What are the main factors that influence a Machine Loader/Unloader's salary?

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

How does experience change A Machine Loader/Unloader's salary?

A Machine Loader/Unloader's salary grows with experience: starting around $50,213 for beginners, reaching about $51,823 at mid-level, and approach $52,236 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Machine Loader/Unloader?

Machine Loader/Unloader salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Machine Loader/Unloader roles are District of Columbia $55,124, California $54,915, Massachusetts $54,183. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Machine Loader/Unloader roles make?

Salaries for Machine Loader/Unloader level roles vary by specialization: Machine Designer: $74,516; Machine Mechanic: $60,193; Machine Technician: $50,567; Machine Feeder: $49,800; Machine Operator: $45,114.

Machine Loader/Unloader Salary in Delaware

How much does a Machine Loader/Unloader make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Machine Loader/Unloader in Delaware is $50,419 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Machine Loader/Unloader's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,989
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,653 to $55,952
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,134

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Machine Loader/Unloader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,952	$4,663	$1,076	$27
Average	$50,419	$4,202	$970	$24
25th Percentile	$47,653	$3,971	$916	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Machine Loader/Unloader Salaries

A Machine Loader/Unloader'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 Machine Loader/Unloader Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Machine Loader/Unloader'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): $50,213
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,997
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,823
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $52,071
Expert (over 8 years): $52,236

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Machine Loader/Unloader	$50,213
Intermediate Level Machine Loader/Unloader	$50,997
Senior Level Machine Loader/Unloader	$51,823
Specialist Level Machine Loader/Unloader	$52,071
Expert Level Machine Loader/Unloader	$52,236

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How Do Machine Loader/Unloader 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 Loader/Unloaders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $55,124.
California: $54,915.
Massachusetts: $54,183.

District of Columbia $55,124 California $54,915 Massachusetts $54,183 Washington $53,984 New Jersey $53,964 Alaska $53,894 Connecticut $53,207 New York $52,929

Hawaii $52,037 Rhode Island $51,619 Maryland $51,335 Minnesota $50,947 Colorado $50,798 Illinois $50,748 Oregon $50,559 Delaware $50,419

New Hampshire $50,332 Virginia $50,136 Pennsylvania $49,563 Nevada $49,274 North Dakota $49,180 Michigan $49,030 Wisconsin $48,975 Vermont $48,866

Texas $48,562 Maine $48,542 Arizona $48,512 Ohio $48,478 Georgia $48,020 Indiana $47,791 Wyoming $47,746 Utah $47,676

Iowa $47,646 Kansas $47,407 Louisiana $47,337 North Carolina $47,313 Missouri $47,303 Florida $47,108 Montana $47,004 Nebraska $46,904

Kentucky $46,850 South Carolina $46,650 Tennessee $46,526 Idaho $46,476 New Mexico $46,113 Oklahoma $46,033 Alabama $45,739 South Dakota $45,246

Arkansas $44,978 West Virginia $44,833 Mississippi $44,400

Top Paying Cities for Machine Loader/Unloaders

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: $50,192
Little Creek: $50,560
Magnolia: $50,487

Lincoln, DE $50,192 Little Creek, DE $50,560 Magnolia, DE $50,487 Milford, DE $50,320 Marydel, DE $50,402 Millsboro, DE $49,982 Millville, DE $50,059 Milton, DE $50,145

Nassau, DE $50,182 Ocean View, DE $50,050 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,146 Seaford, DE $50,175 Selbyville, DE $49,967 Smyrna, DE $50,595 Viola, DE $50,362 Woodside, DE $50,497

Bear, DE $50,380 Newark, DE $50,362 Claymont, DE $50,465 Delaware City, DE $50,412 Hockessin, DE $50,357 Kirkwood, DE $50,402 Middletown, DE $50,422 Montchanin, DE $50,369

New Castle, DE $50,376 Odessa, DE $50,447 Port Penn, DE $50,481 Rockland, DE $50,373 Saint Georges, DE $50,406 Townsend, DE $50,484 Winterthur, DE $50,379 Lewes, DE $50,165

Wilmington, DE $50,360 Dover, DE $50,560 Dover Afb, DE $50,293 Bethany Beach, DE $49,998 Bethel, DE $50,049 Bridgeville, DE $50,167 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,417 Cheswold, DE $50,543

Clayton, DE $50,545 Dagsboro, DE $49,963 Delmar, DE $49,883 Ellendale, DE $50,034 Felton, DE $50,316 Fenwick Island, DE $49,974 Frankford, DE $49,887 Frederica, DE $50,366

Georgetown, DE $49,944 Greenwood, DE $50,175 Harbeson, DE $49,997 Harrington, DE $50,252 Hartly, DE $50,408 Houston, DE $50,180 Kenton, DE $50,547 Laurel, DE $49,914

Yorklyn, DE $50,372

Machine Loader/Unloader Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Machine Loader/Unloader'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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$47,653

Average $50,419/year

$55,952

$3,971

Average $4,202/month

$4,663

$916

Average $970/week

$1,076

$23

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,952	$4,663	$1,076	$27
Average	$50,419	$4,202	$970	$24
25th Percentile	$47,653	$3,971	$916	$23

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