Cnc Lathe Programmer Salary in the United States

How much does a Cnc Lathe Programmer make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cnc Lathe Programmer in the United States is $62,337 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Cnc Lathe Programmer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,463
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,401 to $68,161
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,175
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Cnc Lathe Programmer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $68,161 $5,680 $1,311 $33
Average $62,337 $5,195 $1,199 $30
25th Percentile $54,401 $4,533 $1,046 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Cnc Lathe Programmer Salaries

A Cnc Lathe Programmer'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Cnc Lathe Programmer 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 Cnc Lathe Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $69,019.
  • California: $68,757.
  • Massachusetts: $67,841.

Top Paying Cities for Cnc Lathe Programmers

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:

  • San Jose: $78,625
  • San Francisco: $77,764
  • Oakland: $76,125

What Skills Can Increase a Cnc Lathe Programmer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Process Improvement (Mentioned in 1.66% Job Postings): Analyzing and improving existing processes and workflows to minimize process errors and streamline organizational efficiency.
  • Continuous Improvement (Mentioned in 1.39% Job Postings): A continual improvement process, also often called a continuous improvement process (abbreviated as CIP or CI), is an ongoing effort to improve products, services, or processes. These efforts can seek "incremental" improvement over time or "breakthrough" improvement all at once. Delivery (customer valued) processes are constantly evaluated and improved in the light of their efficiency, effectiveness and flexibility. Some see CIPs as a meta-process for most management systems (such as business process management, quality management, project management, and program management). W. Edwards Deming, a pioneer of the field, saw it as part of the 'system' whereby feedback from the process and customer were evaluated against organisational goals. The fact that it can be called a management process does not mean that it needs to be executed by 'management'; but rather merely that it makes decisions about the implementation of the delivery process and the design of the delivery process itself.
  • Quality Control (Mentioned in 0.87% Job Postings): Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Process Improvement 1.66%
Continuous Improvement 1.39%
Quality Control 0.87%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Cnc Lathe Programmer's salary.
  • Decision Making: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Mechanical Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Manufacturing Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Decision Making
$69,817
12%
Mechanical Engineering
$68,570
10%
Manufacturing Engineering
$67,324
8%
Production Schedule
$66,700
7%
Project Management
$66,700
7%
Innovation
$66,077
6%
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Cnc Lathe Programmer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cnc Lathe Programmer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Cnc Lathe Programmer positions in MFG Nondurable or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cnc Lathe Programmer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cnc Lathe Programmer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$71,687$34.015%
MFG Durable$65,453$31.05%

How Education impacts a Cnc Lathe Programmer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Cnc Lathe Programmers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Cnc Lathe Programmer with a Associate's Degree is between $58,976 and $63,644).

Cnc Lathe Programmer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Cnc Lathe Programmer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.2%
High School 66.3%
Associates 19.9%
Bachelors 11.4%
Masters 1.2%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Cnc Lathe Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cnc Lathe Programmer'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Cnc Lathe Programmer

Salaries for a Cnc Lathe Programmer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $57,908 in 2023 to around $57,140 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Cnc Lathe Programmer salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Cnc Lathe Programmer Over Time

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$57,908
2024
$57,475
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FAQ about Cnc Lathe Programmer

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Cnc Lathe Programmer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Cnc Lathe Programmer roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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