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Machinist Wages in Alberta
Median hourly pay, how it has moved since 2017, and how each economic region compares. 2025 data.
Median hourly
$36.50
Low (10th pct)
$25.00
High (90th pct)
$45.00
Vs. national
22% above
Wage trend
The median wage for machinists in Alberta rose from $29.50 in 2017 to $36.50 in 2025 — 24% over 8 years, before inflation. The dashed break marks the 2021 reclassification: the two segments are measured on different occupational definitions and are shown separately rather than joined.
By region within Alberta
| Economic region | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary | $17.00 | $40.00 | $48.08 |
| Lethbridge--Medicine Hat | $25.00 | $36.50 | $45.00 |
| Edmonton | $25.00 | $36.50 | $45.00 |
| Athabasca--Grande Prairie--Peace River | $25.00 | $36.50 | $45.00 |
| Banff--Jasper--Rocky Mountain House | $26.20 | $35.74 | $44.65 |
| Camrose--Drumheller | $26.89 | $35.59 | $47.69 |
| Red Deer | $25.68 | $33.51 | $44.32 |
Other trades in Alberta
- Electricians
- Industrial Electricians
- Powerline Technicians
- Plumbers
- Steamfitters and Pipefitters
- Carpenters
- Welders
- Sheet Metal Workers
- Ironworkers
- Millwrights and Industrial Mechanics
- Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics
- Aircraft Mechanics
- Automotive Service Technicians
- Concrete Finishers
- Drywall Installers
- Roofers
- Painters and Decorators
- Machining Contractors and Supervisors
- Electrical Contractors and Supervisors
- Carpentry Contractors and Supervisors
- Construction Contractors and Supervisors
- Mechanic Shop Contractors and Supervisors
- Heavy Equipment Crew Supervisors
Official classification: Machinists and machining and tooling inspectors (NOC 72100). Source: Labour Force Survey.