (Pennsylvania Dutch: Allenschteddel) is a city located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is Pennsylvania's third most populo....More

Allentown, Pennsylvania  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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Skills associated with Lathe Operator: Machining

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