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Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I Salary in the United States

How much does a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I in the United States is $49,503 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,361
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,633 to $54,663
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,199
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Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $54,663 $4,555 $1,051 $26
Average $49,503 $4,125 $952 $24
25th Percentile $44,633 $3,719 $858 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I Salaries

A Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $49,160
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $50,062
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,832
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $51,063
  • Expert (over 8 years): $51,217
Levels Salary
Entry Level Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I$49,160
Intermediate Level Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I$50,062
Senior Level Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I$50,832
Specialist Level Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I$51,063
Expert Level Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I$51,217
$49,160 0 yr
$50,062 < 2 yrs
$50,832 2-4 yrs
$51,063 5-8 yrs
$51,217 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $62,443
  • San Francisco: $61,823
  • Oakland: $60,453

What Skills Can Increase a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 1.81% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
  • Machine Controls (Mentioned in 1.31% Job Postings): Machine Control is the use of positioning tools and a display to provide a construction machinery operator with a reference between the position of the bucket or blade and the target grade.
  • Preventive Maintenance (Mentioned in 1.02% Job Postings): Preventive maintenance is the act of performing regularly scheduled maintenance activities to help prevent unexpected failures in the future. Put simply, it's about fixing things before they break.
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Troubleshooting 1.81%
Machine Controls 1.31%
Preventive Maintenance 1.02%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Verbal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • CAD: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
 $51,483
4%
Verbal Communication
 $51,483
4%
CAD
 $51,483
4%
Programming
 $50,988
3%
Welding
 $50,988
3%
Scheduling
 $50,988
3%
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Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$44,633
Average $49,503/year
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Average $4,125/month
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Average $952/week
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75th Percentile $54,663 $4,555 $1,051 $26
Average $49,503 $4,125 $952 $24
25th Percentile $44,633 $3,719 $858 $21

Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I Salary Growth & Career Path

Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I
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Production Machine Operations Supervisor
Machining Operations Supervisor I
CNC Laser Machine Operator III

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Plastic Injection Molding Operator III $56,600 14%
Production Machine Operator III $51,600 4%
General Machinist III $65,700 33%
CNC Laser Machine Operator II $62,700 27%

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Salary Trends for Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I

Salaries for a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $42,067 in 2023 to around $42,104 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator I salary trends, .

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