What are the main factors that influence a Mixing Machine Operator'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 Mixing Machine Operator?

The MFG Nondurable industry offers the highest average compensation for Mixing Machine Operator roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Mixing Machine Operator's salary?

A Mixing Machine Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $44,988 for beginners, reaching about $46,046 at mid-level, and approach $46,294 for experts.

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

Mixing Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mixing Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $48,300, California $48,100, Massachusetts $47,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Mixing Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Machine Operator IV: $55,451; Machine Operator III: $51,593; Machine Operator: $45,116; Mixing Operator: $44,567; Machine Operator I: $40,919.

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Mixing Machine Operator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Mixing Machine Operator make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mixing Machine Operator in Rhode Island is $45,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,504
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,300 to $48,500
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,660

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Mixing Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,500	$4,042	$933	$23
Average	$45,200	$3,767	$869	$22
25th Percentile	$42,300	$3,525	$813	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Mixing Machine Operator Salaries

A Mixing Machine Operator'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 Mixing Machine Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mixing Machine Operator'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): $44,988
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,551
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,046
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,195
Expert (over 8 years): $46,294

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Mixing Machine Operator	$44,988
Intermediate Level Mixing Machine Operator	$45,551
Senior Level Mixing Machine Operator	$46,046
Specialist Level Mixing Machine Operator	$46,195
Expert Level Mixing Machine Operator	$46,294

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

District of Columbia: $48,300.
California: $48,100.
Massachusetts: $47,400.

District of Columbia $48,300 California $48,100 Massachusetts $47,400 Washington $47,300 New Jersey $47,200 Alaska $47,200 Connecticut $46,600 New York $46,300

Hawaii $45,600 Rhode Island $45,200 Maryland $44,900 Minnesota $44,600 Colorado $44,500 Illinois $44,400 Oregon $44,300 Delaware $44,100

New Hampshire $44,100 Virginia $43,900 Pennsylvania $43,400 Nevada $43,100 North Dakota $43,100 Michigan $42,900 Wisconsin $42,900 Vermont $42,800

Arizona $42,500 Maine $42,500 Texas $42,500 Ohio $42,400 Georgia $42,000 Indiana $41,800 Wyoming $41,800 Utah $41,700

Iowa $41,700 Kansas $41,500 Louisiana $41,500 North Carolina $41,400 Missouri $41,400 Florida $41,300 Montana $41,200 Nebraska $41,100

Kentucky $41,000 South Carolina $40,900 Tennessee $40,700 Idaho $40,700 New Mexico $40,400 Oklahoma $40,300 Alabama $40,100 South Dakota $39,600

Arkansas $39,400 West Virginia $39,300 Mississippi $38,900

Top Paying Cities for Mixing 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:

Adamsville: $45,800
Albion: $45,400
Ashaway: $45,700

Adamsville, RI $45,800 Albion, RI $45,400 Ashaway, RI $45,700 Barrington, RI $45,300 Block Island, RI $45,500 Bradford, RI $45,600 Bristol, RI $45,400 Carolina, RI $45,600

Charlestown, RI $45,600 Chepachet, RI $45,500 Clayville, RI $45,400 Coventry, RI $45,400 West Greenwich, RI $45,500 East Greenwich, RI $45,300 Exeter, RI $45,500 Fiskeville, RI $45,300

Forestdale, RI $45,600 Foster, RI $45,500 Glendale, RI $45,600 Greene, RI $45,500 Greenville, RI $45,300 Harmony, RI $45,300 Harrisville, RI $45,600 Hope, RI $45,300

Hope Valley, RI $45,600 Hopkinton, RI $45,700 Jamestown, RI $45,500 Kenyon, RI $45,600 Little Compton, RI $45,800 Manville, RI $45,400 Mapleville, RI $45,500 Newport, RI $45,600

Middletown, RI $45,600 North Kingstown, RI $45,400 North Scituate, RI $45,300 Oakland, RI $45,600 Pascoag, RI $45,600 Pawtucket, RI $45,200 Central Falls, RI $45,200 Cumberland, RI $45,500

Lincoln, RI $45,300 Portsmouth, RI $45,600 Prudence Island, RI $45,500 Rockville, RI $45,700 Saunderstown, RI $45,500 Shannock, RI $45,600 Slatersville, RI $45,600 Slocum, RI $45,500

Tiverton, RI $45,700 Wakefield, RI $45,600 Kingston, RI $45,500 Narragansett, RI $45,600 Peace Dale, RI $45,500 Warren, RI $45,400 Warwick, RI $45,200 Westerly, RI $45,700

West Kingston, RI $45,500 West Warwick, RI $45,300 Wood River Junction, RI $45,600 Woonsocket, RI $45,600 North Smithfield, RI $45,500 Wyoming, RI $45,600 Providence, RI $45,200 Cranston, RI $45,200

North Providence, RI $45,200 East Providence, RI $45,200 Riverside, RI $45,200 Rumford, RI $45,200 Smithfield, RI $45,300 Johnston, RI $45,200

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

Mixing Machine Operator salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $49,515. While startup companies pay approximate $41,934.

Mixing Machine Operator Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$41,934
Growth Stage	51~500	$44,334
Established	501~5000	$47,831
Enterprise	5000+	$49,515

Mixing Machine Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mixing Machine Operator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, MFG Nondurable, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Mixing Machine Operator positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Mixing Machine Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Mixing Machine Operator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable	$54,240	$26.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Mixing 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.

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$42,300

Average $45,200/year

$48,500

$3,525

Average $3,767/month

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$813

Average $869/week

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Average $22/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,500	$4,042	$933	$23
Average	$45,200	$3,767	$869	$22
25th Percentile	$42,300	$3,525	$813	$20

Mixing Machine Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Mixing Machine Operator, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the CMM Operator role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $58,400 - a projected growth of 29% over your current level.

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