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Machinists average salary by city in Kansas
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka | $59,020 | $56,400 | $48,180 | $47,109 | 89 |
| Wichita | $54,600 | $50,540 | $43,950 | $43,804 | 89 |
| Lawrence | $54,500 | $50,460 | $46,800 | $43,729 | 90 |
| Manhattan | $52,280 | $51,630 | $41,600 | $42,069 | 90 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 51-4041.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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