How much does a Lathe Operator make in Cedar Rapids, IA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lathe Operator in Cedar Rapids, IA is $59,710. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $47,558 to a high of $74,467, with most professionals earning between $53,349 and $67,434.

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Lathe Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $47,558 Cedar Rapids,IA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $53,349 Cedar Rapids,IA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $59,710 Cedar Rapids,IA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $67,434 Cedar Rapids,IA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Lathe Operator Salary $74,467 Cedar Rapids,IA April 01, 2025
25% $53,349 10% $47,558 90% $74,467 75% $67,434 $59,710 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    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 Cedar Rapids, Iowa    The city is divided into four quadrants, used in addressing. 1st Avenue (U.S. Route 151 Business) divides the north and south sides of the city, and t....More

Cedar Rapids, Iowa  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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Skills associated with Lathe Operator: Machining

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