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 $64,393 for beginners, reaching about $67,481 at mid-level, and approach $71,241 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 $71,393, California $71,123, Massachusetts $70,175. 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: $109,471; CNC Machine Programmer III: $85,263; CNC Machine Programmer II: $72,341; CNC Machine Programmer: $63,511; CNC Machine Programmer I: $63,392.

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salary in Rhode Island

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

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer in Rhode Island is $66,854 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): $82,900
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,359 to $75,253
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,535

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Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,253	$6,271	$1,447	$36
Average	$66,854	$5,571	$1,286	$32
25th Percentile	$59,359	$4,947	$1,142	$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): $64,393
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,617
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,481
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $70,991
Expert (over 8 years): $71,241

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer	$64,393
Intermediate Level Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer	$64,617
Senior Level Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer	$67,481
Specialist Level Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer	$70,991
Expert Level Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Programmer	$71,241

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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: $71,393.
California: $71,123.
Massachusetts: $70,175.

District of Columbia $71,393 California $71,123 Massachusetts $70,175 Washington $69,917 New Jersey $69,891 Alaska $69,801 Connecticut $68,911 New York $68,550

Hawaii $67,396 Rhode Island $66,854 Maryland $66,486 Minnesota $65,983 Colorado $65,790 Illinois $65,725 Oregon $65,480 Delaware $65,300

New Hampshire $65,186 Virginia $64,932 Pennsylvania $64,191 Nevada $63,817 North Dakota $63,694 Michigan $63,501 Wisconsin $63,430 Vermont $63,288

Texas $62,895 Maine $62,869 Arizona $62,830 Ohio $62,785 Georgia $62,192 Indiana $61,895 Wyoming $61,837 Utah $61,747

Iowa $61,708 Kansas $61,399 Louisiana $61,309 North Carolina $61,276 Missouri $61,263 Florida $61,012 Montana $60,877 Nebraska $60,748

Kentucky $60,677 South Carolina $60,419 Tennessee $60,257 Idaho $60,193 New Mexico $59,722 Oklahoma $59,619 Alabama $59,239 South Dakota $58,600

Arkansas $58,252 West Virginia $58,065 Mississippi $57,504

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:

Adamsville: $67,690
Albion: $67,118
Ashaway: $67,561

Adamsville, RI $67,690 Albion, RI $67,118 Ashaway, RI $67,561 Barrington, RI $66,941 Block Island, RI $67,314 Bradford, RI $67,521 Bristol, RI $67,199 Carolina, RI $67,409

Charlestown, RI $67,434 Chepachet, RI $67,299 Clayville, RI $67,112 Coventry, RI $67,115 West Greenwich, RI $67,300 East Greenwich, RI $67,070 Exeter, RI $67,281 Fiskeville, RI $66,940

Forestdale, RI $67,456 Foster, RI $67,264 Glendale, RI $67,461 Greene, RI $67,352 Greenville, RI $66,965 Harmony, RI $67,052 Harrisville, RI $67,432 Hope, RI $66,982

Hope Valley, RI $67,502 Hopkinton, RI $67,591 Jamestown, RI $67,365 Kenyon, RI $67,401 Little Compton, RI $67,679 Manville, RI $67,206 Mapleville, RI $67,312 Newport, RI $67,433

Middletown, RI $67,463 North Kingstown, RI $67,185 North Scituate, RI $67,053 Oakland, RI $67,385 Pascoag, RI $67,476 Pawtucket, RI $66,841 Central Falls, RI $66,871 Cumberland, RI $67,250

Lincoln, RI $66,938 Portsmouth, RI $67,426 Prudence Island, RI $67,287 Rockville, RI $67,581 Saunderstown, RI $67,325 Shannock, RI $67,405 Slatersville, RI $67,456 Slocum, RI $67,323

Tiverton, RI $67,631 Wakefield, RI $67,382 Kingston, RI $67,356 Narragansett, RI $67,401 Peace Dale, RI $67,374 Warren, RI $67,114 Warwick, RI $66,927 Westerly, RI $67,577

West Kingston, RI $67,377 West Warwick, RI $67,009 Wood River Junction, RI $67,474 Woonsocket, RI $67,459 North Smithfield, RI $67,306 Wyoming, RI $67,405 Providence, RI $66,822 Cranston, RI $66,831

North Providence, RI $66,838 East Providence, RI $66,826 Riverside, RI $66,847 Rumford, RI $66,838 Smithfield, RI $66,973 Johnston, RI $66,861

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 June 01, 2026

$59,359

Average $66,854/year

$75,253

$4,947

Average $5,571/month

$6,271

$1,142

Average $1,286/week

$1,447

$29

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,253	$6,271	$1,447	$36
Average	$66,854	$5,571	$1,286	$32
25th Percentile	$59,359	$4,947	$1,142	$29

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

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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 $59,224 - a projected growth of -11% over your current level.

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