Cutter Salary in Connecticut

How much does a Cutter make in Connecticut?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cutter in Connecticut is $43,184 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,629
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,305 to $46,558
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,774
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Cutter Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $46,558 $3,880 $895 $22
Average $43,184 $3,599 $830 $21
25th Percentile $39,305 $3,275 $756 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Cutter Salaries

A Cutter'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 Experience Level Affects Cutter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cutter's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $43,345
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $44,097
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,563
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,720
  • Expert (over 8 years): $45,825
Levels Salary
Entry Level Cutter$43,345
Intermediate Level Cutter$44,097
Senior Level Cutter$45,563
Specialist Level Cutter$45,720
Expert Level Cutter$45,825
$43,345 0 yr
$44,097 < 2 yrs
$45,563 2-4 yrs
$45,720 5-8 yrs
$45,825 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Cutters

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:

  • Old Mystic: $42,499
  • Oneco: $42,390
  • Avon: $42,580

Cutter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cutter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Media and MFG Nondurable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Cutter positions in MFG Durable or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cutter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cutter

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Media$51,821$25.020%
MFG Nondurable$47,502$23.010%

Cutter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cutter'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

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  • Windham IGA

    Willimantic, CT

    Windham IGA | Willimantic, CT

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  • Costco Wholesale Corporation

    East Lyme, CT

    Costco Wholesale Corporation | East Lyme, CT

    Meat Cutter. Cuts and trims and prepares raw meat for sale using saws, knives, grinder, and tenderizer. Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties... more

    11 Days Ago

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation

    New Britain, CT

    Costco Wholesale Corporation | New Britain, CT

    Meat Cutter. Cuts and trims and prepares raw meat for sale using saws, knives, grinder, and tenderizer. Provides a high level of member service. Job Duties... more

    11 Days Ago

  • Caraluzzi's Markets

    Bethel, CT

    Caraluzzi's Markets | Bethel, CT

    Meat Cutter. For over 50 years the cornerstone of our business has been our meat department at Caraluzzi's. We offer some of the highest quality meats at g... more

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  • Costco Wholesale Corp.

    Brookfield, CT

    Costco Wholesale Corp. | Brookfield, CT

    Costco Wholesale Corp. Responsibilities: Cut and trim meat to Costco specification using band saw and knives. Operate tenderizing machine. Transfer cut and... more

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  • Costco Wholesale Corp.

    East Lyme, CT

    Costco Wholesale Corp. | East Lyme, CT

    Costco Wholesale Corp. Responsibilities: Cuts and trims meat to Costco specification using band saw and knives. Operates tenderizing machine. Transfers cut... more

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