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 $39,818, California $39,667, Massachusetts $39,138. 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: $55,451; Senior Machine Operator: $51,600; Machine Operator III: $51,593; Intermediate Machine Operator: $45,500; Machine Operator II: $45,474.

Wood Machine Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Wood Machine Operator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Wood Machine Operator in Delaware is $36,419 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,815
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $27,315 to $45,525
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $19,027

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Wood Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,525	$3,794	$875	$22
Average	$36,419	$3,035	$700	$18
25th Percentile	$27,315	$2,276	$525	$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: $39,818.
California: $39,667.
Massachusetts: $39,138.

District of Columbia $39,818 California $39,667 Massachusetts $39,138 Washington $38,994 New Jersey $38,980 Alaska $38,929 Connecticut $38,433 New York $38,232

Hawaii $37,588 Rhode Island $37,286 Maryland $37,081 Minnesota $36,800 Colorado $36,693 Illinois $36,657 Oregon $36,520 Delaware $36,419

New Hampshire $36,356 Virginia $36,214 Pennsylvania $35,801 Nevada $35,592 North Dakota $35,524 Michigan $35,416 Wisconsin $35,376 Vermont $35,297

Texas $35,078 Maine $35,063 Arizona $35,042 Ohio $35,017 Georgia $34,686 Indiana $34,520 Wyoming $34,488 Utah $34,438

Iowa $34,416 Kansas $34,243 Louisiana $34,193 North Carolina $34,175 Missouri $34,168 Florida $34,028 Montana $33,952 Nebraska $33,880

Kentucky $33,841 South Carolina $33,697 Tennessee $33,607 Idaho $33,571 New Mexico $33,308 Oklahoma $33,251 Alabama $33,039 South Dakota $32,683

Arkansas $32,489 West Virginia $32,384 Mississippi $32,071

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: $36,255
Little Creek: $36,521
Magnolia: $36,468

Lincoln, DE $36,255 Little Creek, DE $36,521 Magnolia, DE $36,468 Milford, DE $36,347 Marydel, DE $36,407 Millsboro, DE $36,103 Millville, DE $36,159 Milton, DE $36,221

Nassau, DE $36,248 Ocean View, DE $36,153 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,222 Seaford, DE $36,243 Selbyville, DE $36,093 Smyrna, DE $36,546 Viola, DE $36,377 Woodside, DE $36,475

Bear, DE $36,391 Newark, DE $36,377 Claymont, DE $36,452 Delaware City, DE $36,414 Hockessin, DE $36,374 Kirkwood, DE $36,407 Middletown, DE $36,421 Montchanin, DE $36,383

New Castle, DE $36,388 Odessa, DE $36,439 Port Penn, DE $36,463 Rockland, DE $36,386 Saint Georges, DE $36,409 Townsend, DE $36,466 Winterthur, DE $36,390 Lewes, DE $36,235

Wilmington, DE $36,376 Dover, DE $36,521 Dover Afb, DE $36,328 Bethany Beach, DE $36,115 Bethel, DE $36,152 Bridgeville, DE $36,237 Camden Wyoming, DE $36,418 Cheswold, DE $36,509

Clayton, DE $36,510 Dagsboro, DE $36,089 Delmar, DE $36,032 Ellendale, DE $36,141 Felton, DE $36,344 Fenwick Island, DE $36,097 Frankford, DE $36,034 Frederica, DE $36,380

Georgetown, DE $36,076 Greenwood, DE $36,243 Harbeson, DE $36,114 Harrington, DE $36,298 Hartly, DE $36,411 Houston, DE $36,247 Kenton, DE $36,512 Laurel, DE $36,054

Yorklyn, DE $36,385

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

Wood Machine Operator salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $36,419. While startup companies pay approximate $36,419.

Wood Machine Operator Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$36,419
Growth Stage	51~500	$36,419
Established	501~5000	$36,419
Enterprise	5000+	$36,419

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 July 01, 2026

$27,315

Average $36,419/year

$45,525

$2,276

Average $3,035/month

$3,794

$525

Average $700/week

$875

$13

Average $18/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,525	$3,794	$875	$22
Average	$36,419	$3,035	$700	$18
25th Percentile	$27,315	$2,276	$525	$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	$57,367	58%
Machine Operator III	$52,248	43%
Machinist III	$66,584	83%
CNC Machine Operator II	$63,511	74%

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