What are the main factors that influence a Machine Operator IV'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 Operator 's salary?

A Machine Operator 's salary grows with experience: a Machine Operator II (1-3 years)earns $46,047, a Machine Operator III (3-5 years)earns $52,230, a Machine Operator IV (5-7 years)earns $56,179, a Machine Operator Supervisor (7+ years)earns $81,501, a Machine Operator Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $88,853,

What are the highest paying states for a Machine Operator IV?

Machine Operator IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Machine Operator IV roles are District of Columbia $61,421, California $61,188, Massachusetts $60,372. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Manufacturing Machine Operator IV: $55,500; Production Machine Operator IV: $55,480; Machine Operator III: $51,575; Machine Operator II: $45,470; Machine Operator: $45,111.

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Machine Operator IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Machine Operator IV make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Machine Operator IV in Delaware is $56,179 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,138
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,308 to $64,532
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,142

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Machine Operator IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,532	$5,378	$1,241	$31
Average	$56,179	$4,682	$1,080	$27
25th Percentile	$48,308	$4,026	$929	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Machine Operator IV Salaries

A Machine Operator IV'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 Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Machine Operator IV'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:

Machine Operator II (1-3 years): $46,047
Machine Operator III (3-5 years): $52,230
Machine Operator IV (5-7 years): $56,179
Machine Operator Supervisor (7+ years): $81,501
Machine Operator Senior Supervisor (7+ years): $88,853

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Machine Operator II	1-3 years	$46,047
Machine Operator III	3-5 years	$52,230
Machine Operator IV	5-7 years	$56,179
Machine Operator Supervisor	7+ years	$81,501
Machine Operator Senior Supervisor	7+ years	$88,853

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How Do Machine Operator IV 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 Operator IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,421.
California: $61,188.
Massachusetts: $60,372.

District of Columbia $61,421 California $61,188 Massachusetts $60,372 Washington $60,150 New Jersey $60,128 Alaska $60,051 Connecticut $59,285 New York $58,974

Hawaii $57,981 Rhode Island $57,515 Maryland $57,199 Minnesota $56,767 Colorado $56,600 Illinois $56,545 Oregon $56,334 Delaware $56,179

New Hampshire $56,081 Virginia $55,862 Pennsylvania $55,224 Nevada $54,903 North Dakota $54,797 Michigan $54,631 Wisconsin $54,570 Vermont $54,448

Texas $54,109 Maine $54,087 Arizona $54,054 Ohio $54,015 Georgia $53,505 Indiana $53,249 Wyoming $53,200 Utah $53,122

Iowa $53,089 Kansas $52,822 Louisiana $52,745 North Carolina $52,717 Missouri $52,706 Florida $52,489 Montana $52,373 Nebraska $52,262

Kentucky $52,201 South Carolina $51,979 Tennessee $51,840 Idaho $51,785 New Mexico $51,380 Oklahoma $51,291 Alabama $50,964 South Dakota $50,415

Arkansas $50,115 West Virginia $49,954 Mississippi $49,472

Top Paying Cities for Machine Operator IVs

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: $58,142
Little Creek: $57,604
Magnolia: $57,843

Lincoln, DE $58,142 Little Creek, DE $57,604 Magnolia, DE $57,843 Milford, DE $58,142 Marydel, DE $57,388 Millsboro, DE $58,142 Millville, DE $58,531 Milton, DE $58,142

Nassau, DE $58,142 Ocean View, DE $58,531 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,531 Seaford, DE $57,532 Selbyville, DE $58,531 Smyrna, DE $57,321 Viola, DE $57,843 Woodside, DE $57,676

Bear, DE $56,900 Newark, DE $56,922 Claymont, DE $56,966 Delaware City, DE $56,922 Hockessin, DE $56,966 Kirkwood, DE $56,922 Middletown, DE $57,205 Montchanin, DE $56,966

New Castle, DE $56,966 Odessa, DE $57,282 Port Penn, DE $56,767 Rockland, DE $56,966 Saint Georges, DE $56,922 Townsend, DE $57,199 Winterthur, DE $56,966 Lewes, DE $58,142

Wilmington, DE $56,966 Dover, DE $57,576 Dover Afb, DE $57,710 Bethany Beach, DE $58,531 Bethel, DE $57,532 Bridgeville, DE $58,142 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,637 Cheswold, DE $57,443

Clayton, DE $57,299 Dagsboro, DE $58,531 Delmar, DE $57,532 Ellendale, DE $58,142 Felton, DE $58,142 Fenwick Island, DE $58,531 Frankford, DE $58,531 Frederica, DE $58,142

Georgetown, DE $58,142 Greenwood, DE $58,142 Harbeson, DE $58,142 Harrington, DE $58,142 Hartly, DE $57,271 Houston, DE $58,142 Kenton, DE $57,299 Laurel, DE $57,532

Yorklyn, DE $56,966

Machine Operator IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Machine Operator IV'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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$48,308

Average $56,179/year

$64,532

$4,026

Average $4,682/month

$5,378

$929

Average $1,080/week

$1,241

$23

Average $27/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,532	$5,378	$1,241	$31
Average	$56,179	$4,682	$1,080	$27
25th Percentile	$48,308	$4,026	$929	$23

Machine Operator IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Machine Operator IV, 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.

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Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Machine Operator Supervisor	$81,501	45%
Machine Shop Production Supervisor I	$66,486	18%
Packaging Supervisor	$85,496	52%

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