What are the main factors that influence a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer 's salary?

A Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer 's salary grows with experience: a CNC Programmer, Entry (0-2 years)earns $66,258, a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II (2-4 years)earns $75,614, a CNC Programmer, Senior (4-7 years)earns $89,126, a CNC Programmer, Lead (7+ years)earns $114,423,

How much do different types of Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Computer Numeric Control Specialist: $113,225; Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer IV: $109,493; Computer Numeric Controlled &Sheet Metal Pricing Estimator: $90,302; Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer III: $85,293; CNC Machine Programmer II: $72,344.

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Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II Salary in Hawaii

Q: What are the highest paying states for a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II?

Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II roles are District of Columbia $80,113, California $79,813, Massachusetts $78,753. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much does a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II in Hawaii is $75,633 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,853
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,383 to $82,553
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,782

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Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,553	$6,879	$1,588	$40
Average	$75,633	$6,303	$1,454	$36
25th Percentile	$68,383	$5,699	$1,315	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II Salaries

A Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II'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 Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II'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:

CNC Programmer, Entry (0-2 years): $66,258
Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II (2-4 years): $75,614
CNC Programmer, Senior (4-7 years): $89,126
CNC Programmer, Lead (7+ years): $114,423

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
CNC Programmer, Entry	0-2 years	$66,258
Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II	2-4 years	$75,614
CNC Programmer, Senior	4-7 years	$89,126
CNC Programmer, Lead	7+ years	$114,423

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How Do Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $80,113.
California: $79,813.
Massachusetts: $78,753.

District of Columbia $80,113 California $79,813 Massachusetts $78,753 Washington $78,463 New Jersey $78,433 Alaska $78,333 Connecticut $77,333 New York $76,923

Hawaii $75,633 Rhode Island $75,023 Maryland $74,613 Minnesota $74,043 Colorado $73,833 Illinois $73,763 Oregon $73,483 Delaware $73,283

New Hampshire $73,153 Virginia $72,873 Pennsylvania $72,033 Nevada $71,613 North Dakota $71,483 Michigan $71,263 Wisconsin $71,183 Vermont $71,023

Texas $70,583 Maine $70,553 Arizona $70,513 Ohio $70,463 Georgia $69,793 Indiana $69,463 Wyoming $69,393 Utah $69,293

Iowa $69,253 Kansas $68,903 Louisiana $68,803 North Carolina $68,763 Missouri $68,753 Florida $68,473 Montana $68,313 Nebraska $68,173

Kentucky $68,093 South Carolina $67,803 Tennessee $67,623 Idaho $67,553 New Mexico $67,023 Oklahoma $66,903 Alabama $66,483 South Dakota $65,763

Arkansas $65,373 West Virginia $65,163 Mississippi $64,533

Top Paying Cities for Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer IIs

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:

Aiea: $75,223
Anahola: $74,233
Captain Cook: $74,163

Aiea, HI $75,223 Anahola, HI $74,233 Captain Cook, HI $74,163 Eleele, HI $74,383 Ewa Beach, HI $75,153 Kapolei, HI $75,093 Haiku, HI $74,293 Hakalau, HI $74,123

Haleiwa, HI $74,953 Hana, HI $74,113 Hanalei, HI $74,143 Hanamaulu, HI $74,293 Hanapepe, HI $74,383 Hauula, HI $75,063 Hawaii National Park, HI $74,213 Hawi, HI $74,333

Hilo, HI $74,283 Princeville, HI $74,273 Holualoa, HI $74,193 Honaunau, HI $74,063 Honokaa, HI $74,163 Honomu, HI $74,273 Hoolehua, HI $74,063 Kaaawa, HI $75,093

Kahuku, HI $74,933 Kahului, HI $74,463 Kailua, HI $75,203 Ocean View, HI $74,253 Waikoloa, HI $74,243 Keauhou, HI $74,193 Kailua Kona, HI $74,283 Kalaheo, HI $74,293

Kalaupapa, HI $73,993 Kamuela, HI $74,193 Kaneohe, HI $75,183 Kapaa, HI $74,383 Kaumakani, HI $74,423 Kaunakakai, HI $74,153 Keaau, HI $74,333 Kealakekua, HI $74,293

Kealia, HI $74,323 Kekaha, HI $74,243 Kihei, HI $74,383 Kilauea, HI $74,273 Kapaau, HI $74,223 Koloa, HI $74,313 Kualapuu, HI $74,133 Kunia, HI $75,073

Kurtistown, HI $74,293 Lahaina, HI $74,313 Laie, HI $74,993 Lanai City, HI $74,133 Laupahoehoe, HI $74,313 Lawai, HI $74,423 Lihue, HI $74,293 Makawao, HI $74,353

Makaweli, HI $74,123 Maunaloa, HI $73,953 Mountain View, HI $74,253 Naalehu, HI $74,103 Ninole, HI $74,053 Ookala, HI $74,083 Paauilo, HI $74,173 Pahala, HI $74,123

Pahoa, HI $74,223 Paia, HI $74,313 Papaaloa, HI $74,323 Papaikou, HI $74,173 Pearl City, HI $75,173 Pepeekeo, HI $74,313 Puunene, HI $74,463 Volcano, HI $74,213

Wahiawa, HI $75,043 Pukalani, HI $74,353 Mililani, HI $75,133 Kula, HI $74,193 Waialua, HI $74,913 Waianae, HI $74,983 Wailuku, HI $74,343 Waimanalo, HI $75,183

Waimea, HI $74,413 Waipahu, HI $75,133 Honolulu, HI $75,253 J B P H H, HI $75,233 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $75,083 Schofield Barracks, HI $75,063 Fort Shafter, HI $75,253 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $75,253

Camp H M Smith, HI $75,233 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $75,163 Wake Island, HI $75,253

Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $85,433. While startup companies pay approximate $72,302.

Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$72,302
Growth Stage	51~500	$76,448
Established	501~5000	$82,517
Enterprise	5000+	$85,433

Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer positions in Energy & Utilities or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$90,760	$44.0	20%
MFG Durable	$83,196	$40.0	10%

Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II'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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$68,383

Average $75,633/year

$82,553

$5,699

Average $6,303/month

$6,879

$1,315

Average $1,454/week

$1,588

$33

Average $36/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,553	$6,879	$1,588	$40
Average	$75,633	$6,303	$1,454	$36
25th Percentile	$68,383	$5,699	$1,315	$33

Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the CNC Programmer, Senior role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $89,130 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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