What are the main factors that influence a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer's salary?

A Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer's salary grows with experience: starting around $64,921 for beginners, reaching about $68,036 at mid-level, and approach $71,844 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer?

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer roles are District of Columbia $71,399, California $71,128, Massachusetts $70,180. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer level roles vary by specialization: CNC Machine Programmer IV: $109,475; CNC Machine Programmer III: $85,272; CNC Machine Programmer II: $72,344; CNC Machine Programmer: $63,514; CNC Machine Programmer I: $63,393.

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer in Hawaii is $67,401 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,651
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,849 to $75,907
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,974

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Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,907	$6,326	$1,460	$36
Average	$67,401	$5,617	$1,296	$32
25th Percentile	$59,849	$4,987	$1,151	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salaries

A Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer'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 Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer'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): $64,921
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,147
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $68,036
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,590
Expert (over 8 years): $71,844

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer	$64,921
Intermediate Level Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer	$65,147
Senior Level Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer	$68,036
Specialist Level Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer	$71,590
Expert Level Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer	$71,844

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How Do Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer 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 Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,399.
California: $71,128.
Massachusetts: $70,180.

District of Columbia $71,399 California $71,128 Massachusetts $70,180 Washington $69,922 New Jersey $69,896 Alaska $69,806 Connecticut $68,916 New York $68,555

Hawaii $67,401 Rhode Island $66,859 Maryland $66,492 Minnesota $65,989 Colorado $65,795 Illinois $65,731 Oregon $65,486 Delaware $65,305

New Hampshire $65,191 Virginia $64,937 Pennsylvania $64,196 Nevada $63,822 North Dakota $63,699 Michigan $63,506 Wisconsin $63,435 Vermont $63,293

Texas $62,900 Maine $62,874 Arizona $62,835 Ohio $62,790 Georgia $62,197 Indiana $61,900 Wyoming $61,842 Utah $61,752

Iowa $61,713 Kansas $61,404 Louisiana $61,313 North Carolina $61,281 Missouri $61,268 Florida $61,017 Montana $60,881 Nebraska $60,752

Kentucky $60,681 South Carolina $60,423 Tennessee $60,262 Idaho $60,198 New Mexico $59,727 Oklahoma $59,624 Alabama $59,243 South Dakota $58,605

Arkansas $58,257 West Virginia $58,070 Mississippi $57,509

Top Paying Cities for Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmers

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: $67,036
Anahola: $66,157
Captain Cook: $66,090

Aiea, HI $67,036 Anahola, HI $66,157 Captain Cook, HI $66,090 Eleele, HI $66,291 Ewa Beach, HI $66,976 Kapolei, HI $66,923 Haiku, HI $66,206 Hakalau, HI $66,058

Haleiwa, HI $66,794 Hana, HI $66,048 Hanalei, HI $66,070 Hanamaulu, HI $66,205 Hanapepe, HI $66,288 Hauula, HI $66,896 Hawaii National Park, HI $66,134 Hawi, HI $66,244

Hilo, HI $66,198 Princeville, HI $66,191 Holualoa, HI $66,117 Honaunau, HI $66,003 Honokaa, HI $66,088 Honomu, HI $66,192 Hoolehua, HI $66,003 Kaaawa, HI $66,918

Kahuku, HI $66,775 Kahului, HI $66,359 Kailua, HI $67,014 Ocean View, HI $66,172 Waikoloa, HI $66,165 Keauhou, HI $66,117 Kailua Kona, HI $66,197 Kalaheo, HI $66,212

Kalaupapa, HI $65,942 Kamuela, HI $66,121 Kaneohe, HI $67,000 Kapaa, HI $66,284 Kaumakani, HI $66,319 Kaunakakai, HI $66,081 Keaau, HI $66,243 Kealakekua, HI $66,208

Kealia, HI $66,231 Kekaha, HI $66,164 Kihei, HI $66,291 Kilauea, HI $66,192 Kapaau, HI $66,142 Koloa, HI $66,221 Kualapuu, HI $66,062 Kunia, HI $66,902

Kurtistown, HI $66,210 Lahaina, HI $66,223 Laie, HI $66,833 Lanai City, HI $66,062 Laupahoehoe, HI $66,228 Lawai, HI $66,319 Lihue, HI $66,205 Makawao, HI $66,257

Makaweli, HI $66,058 Maunaloa, HI $65,903 Mountain View, HI $66,175 Naalehu, HI $66,041 Ninole, HI $65,997 Ookala, HI $66,018 Paauilo, HI $66,099 Pahala, HI $66,059

Pahoa, HI $66,147 Paia, HI $66,226 Papaaloa, HI $66,237 Papaikou, HI $66,100 Pearl City, HI $66,987 Pepeekeo, HI $66,228 Puunene, HI $66,359 Volcano, HI $66,134

Wahiawa, HI $66,873 Pukalani, HI $66,257 Mililani, HI $66,953 Kula, HI $66,120 Waialua, HI $66,758 Waianae, HI $66,820 Wailuku, HI $66,255 Waimanalo, HI $67,002

Waimea, HI $66,314 Waipahu, HI $66,958 Honolulu, HI $67,059 J B P H H, HI $67,047 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $66,909 Schofield Barracks, HI $66,889 Fort Shafter, HI $67,059 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $67,059

Camp H M Smith, HI $67,044 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $66,979 Wake Island, HI $67,059

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $75,250. While startup companies pay approximate $63,705.

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$63,705
Growth Stage	51~500	$67,351
Established	501~5000	$72,687
Enterprise	5000+	$75,250

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, MFG Durable, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer positions in Aerospace & Defense typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$74,141	$36.0	10%
MFG Nondurable	$74,141	$36.0	10%

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer'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

$59,849

Average $67,401/year

$75,907

$4,987

Average $5,617/month

$6,326

$1,151

Average $1,296/week

$1,460

$29

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,907	$6,326	$1,460	$36
Average	$67,401	$5,617	$1,296	$32
25th Percentile	$59,849	$4,987	$1,151	$29

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salary Growth & Career Path

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer

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For a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Compounder, Sr. role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $59,713 - a projected growth of -11% over your current level.

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