What are the main factors that influence a Wood 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 Wood Machine Operator?

Wood Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Wood Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $39,406, California $39,256, Massachusetts $38,733. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Wood Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Machine Operator IV: $65,152; Senior Machine Operator: $51,570; Machine Operator III: $51,565; Machine Operator II: $45,469; Machine Operator: $45,108.

Wood Machine Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Wood Machine Operator make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Wood Machine Operator in Delaware is $36,042 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,258
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $27,033 to $45,054
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $18,830

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Wood Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,054	$3,754	$866	$22
Average	$36,042	$3,004	$693	$17
25th Percentile	$27,033	$2,253	$520	$13

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Key Factors That Influence Wood Machine Operator Salaries

A Wood 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 Wood 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 Wood Machine Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $39,406.
California: $39,256.
Massachusetts: $38,733.

District of Columbia $39,406 California $39,256 Massachusetts $38,733 Washington $38,591 New Jersey $38,576 Alaska $38,527 Connecticut $38,035 New York $37,836

Hawaii $37,199 Rhode Island $36,900 Maryland $36,697 Minnesota $36,420 Colorado $36,313 Illinois $36,277 Oregon $36,142 Delaware $36,042

New Hampshire $35,980 Virginia $35,840 Pennsylvania $35,430 Nevada $35,224 North Dakota $35,156 Michigan $35,049 Wisconsin $35,010 Vermont $34,932

Texas $34,715 Maine $34,701 Arizona $34,679 Ohio $34,654 Georgia $34,327 Indiana $34,163 Wyoming $34,131 Utah $34,081

Iowa $34,060 Kansas $33,889 Louisiana $33,839 North Carolina $33,822 Missouri $33,814 Florida $33,676 Montana $33,601 Nebraska $33,530

Kentucky $33,491 South Carolina $33,348 Tennessee $33,259 Idaho $33,224 New Mexico $32,964 Oklahoma $32,907 Alabama $32,697 South Dakota $32,345

Arkansas $32,152 West Virginia $32,049 Mississippi $31,739

Top Paying Cities for Wood 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: $37,302
Little Creek: $36,957
Magnolia: $37,110

Lincoln, DE $37,302 Little Creek, DE $36,957 Magnolia, DE $37,110 Milford, DE $37,302 Marydel, DE $36,818 Millsboro, DE $37,302 Millville, DE $37,551 Milton, DE $37,302

Nassau, DE $37,302 Ocean View, DE $37,551 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,551 Seaford, DE $36,911 Selbyville, DE $37,551 Smyrna, DE $36,776 Viola, DE $37,110 Woodside, DE $37,003

Bear, DE $36,505 Newark, DE $36,519 Claymont, DE $36,548 Delaware City, DE $36,519 Hockessin, DE $36,548 Kirkwood, DE $36,519 Middletown, DE $36,701 Montchanin, DE $36,548

New Castle, DE $36,548 Odessa, DE $36,751 Port Penn, DE $36,420 Rockland, DE $36,548 Saint Georges, DE $36,519 Townsend, DE $36,697 Winterthur, DE $36,548 Lewes, DE $37,302

Wilmington, DE $36,548 Dover, DE $36,939 Dover Afb, DE $37,025 Bethany Beach, DE $37,551 Bethel, DE $36,911 Bridgeville, DE $37,302 Camden Wyoming, DE $36,978 Cheswold, DE $36,854

Clayton, DE $36,761 Dagsboro, DE $37,551 Delmar, DE $36,911 Ellendale, DE $37,302 Felton, DE $37,302 Fenwick Island, DE $37,551 Frankford, DE $37,551 Frederica, DE $37,302

Georgetown, DE $37,302 Greenwood, DE $37,302 Harbeson, DE $37,302 Harrington, DE $37,302 Hartly, DE $36,744 Houston, DE $37,302 Kenton, DE $36,761 Laurel, DE $36,911

Yorklyn, DE $36,548

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

Understanding how a Wood 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 January 01, 2026

$27,033

Average $36,042/year

$45,054

$2,253

Average $3,004/month

$3,754

$520

Average $693/week

$866

$13

Average $17/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,054	$3,754	$866	$22
Average	$36,042	$3,004	$693	$17
25th Percentile	$27,033	$2,253	$520	$13

Wood Machine Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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

Wood Machine Operator Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Injection Molding Machine Operator III	$57,309	59%
Machine Operator III	$52,220	45%
Machinist III	$66,471	84%
CNC Machine Operator II	$63,416	76%

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