What are the main factors that influence a Finishing Machine Operator's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Finishing Machine Operator?

Finishing Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Finishing Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $44,003, California $43,903, Massachusetts $43,303. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Finishing Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Finishing Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Finishing Operator: $79,067; Machine Operator IV: $55,451; Machine Operator III: $51,593; Machine Operator II: $45,474; Machine Operator: $45,116.

Finishing Machine Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Finishing Machine Operator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Finishing Machine Operator in Delaware is $40,303 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,440
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,703 to $47,703
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,515

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Finishing Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,703	$3,975	$917	$23
Average	$40,303	$3,359	$775	$19
25th Percentile	$35,703	$2,975	$687	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Finishing Machine Operator Salaries

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

How Do Finishing Machine Operator 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 Finishing Machine Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,003.
California: $43,903.
Massachusetts: $43,303.

District of Columbia $44,003 California $43,903 Massachusetts $43,303 Washington $43,103 New Jersey $43,103 Alaska $43,103 Connecticut $42,503 New York $42,303

Hawaii $41,603 Rhode Island $41,303 Maryland $41,003 Minnesota $40,703 Illinois $40,603 Colorado $40,603 Oregon $40,403 Delaware $40,303

New Hampshire $40,203 Virginia $40,103 Pennsylvania $39,603 Nevada $39,403 North Dakota $39,303 Michigan $39,203 Wisconsin $39,103 Vermont $39,103

Arizona $38,803 Maine $38,803 Texas $38,803 Ohio $38,703 Georgia $38,403 Indiana $38,203 Wyoming $38,203 Utah $38,103

Iowa $38,103 Kansas $37,903 Louisiana $37,803 North Carolina $37,803 Missouri $37,803 Florida $37,703 Montana $37,603 Nebraska $37,503

Kentucky $37,403 South Carolina $37,303 Tennessee $37,203 Idaho $37,103 New Mexico $36,903 Oklahoma $36,803 Alabama $36,603 South Dakota $36,203

Arkansas $36,003 West Virginia $35,803 Mississippi $35,503

Top Paying Cities for Finishing Machine Operators

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:

Lincoln: $40,103
Little Creek: $40,403
Magnolia: $40,303

Lincoln, DE $40,103 Little Creek, DE $40,403 Magnolia, DE $40,303 Milford, DE $40,203 Marydel, DE $40,303 Millsboro, DE $39,903 Millville, DE $40,003 Milton, DE $40,103

Nassau, DE $40,103 Ocean View, DE $40,003 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,103 Seaford, DE $40,103 Selbyville, DE $39,903 Smyrna, DE $40,403 Viola, DE $40,203 Woodside, DE $40,403

Bear, DE $40,303 Newark, DE $40,203 Claymont, DE $40,303 Delaware City, DE $40,303 Hockessin, DE $40,203 Kirkwood, DE $40,303 Middletown, DE $40,303 Montchanin, DE $40,303

New Castle, DE $40,303 Odessa, DE $40,303 Port Penn, DE $40,303 Rockland, DE $40,303 Saint Georges, DE $40,303 Townsend, DE $40,303 Winterthur, DE $40,303 Lewes, DE $40,103

Wilmington, DE $40,203 Dover, DE $40,403 Dover Afb, DE $40,203 Bethany Beach, DE $40,003 Bethel, DE $40,003 Bridgeville, DE $40,103 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,303 Cheswold, DE $40,403

Clayton, DE $40,403 Dagsboro, DE $39,903 Delmar, DE $39,903 Ellendale, DE $40,003 Felton, DE $40,203 Fenwick Island, DE $39,903 Frankford, DE $39,903 Frederica, DE $40,303

Georgetown, DE $39,903 Greenwood, DE $40,103 Harbeson, DE $40,003 Harrington, DE $40,203 Hartly, DE $40,303 Houston, DE $40,103 Kenton, DE $40,403 Laurel, DE $39,903

Yorklyn, DE $40,303

Finishing Machine Operator Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Finishing Machine Operator salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $40,303. While startup companies pay approximate $40,303.

Finishing Machine Operator Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$40,303
Growth Stage	51~500	$40,303
Established	501~5000	$40,303
Enterprise	5000+	$40,303

Finishing Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Finishing Machine Operator'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$35,703

Average $40,303/year

$47,703

$2,975

Average $3,359/month

$3,975

$687

Average $775/week

$917

$17

Average $19/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,703	$3,975	$917	$23
Average	$40,303	$3,359	$775	$19
25th Percentile	$35,703	$2,975	$687	$17

Finishing Machine Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Finishing Machine Operator, 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.

Finishing Machine Operator Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Extruder Operator II	$55,300	37%
Plastic Injection Molding Operator II	$49,200	22%
Intermediate Machine Operator	$46,100	14%
Milling Machine Technician II	$47,500	18%

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