What are the main factors that influence a Precision Grinder's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Precision Grinder?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Precision Grinder roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Precision Grinder's salary?

A Precision Grinder's salary grows with experience: starting around $51,680 for beginners, reaching about $52,202 at mid-level, and approach $54,626 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Precision Grinder?

Precision Grinder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Precision Grinder roles are District of Columbia $57,759, California $57,540, Massachusetts $56,773. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Precision Grinder roles make?

Salaries for Precision Grinder level roles vary by specialization: Tool Grinder: $67,925; ID Grinder: $52,200; OD Grinder: $52,170; Centerless Grinder: $47,886; Finish Grinder: $47,365.

Precision Grinder Salary in Delaware

How much does a Precision Grinder make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Precision Grinder in Delaware is $52,830 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Precision Grinder's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,279
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,328 to $58,299
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,139

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Precision Grinder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,299	$4,858	$1,121	$28
Average	$52,830	$4,402	$1,016	$25
25th Percentile	$49,328	$4,111	$949	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Precision Grinder Salaries

A Precision Grinder'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 Precision Grinder Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Precision Grinder'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): $51,680
Early Career (1-2 years): $51,784
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,202
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $52,830
Expert (over 8 years): $54,626

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Precision Grinder	$51,680
Intermediate Level Precision Grinder	$51,784
Senior Level Precision Grinder	$52,202
Specialist Level Precision Grinder	$52,830
Expert Level Precision Grinder	$54,626

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How Do Precision Grinder 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 Precision Grinders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,759.
California: $57,540.
Massachusetts: $56,773.

District of Columbia $57,759 California $57,540 Massachusetts $56,773 Washington $56,565 New Jersey $56,544 Alaska $56,471 Connecticut $55,751 New York $55,459

Hawaii $54,525 Rhode Island $54,087 Maryland $53,789 Minnesota $53,382 Colorado $53,226 Illinois $53,174 Oregon $52,976 Delaware $52,830

New Hampshire $52,738 Virginia $52,532 Pennsylvania $51,932 Nevada $51,630 North Dakota $51,531 Michigan $51,374 Wisconsin $51,317 Vermont $51,202

Texas $50,884 Maine $50,863 Arizona $50,832 Ohio $50,795 Georgia $50,315 Indiana $50,075 Wyoming $50,028 Utah $49,955

Iowa $49,924 Kansas $49,673 Louisiana $49,600 North Carolina $49,574 Missouri $49,564 Florida $49,360 Montana $49,251 Nebraska $49,147

Kentucky $49,089 South Carolina $48,880 Tennessee $48,750 Idaho $48,698 New Mexico $48,317 Oklahoma $48,234 Alabama $47,926 South Dakota $47,409

Arkansas $47,128 West Virginia $46,976 Mississippi $46,523

Top Paying Cities for Precision Grinders

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: $52,592
Little Creek: $52,977
Magnolia: $52,900

Lincoln, DE $52,592 Little Creek, DE $52,977 Magnolia, DE $52,900 Milford, DE $52,725 Marydel, DE $52,812 Millsboro, DE $52,371 Millville, DE $52,452 Milton, DE $52,543

Nassau, DE $52,581 Ocean View, DE $52,443 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,544 Seaford, DE $52,573 Selbyville, DE $52,356 Smyrna, DE $53,013 Viola, DE $52,769 Woodside, DE $52,911

Bear, DE $52,789 Newark, DE $52,769 Claymont, DE $52,877 Delaware City, DE $52,822 Hockessin, DE $52,764 Kirkwood, DE $52,812 Middletown, DE $52,832 Montchanin, DE $52,776

New Castle, DE $52,784 Odessa, DE $52,858 Port Penn, DE $52,894 Rockland, DE $52,782 Saint Georges, DE $52,815 Townsend, DE $52,897 Winterthur, DE $52,788 Lewes, DE $52,563

Wilmington, DE $52,767 Dover, DE $52,977 Dover Afb, DE $52,698 Bethany Beach, DE $52,388 Bethel, DE $52,442 Bridgeville, DE $52,566 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,827 Cheswold, DE $52,959

Clayton, DE $52,961 Dagsboro, DE $52,351 Delmar, DE $52,267 Ellendale, DE $52,426 Felton, DE $52,721 Fenwick Island, DE $52,363 Frankford, DE $52,271 Frederica, DE $52,773

Georgetown, DE $52,331 Greenwood, DE $52,574 Harbeson, DE $52,387 Harrington, DE $52,654 Hartly, DE $52,818 Houston, DE $52,579 Kenton, DE $52,964 Laurel, DE $52,300

Yorklyn, DE $52,780

Precision Grinder Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Precision Grinder salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $58,148. While startup companies pay approximate $49,204.

Precision Grinder Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$49,204
Growth Stage	51~500	$52,025
Established	501~5000	$56,162
Enterprise	5000+	$58,148

Precision Grinder Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Precision Grinder roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Aerospace & Defense, offers compensation 50% above the average. Conversely, Precision Grinder positions in Construction typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Precision Grinder as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Precision Grinder

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$79,244	$38.0	50%

Precision Grinder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Precision Grinder'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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$49,328

Average $52,830/year

$58,299

$4,111

Average $4,402/month

$4,858

$949

Average $1,016/week

$1,121

$24

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,299	$4,858	$1,121	$28
Average	$52,830	$4,402	$1,016	$25
25th Percentile	$49,328	$4,111	$949	$24

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