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Press feeder salary
Average press feeder salary
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Average Press Feeder Salary
The average Press Feeder salary is approximately $33,157 annually or $16 per hour in the United States. This salary can vary based on several factors, including geographic location, years of experience, and the specific industry segment. For instance, press feeders in states like California and New York tend to earn higher wages compared to those in other regions.
Salary by Experience Level
Entry-level press feeders can expect to earn around $28,000 per year, while those with several years of experience may see salaries rise to $38,000 or more. Experience in specialized printing processes can further increase earning potential.
High-Paying States
Some of the highest-paying states for press feeders include:
- California: $42,000
- New York: $40,500
- Texas: $36,000
By understanding the factors that influence salaries, individuals can better navigate their career paths in the printing industry.
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Press feeder salaries by experience level
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Average press feeder salary by state
The average press feeder salary in Washington, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average press feeder salary states are Michigan, Texas, and Iowa.
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Highest paying states for press feeders
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Minnesota | $37,315 | $17.94 |
| 2 | Ohio | $35,993 | $17.30 |
| 3 | Oregon | $38,500 | $18.51 |
| 4 | Wisconsin | $34,757 | $16.71 |
| 5 | Massachusetts | $39,180 | $18.84 |
| 6 | Idaho | $36,414 | $17.51 |
| 7 | Washington | $42,692 | $20.52 |
| 8 | Wyoming | $37,114 | $17.84 |
| 9 | Kansas | $33,505 | $16.11 |
| 10 | New Jersey | $38,295 | $18.41 |
| 11 | Rhode Island | $39,891 | $19.18 |
| 12 | Vermont | $36,452 | $17.52 |
| 13 | Connecticut | $38,412 | $18.47 |
| 14 | North Dakota | $37,027 | $17.80 |
| 15 | Nebraska | $32,784 | $15.76 |
| 16 | Maine | $37,065 | $17.82 |
| 17 | Tennessee | $31,936 | $15.35 |
| 18 | Montana | $33,852 | $16.27 |
| 19 | New Hampshire | $32,913 | $15.82 |
| 20 | Pennsylvania | $31,811 | $15.29 |
| 21 | South Dakota | $33,456 | $16.08 |
| 22 | Alaska | $33,848 | $16.27 |
| 23 | New York | $34,752 | $16.71 |
| 24 | Kentucky | $30,672 | $14.75 |
| 25 | Illinois | $31,550 | $15.17 |
| 26 | Utah | $31,421 | $15.11 |
| 27 | Arizona | $31,343 | $15.07 |
| 28 | Oklahoma | $32,061 | $15.41 |
| 29 | Missouri | $30,762 | $14.79 |
| 30 | Arkansas | $31,036 | $14.92 |
| 31 | Nevada | $31,825 | $15.30 |
| 32 | New Mexico | $32,020 | $15.39 |
| 33 | Indiana | $30,026 | $14.44 |
| 34 | Colorado | $32,544 | $15.65 |
| 35 | Mississippi | $31,131 | $14.97 |
| 36 | West Virginia | $31,217 | $15.01 |
| 37 | Delaware | $31,419 | $15.11 |
| 38 | Hawaii | $33,530 | $16.12 |
| 39 | Michigan | $28,629 | $13.76 |
| 40 | California | $31,963 | $15.37 |
| 41 | Maryland | $31,252 | $15.03 |
| 42 | District of Columbia | $31,536 | $15.16 |
| 43 | South Carolina | $29,638 | $14.25 |
| 44 | Iowa | $27,874 | $13.40 |
| 45 | North Carolina | $28,884 | $13.89 |
| 46 | Georgia | $27,721 | $13.33 |
| 47 | Texas | $28,302 | $13.61 |
| 48 | Louisiana | $30,071 | $14.46 |
| 49 | Alabama | $27,653 | $13.29 |
| 50 | Virginia | $29,805 | $14.33 |
| 51 | Florida | $27,023 | $12.99 |
Highest paying cities for press feeders
The highest-paying cities for press feeders are De Pere, WI, Oakland, CA, and Franklin, TN.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | De Pere, WI | $35,263 | $16.95 |
| 2 | Oakland, CA | $32,267 | $15.51 |
| 3 | Franklin, TN | $31,986 | $15.38 |
| 4 | Waukegan, IL | $31,814 | $15.30 |
| 5 | Pittsburgh, PA | $31,609 | $15.20 |
| 6 | Phoenix, AZ | $31,391 | $15.09 |
| 7 | Kansas City, MO | $30,895 | $14.85 |
| 8 | Harrisonburg, VA | $30,215 | $14.53 |
| 9 | Indianapolis, IN | $29,899 | $14.37 |
| 10 | Grand Rapids, MI | $28,660 | $13.78 |
Press feeder salary details
A press feeder's salary ranges from $27,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $39,000 at the 90th percentile.
What is a press feeder's salary?
| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $39,000 | $3,250 | $19 |
| 75th Percentile | $36,000 | $3,000 | $17 |
| Average | $33,157 | $2,763 | $16 |
| 25th Percentile | $30,000 | $2,500 | $14 |
| 10th Percentile | $27,000 | $2,250 | $13 |
Highest paying press feeder jobs
The highest paying types of press feeders are compositor, offset press operator, and lead press operator.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compositor | $45,101 | $3,758 | $21.68 | 154 |
| Screen Making Technician | $32,429 | $2,702 | $15.59 | 24,872 |
| Printer Operator | $36,411 | $3,034 | $17.51 | 43,730 |
| Digital Print Operator | $31,749 | $2,646 | $15.26 | 46,110 |
| Printer | $33,219 | $2,768 | $15.97 | 1,756 |
| Press Operator Printing | $40,520 | $3,377 | $19.48 | 34,403 |
Top companies hiring press feeders now:
Which companies pay press feeders the most?
Press feeder salaries at Green Bay Packaging and ABS Graphics are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average press feeder salary at companies like Quad and WestRock are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green Bay Packaging | $37,228 | $17.90 |
| 2 | ABS Graphics | $35,039 | $16.85 |
| 3 | Quad | $35,010 | $16.83 |
| 4 | WestRock | $33,656 | $16.18 |
| 5 | NextPage | $33,196 | $15.96 |
| 6 | RRD | $32,696 | $15.72 |
| 7 | Paulson’s | $32,626 | $15.69 |
| 8 | Tranzact | $32,610 | $15.68 |
| 9 | Menasha | $32,482 | $15.62 |
| 10 | Graphic Packaging International | $32,475 | $15.61 |
| 11 | Everett Graphics | $32,468 | $15.61 |
| 12 | NESCO | $32,468 | $15.61 |
| 13 | Lahlouh | $32,339 | $15.55 |
| 14 | Sheridan | $31,800 | $15.29 |
Wage gap by gender, race and education
Press Feeder salary by industry
The average press feeder salary varies across industries:
- The average press feeder salary in the retail industry is $34,841, the highest of any industry.
- The average press feeder salary in the finance industry is $34,838.
- Press feeders in the media industry earn an average salary of $32,612, the lowest of any industry.
Highest paying industries for press feeders
| Rank | Industry | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Retail | $34,841 | $16.75 |
| 2 | Manufacturing | $34,838 | $16.75 |
| 3 | Transportation | $33,195 | $15.96 |
| 4 | Media | $32,612 | $15.68 |
High paying press feeder jobs
Press feeder salary trends
The average press feeder salary has risen by $3,142 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average press feeder earned $30,015 annually, but today, they earn $33,157 a year. That works out to a 7% change in pay for press feeders over the last decade.
Compare press feeder salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Average press feeder salary over time
Compare press feeder salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
Press feeder salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,200 | $15.94 | +2.6% |
| 2024 | $32,300 | $15.53 | +1.9% |
| 2023 | $31,700 | $15.24 | +1.3% |
| 2022 | $31,300 | $15.05 | +0.6% |
| 2021 | $31,100 | $14.95 | +0.8% |
Recently added press feeder salaries
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veritiv | OPS-Press Feeder | Niles, IL | 06/26/2025 | $37,566 |
| Aerotek | Press Feeder | Minnetonka, MN | 06/26/2025 | $41,740 |
| וריטיב עסקים | OPS-Press Feeder | Chicago, IL | 06/25/2025 | $37,566 |
| Digital Room Inc. | Press Feeder | Arlington, TX | 06/16/2025 | $31,305 |
| Mill Rock Packaging | Press Feeder 1St. Shift | Saint Paul, MN | 06/10/2025 | $39,653 |
| Print NW | Offset Printing Press Feeder | Lakewood, WA | 06/06/2025 | $39,653 |
| Target Enterprise | Large Press Feeder (Dayside) | Brooklyn Park, MN | 06/04/2025 | $42,137 |
| Westrock Company | Press Feeder Operator | South Brunswick, NJ | 05/30/2025 | $41,740 |
| Mill Rock Packaging | Press Feeder 3Rd Shift | Saint Paul, MN | 05/21/2025 | $39,653 |
| Travel Tags | Press Feeder-3Rd Shift | Fridley, MN | 04/06/2025 | $41,740 |
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