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

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

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

Sewing Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sewing Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $43,532, California $43,367, Massachusetts $42,789. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sewing Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Sewing Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Sewing Machine Mechanic: $59,101; Sewing Machine Repair Technician: $57,477; Machine Operator: $45,116; sewing Operator: $39,797; Industrial Sewing Machine Operator: $37,958.

Sewing Machine Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sewing Machine Operator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sewing Machine Operator in Delaware is $39,817 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,166
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,929 to $46,281
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,479

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Sewing Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,281	$3,857	$890	$22
Average	$39,817	$3,318	$766	$19
25th Percentile	$34,929	$2,911	$672	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Sewing Machine Operator Salaries

A Sewing Machine Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $43,532.
California: $43,367.
Massachusetts: $42,789.

District of Columbia $43,532 California $43,367 Massachusetts $42,789 Washington $42,632 New Jersey $42,616 Alaska $42,561 Connecticut $42,018 New York $41,798

Hawaii $41,094 Rhode Island $40,764 Maryland $40,540 Minnesota $40,233 Colorado $40,115 Illinois $40,076 Oregon $39,927 Delaware $39,817

New Hampshire $39,747 Virginia $39,593 Pennsylvania $39,140 Nevada $38,912 North Dakota $38,838 Michigan $38,720 Wisconsin $38,676 Vermont $38,590

Texas $38,350 Maine $38,334 Arizona $38,311 Ohio $38,283 Georgia $37,922 Indiana $37,741 Wyoming $37,705 Utah $37,650

Iowa $37,627 Kansas $37,438 Louisiana $37,383 North Carolina $37,363 Missouri $37,355 Florida $37,202 Montana $37,119 Nebraska $37,041

Kentucky $36,998 South Carolina $36,840 Tennessee $36,742 Idaho $36,703 New Mexico $36,416 Oklahoma $36,353 Alabama $36,121 South Dakota $35,732

Arkansas $35,519 West Virginia $35,405 Mississippi $35,063

Top Paying Cities for Sewing Machine 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: $39,637
Little Creek: $39,928
Magnolia: $39,870

Lincoln, DE $39,637 Little Creek, DE $39,928 Magnolia, DE $39,870 Milford, DE $39,738 Marydel, DE $39,803 Millsboro, DE $39,471 Millville, DE $39,532 Milton, DE $39,600

Nassau, DE $39,629 Ocean View, DE $39,525 Rehoboth Beach, DE $39,601 Seaford, DE $39,624 Selbyville, DE $39,460 Smyrna, DE $39,955 Viola, DE $39,771 Woodside, DE $39,878

Bear, DE $39,786 Newark, DE $39,771 Claymont, DE $39,852 Delaware City, DE $39,811 Hockessin, DE $39,767 Kirkwood, DE $39,803 Middletown, DE $39,819 Montchanin, DE $39,777

New Castle, DE $39,782 Odessa, DE $39,838 Port Penn, DE $39,865 Rockland, DE $39,780 Saint Georges, DE $39,806 Townsend, DE $39,867 Winterthur, DE $39,785 Lewes, DE $39,616

Wilmington, DE $39,769 Dover, DE $39,928 Dover Afb, DE $39,717 Bethany Beach, DE $39,484 Bethel, DE $39,525 Bridgeville, DE $39,618 Camden Wyoming, DE $39,815 Cheswold, DE $39,915

Clayton, DE $39,916 Dagsboro, DE $39,456 Delmar, DE $39,393 Ellendale, DE $39,512 Felton, DE $39,735 Fenwick Island, DE $39,465 Frankford, DE $39,396 Frederica, DE $39,774

Georgetown, DE $39,441 Greenwood, DE $39,624 Harbeson, DE $39,483 Harrington, DE $39,685 Hartly, DE $39,808 Houston, DE $39,628 Kenton, DE $39,918 Laurel, DE $39,418

Yorklyn, DE $39,779

Sewing Machine Operator Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Sewing Machine Operator salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $39,817. While startup companies pay approximate $39,817.

Sewing Machine Operator Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$39,817
Growth Stage	51~500	$39,817
Established	501~5000	$39,817
Enterprise	5000+	$39,817

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

Understanding how a Sewing Machine 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 July 01, 2026

$34,929

Average $39,817/year

$46,281

$2,911

Average $3,318/month

$3,857

$672

Average $766/week

$890

$17

Average $19/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,281	$3,857	$890	$22
Average	$39,817	$3,318	$766	$19
25th Percentile	$34,929	$2,911	$672	$17

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