All production workers not listed separately.
Production Workers, All Other
SOC: 51-9199 O*NET: 51-9199.00
Median Salary
$40,110
per year
Job Growth
📉 0.5%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
31.6
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All production workers not listed separately.
What does a Production Workers, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$31,200
10th percentile
Early Career
$36,030
25th percentile
Median
$40,110
50th percentile
Experienced
$49,010
75th percentile
Top Earners
$61,530
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$31,200
25th
$36,030
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$40,110
Mean: $44,380
75th
$49,010
90th
$61,530
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $30,330 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $36,030 and $49,010
- •Salary spread is 32.4% around the median, showing moderate variation
- •Total national employment: 251,700 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:292,800
Top Industries
Manufacturing48.3%
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services33.9%
Administrative and Support Services33.5%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+0.5%
Annual Openings:31,600
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)292,800
Current
2034 (Projected)294,300
+0.5%
+1,500
Employment Change
+0.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Production Workers, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
California
28,090 jobs$41,6700.95x
Georgia
22,440 jobs$39,9002.84x
Tennessee
20,150 jobs$40,1303.80x
North Carolina
18,350 jobs$38,7902.29x
Texas
18,340 jobs$38,8500.81x
Michigan
14,690 jobs$37,9502.06x
Florida
11,440 jobs$37,6900.71x
Illinois
9,240 jobs$41,7300.94x
Ohio
9,090 jobs$38,7201.01x
Pennsylvania
8,490 jobs$44,2900.86x
Missouri
8,300 jobs$38,4701.75x
Louisiana
7,980 jobs$45,2102.55x
Wisconsin
5,950 jobs$42,8501.25x
New Jersey
5,310 jobs$40,0000.77x
Virginia
4,970 jobs$38,3400.75x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025
Key Growth Factors
Standard growth expectations for this occupation
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Production Workers, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Production Workers, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
The Apprenticeship Route: Earn While You Learn
You don't necessarily need to pay for school to enter this field. There are 33 registered apprenticeship sponsors for this occupation in the U.S. DOL system — including 10 union/joint labor-management programs. Apprentices earn a wage from day one, typically starting at 40–50% of the journeyman rate, and finish with no tuition debt.
Most sponsors: MN (4) , FL (3) , UT (3) , CO (2) , GA (2)
How apprenticeships work →Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Registered Apprenticeship sponsors (apprenticeship.gov)
Trade Colleges That Train for Production Workers, All Other
Top trade colleges by completions in fields that prepare students for this career.
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN
2.3k program completions/year
Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX
1.2k program completions/year
Tulsa Welding School-Houston
Houston, TX
1.2k program completions/year
Tulsa Welding School-Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
984 program completions/year
South Florida Institute of Technology
Miami, FL
891 program completions/year
SOWELA Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA
870 program completions/year
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Lexington, KY
821 program completions/year
Refrigeration School Inc
Phoenix, AZ
781 program completions/year
Stark State College
North Canton, OH
731 program completions/year
River Parishes Community College
Gonzales, LA
695 program completions/year
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC
679 program completions/year
Lee College
Baytown, TX
601 program completions/year