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 $51,824 for beginners, reaching about $53,486 at mid-level, and approach $53,912 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 Hawaii

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

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Machine Loader/Unloader in Hawaii is $52,037 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,946
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,182 to $57,747
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,582

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Machine Loader/Unloader Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,747	$4,812	$1,111	$28
Average	$52,037	$4,336	$1,001	$25
25th Percentile	$49,182	$4,098	$946	$24

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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): $51,824
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,634
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,486
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $53,742
Expert (over 8 years): $53,912

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Machine Loader/Unloader	$51,824
Intermediate Level Machine Loader/Unloader	$52,634
Senior Level Machine Loader/Unloader	$53,486
Specialist Level Machine Loader/Unloader	$53,742
Expert Level Machine Loader/Unloader	$53,912

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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:

Aiea: $51,756
Anahola: $51,077
Captain Cook: $51,026

Aiea, HI $51,756 Anahola, HI $51,077 Captain Cook, HI $51,026 Eleele, HI $51,181 Ewa Beach, HI $51,710 Kapolei, HI $51,668 Haiku, HI $51,115 Hakalau, HI $51,000

Haleiwa, HI $51,569 Hana, HI $50,993 Hanalei, HI $51,010 Hanamaulu, HI $51,114 Hanapepe, HI $51,178 Hauula, HI $51,648 Hawaii National Park, HI $51,060 Hawi, HI $51,144

Hilo, HI $51,109 Princeville, HI $51,103 Holualoa, HI $51,046 Honaunau, HI $50,958 Honokaa, HI $51,024 Honomu, HI $51,104 Hoolehua, HI $50,958 Kaaawa, HI $51,664

Kahuku, HI $51,554 Kahului, HI $51,233 Kailua, HI $51,739 Ocean View, HI $51,088 Waikoloa, HI $51,083 Keauhou, HI $51,046 Kailua Kona, HI $51,108 Kalaheo, HI $51,119

Kalaupapa, HI $50,911 Kamuela, HI $51,050 Kaneohe, HI $51,728 Kapaa, HI $51,175 Kaumakani, HI $51,202 Kaunakakai, HI $51,019 Keaau, HI $51,144 Kealakekua, HI $51,117

Kealia, HI $51,134 Kekaha, HI $51,082 Kihei, HI $51,181 Kilauea, HI $51,104 Kapaau, HI $51,066 Koloa, HI $51,127 Kualapuu, HI $51,004 Kunia, HI $51,652

Kurtistown, HI $51,118 Lahaina, HI $51,128 Laie, HI $51,599 Lanai City, HI $51,004 Laupahoehoe, HI $51,132 Lawai, HI $51,202 Lihue, HI $51,114 Makawao, HI $51,154

Makaweli, HI $51,001 Maunaloa, HI $50,881 Mountain View, HI $51,091 Naalehu, HI $50,988 Ninole, HI $50,954 Ookala, HI $50,970 Paauilo, HI $51,032 Pahala, HI $51,002

Pahoa, HI $51,070 Paia, HI $51,130 Papaaloa, HI $51,139 Papaikou, HI $51,033 Pearl City, HI $51,718 Pepeekeo, HI $51,132 Puunene, HI $51,233 Volcano, HI $51,060

Wahiawa, HI $51,630 Pukalani, HI $51,154 Mililani, HI $51,692 Kula, HI $51,049 Waialua, HI $51,541 Waianae, HI $51,589 Wailuku, HI $51,153 Waimanalo, HI $51,729

Waimea, HI $51,198 Waipahu, HI $51,696 Honolulu, HI $51,774 J B P H H, HI $51,765 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $51,657 Schofield Barracks, HI $51,643 Fort Shafter, HI $51,774 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $51,774

Camp H M Smith, HI $51,762 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $51,712 Wake Island, HI $51,774

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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$49,182

Average $52,037/year

$57,747

$4,098

Average $4,336/month

$4,812

$946

Average $1,001/week

$1,111

$24

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,747	$4,812	$1,111	$28
Average	$52,037	$4,336	$1,001	$25
25th Percentile	$49,182	$4,098	$946	$24

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