What are the main factors that influence a Cnc Router Operator's salary?

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

How does experience change A Cnc Router Operator's salary?

A Cnc Router Operator's salary grows with experience: a CNC Machine Operator I (1-3 years)earns $51,807, a Cnc Router Operator (3-5 years)earns $65,595, a CNC Machine Operator III (5-7 years)earns $74,608,

What are the highest paying states for a Cnc Router Operator?

Cnc Router Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cnc Router Operator roles are District of Columbia $68,567, California $68,307, Massachusetts $67,396. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cnc Router Operator roles make?

Salaries for Cnc Router Operator level roles vary by specialization: Cnc Programmer And Operator: $71,805; Router Operator: $71,455; Cnc Machine Operator: $63,991; CNC Mill Operator: $63,686; CNC Lathe Operator: $61,732.

Cnc Router Operator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Cnc Router Operator make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cnc Router Operator in Rhode Island is $64,207 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,563
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,544 to $71,198
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,478

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Cnc Router Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,198	$5,933	$1,369	$34
Average	$64,207	$5,351	$1,235	$31
25th Percentile	$57,544	$4,795	$1,107	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Cnc Router Operator Salaries

A Cnc Router Operator'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 Do Cnc Router 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 Cnc Router Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $68,567.
California: $68,307.
Massachusetts: $67,396.

District of Columbia $68,567 California $68,307 Massachusetts $67,396 Washington $67,149 New Jersey $67,124 Alaska $67,037 Connecticut $66,183 New York $65,836

Hawaii $64,727 Rhode Island $64,207 Maryland $63,854 Minnesota $63,371 Colorado $63,185 Illinois $63,123 Oregon $62,888 Delaware $62,715

New Hampshire $62,606 Virginia $62,362 Pennsylvania $61,649 Nevada $61,290 North Dakota $61,173 Michigan $60,987 Wisconsin $60,919 Vermont $60,782

Texas $60,405 Maine $60,380 Arizona $60,343 Ohio $60,299 Georgia $59,730 Indiana $59,445 Wyoming $59,389 Utah $59,302

Iowa $59,265 Kansas $58,968 Louisiana $58,881 North Carolina $58,850 Missouri $58,838 Florida $58,596 Montana $58,466 Nebraska $58,342

Kentucky $58,274 South Carolina $58,027 Tennessee $57,872 Idaho $57,810 New Mexico $57,358 Oklahoma $57,259 Alabama $56,893 South Dakota $56,280

Arkansas $55,946 West Virginia $55,766 Mississippi $55,227

Top Paying Cities for Cnc Router 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:

Adamsville: $65,010
Albion: $64,460
Ashaway: $64,886

Adamsville, RI $65,010 Albion, RI $64,460 Ashaway, RI $64,886 Barrington, RI $64,291 Block Island, RI $64,649 Bradford, RI $64,847 Bristol, RI $64,538 Carolina, RI $64,740

Charlestown, RI $64,764 Chepachet, RI $64,635 Clayville, RI $64,455 Coventry, RI $64,458 West Greenwich, RI $64,636 East Greenwich, RI $64,415 Exeter, RI $64,618 Fiskeville, RI $64,289

Forestdale, RI $64,785 Foster, RI $64,601 Glendale, RI $64,790 Greene, RI $64,686 Greenville, RI $64,314 Harmony, RI $64,397 Harrisville, RI $64,762 Hope, RI $64,330

Hope Valley, RI $64,829 Hopkinton, RI $64,915 Jamestown, RI $64,698 Kenyon, RI $64,732 Little Compton, RI $65,000 Manville, RI $64,545 Mapleville, RI $64,647 Newport, RI $64,763

Middletown, RI $64,792 North Kingstown, RI $64,525 North Scituate, RI $64,398 Oakland, RI $64,717 Pascoag, RI $64,805 Pawtucket, RI $64,195 Central Falls, RI $64,223 Cumberland, RI $64,588

Lincoln, RI $64,288 Portsmouth, RI $64,756 Prudence Island, RI $64,623 Rockville, RI $64,905 Saunderstown, RI $64,659 Shannock, RI $64,736 Slatersville, RI $64,785 Slocum, RI $64,657

Tiverton, RI $64,953 Wakefield, RI $64,714 Kingston, RI $64,689 Narragansett, RI $64,732 Peace Dale, RI $64,706 Warren, RI $64,457 Warwick, RI $64,277 Westerly, RI $64,902

West Kingston, RI $64,710 West Warwick, RI $64,356 Wood River Junction, RI $64,802 Woonsocket, RI $64,789 North Smithfield, RI $64,641 Wyoming, RI $64,736 Providence, RI $64,176 Cranston, RI $64,185

North Providence, RI $64,192 East Providence, RI $64,180 Riverside, RI $64,201 Rumford, RI $64,192 Smithfield, RI $64,322 Johnston, RI $64,214

Cnc Router Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cnc Router 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 May 01, 2026

$57,544

Average $64,207/year

$71,198

$4,795

Average $5,351/month

$5,933

$1,107

Average $1,235/week

$1,369

$28

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,198	$5,933	$1,369	$34
Average	$64,207	$5,351	$1,235	$31
25th Percentile	$57,544	$4,795	$1,107	$28

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