What are the main factors that influence an Extrusion Operator's salary?

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

How does experience change An Extrusion Operator's salary?

An Extrusion Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,216 for beginners, reaching about $44,081 at mid-level, and approach $44,577 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Extrusion Operator?

Extrusion Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Extrusion Operator roles are District of Columbia $47,542, California $47,362, Massachusetts $46,731. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Extrusion Operator roles make?

Salaries for Extrusion Operator level roles vary by specialization: Extrusion Manager: $207,621; Extrusion Supervisor: $79,636; Aluminum Extrusion Maintenance Manager: $54,953; Extrusion Machine Operator II: $54,580; Extrusion Operator, Sr.: $54,574.

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Extrusion Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Extrusion Operator make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Extrusion Operator in Delaware is $43,484 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,844
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,892 to $46,813
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,622

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Extrusion Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,813	$3,901	$900	$23
Average	$43,484	$3,624	$836	$21
25th Percentile	$39,892	$3,324	$767	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Extrusion Operator Salaries

An Extrusion 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 Extrusion Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Extrusion 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): $43,216
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,484
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,081
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $44,478
Expert (over 8 years): $44,577

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Extrusion Operator	$43,216
Intermediate Level Extrusion Operator	$43,484
Senior Level Extrusion Operator	$44,081
Specialist Level Extrusion Operator	$44,478
Expert Level Extrusion Operator	$44,577

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

District of Columbia: $47,542.
California: $47,362.
Massachusetts: $46,731.

District of Columbia $47,542 California $47,362 Massachusetts $46,731 Washington $46,559 New Jersey $46,542 Alaska $46,481 Connecticut $45,889 New York $45,648

Hawaii $44,880 Rhode Island $44,519 Maryland $44,274 Minnesota $43,939 Colorado $43,811 Illinois $43,768 Oregon $43,605 Delaware $43,484

New Hampshire $43,409 Virginia $43,240 Pennsylvania $42,746 Nevada $42,497 North Dakota $42,415 Michigan $42,286 Wisconsin $42,239 Vermont $42,145

Texas $41,883 Maine $41,866 Arizona $41,840 Ohio $41,810 Georgia $41,415 Indiana $41,217 Wyoming $41,179 Utah $41,118

Iowa $41,093 Kansas $40,887 Louisiana $40,826 North Carolina $40,805 Missouri $40,796 Florida $40,629 Montana $40,539 Nebraska $40,453

Kentucky $40,406 South Carolina $40,234 Tennessee $40,126 Idaho $40,084 New Mexico $39,770 Oklahoma $39,701 Alabama $39,448 South Dakota $39,023

Arkansas $38,791 West Virginia $38,667 Mississippi $38,293

Top Paying Cities for Extrusion 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: $43,289
Little Creek: $43,605
Magnolia: $43,543

Lincoln, DE $43,289 Little Creek, DE $43,605 Magnolia, DE $43,543 Milford, DE $43,398 Marydel, DE $43,470 Millsboro, DE $43,107 Millville, DE $43,173 Milton, DE $43,248

Nassau, DE $43,280 Ocean View, DE $43,166 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,249 Seaford, DE $43,273 Selbyville, DE $43,094 Smyrna, DE $43,635 Viola, DE $43,435 Woodside, DE $43,551

Bear, DE $43,451 Newark, DE $43,435 Claymont, DE $43,523 Delaware City, DE $43,478 Hockessin, DE $43,431 Kirkwood, DE $43,470 Middletown, DE $43,486 Montchanin, DE $43,441

New Castle, DE $43,447 Odessa, DE $43,508 Port Penn, DE $43,537 Rockland, DE $43,445 Saint Georges, DE $43,473 Townsend, DE $43,540 Winterthur, DE $43,450 Lewes, DE $43,265

Wilmington, DE $43,433 Dover, DE $43,605 Dover Afb, DE $43,376 Bethany Beach, DE $43,121 Bethel, DE $43,165 Bridgeville, DE $43,267 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,483 Cheswold, DE $43,591

Clayton, DE $43,593 Dagsboro, DE $43,091 Delmar, DE $43,021 Ellendale, DE $43,152 Felton, DE $43,395 Fenwick Island, DE $43,100 Frankford, DE $43,025 Frederica, DE $43,438

Georgetown, DE $43,074 Greenwood, DE $43,274 Harbeson, DE $43,120 Harrington, DE $43,340 Hartly, DE $43,475 Houston, DE $43,278 Kenton, DE $43,595 Laurel, DE $43,048

Yorklyn, DE $43,444

Extrusion Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Extrusion 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 June 01, 2026

$39,892

Average $43,484/year

$46,813

$3,324

Average $3,624/month

$3,901

$767

Average $836/week

$900

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,813	$3,901	$900	$23
Average	$43,484	$3,624	$836	$21
25th Percentile	$39,892	$3,324	$767	$19

Extrusion Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Extrusion 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.

Extrusion Operator Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Extrusion Operator, Sr.	$55,267	27%
Injection Molding Machine Operator II	$49,120	13%
Machine Operator II	$46,051	6%
Milling Machine Operator II	$47,461	9%

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