What are the main factors that influence a Machine Support 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 Machine Support Operator?

Machine Support Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Machine Support Operator roles are District of Columbia $43,902, California $43,702, Massachusetts $43,202. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Machine Support Operator level roles vary by specialization: Machine Operator IV: $55,461; Senior Machine Operator: $51,590; Machine Operator III: $51,584; Machine Operator II: $45,472; Machine Operator: $45,114.

Machine Support Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Machine Support Operator make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Machine Support Operator in Delaware is $40,202 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,148
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,502 to $47,502
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,223

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Machine Support Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,502	$3,959	$914	$23
Average	$40,202	$3,350	$773	$19
25th Percentile	$35,502	$2,959	$683	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Machine Support Operator Salaries

A Machine Support 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 Machine Support 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 Machine Support Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,902.
California: $43,702.
Massachusetts: $43,202.

District of Columbia $43,902 California $43,702 Massachusetts $43,202 Washington $43,002 New Jersey $43,002 Alaska $42,902 Connecticut $42,402 New York $42,202

Hawaii $41,402 Rhode Island $41,102 Maryland $40,902 Minnesota $40,602 Colorado $40,502 Illinois $40,402 Oregon $40,302 Delaware $40,202

New Hampshire $40,102 Virginia $39,902 Pennsylvania $39,502 Nevada $39,202 North Dakota $39,202 Michigan $39,102 Wisconsin $39,002 Vermont $38,902

Maine $38,702 Texas $38,702 Arizona $38,602 Ohio $38,602 Georgia $38,202 Indiana $38,102 Wyoming $38,002 Utah $38,002

Iowa $38,002 Kansas $37,802 Missouri $37,702 Louisiana $37,702 North Carolina $37,702 Florida $37,502 Montana $37,402 Nebraska $37,402

Kentucky $37,302 South Carolina $37,202 Tennessee $37,102 Idaho $37,002 New Mexico $36,702 Oklahoma $36,702 Alabama $36,402 South Dakota $36,002

Arkansas $35,802 West Virginia $35,702 Mississippi $35,402

Top Paying Cities for Machine Support 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: $40,002
Little Creek: $40,302
Magnolia: $40,202

Lincoln, DE $40,002 Little Creek, DE $40,302 Magnolia, DE $40,202 Milford, DE $40,102 Marydel, DE $40,102 Millsboro, DE $39,802 Millville, DE $39,902 Milton, DE $39,902

Nassau, DE $40,002 Ocean View, DE $39,902 Rehoboth Beach, DE $39,902 Seaford, DE $40,002 Selbyville, DE $39,802 Smyrna, DE $40,302 Viola, DE $40,102 Woodside, DE $40,202

Bear, DE $40,102 Newark, DE $40,102 Claymont, DE $40,202 Delaware City, DE $40,202 Hockessin, DE $40,102 Kirkwood, DE $40,102 Middletown, DE $40,202 Montchanin, DE $40,102

New Castle, DE $40,102 Odessa, DE $40,202 Port Penn, DE $40,202 Rockland, DE $40,102 Saint Georges, DE $40,102 Townsend, DE $40,202 Winterthur, DE $40,102 Lewes, DE $40,002

Wilmington, DE $40,102 Dover, DE $40,302 Dover Afb, DE $40,102 Bethany Beach, DE $39,802 Bethel, DE $39,902 Bridgeville, DE $40,002 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,202 Cheswold, DE $40,302

Clayton, DE $40,302 Dagsboro, DE $39,802 Delmar, DE $39,702 Ellendale, DE $39,802 Felton, DE $40,102 Fenwick Island, DE $39,802 Frankford, DE $39,702 Frederica, DE $40,102

Georgetown, DE $39,802 Greenwood, DE $40,002 Harbeson, DE $39,802 Harrington, DE $40,002 Hartly, DE $40,102 Houston, DE $40,002 Kenton, DE $40,302 Laurel, DE $39,802

Yorklyn, DE $40,102

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

Understanding how a Machine Support 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 May 01, 2026

$35,502

Average $40,202/year

$47,502

$2,959

Average $3,350/month

$3,959

$683

Average $773/week

$914

$17

Average $19/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,502	$3,959	$914	$23
Average	$40,202	$3,350	$773	$19
25th Percentile	$35,502	$2,959	$683	$17

Machine Support Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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Milling Machine Technician II

Plastic Injection Molding Operator III

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Machine Support 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.

Machine Support Operator Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Extruder Operator II	$55,300	38%
Plastic Injection Molding Operator II	$49,200	22%
Intermediate Machine Operator	$46,100	15%
Milling Machine Technician II	$47,500	18%

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