What are the main factors that influence a Machine Programmer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Machine Programmer's salary?

A Machine Programmer's salary grows with experience: a Machinist I (0-1 years)earns $50,607, a Machine Programmer (1-3 years)earns $64,500, a Machinist III (3-5 years)earns $72,335, a Machinist IV (5-7 years)earns $80,725, a Machine Shop Production Supervisor I (7+ years)earns $72,300,

What are the highest paying states for a Machine Programmer?

Machine Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Machine Programmer roles are District of Columbia $63,076, California $62,836, Massachusetts $61,999. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Machine Programmer roles make?

Salaries for Machine Programmer level roles vary by specialization: Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer IV: $109,443; CNC Programmer, Lead: $109,430; CNC Machine Programmer IV: $109,422; Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Programmer III: $85,263; CNC Machine Programmer III: $85,245.

Machine Programmer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Machine Programmer make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Machine Programmer in District of Columbia is $63,076 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,256
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,240 to $69,451
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,016

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Machine Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,451	$5,788	$1,336	$33
Average	$63,076	$5,256	$1,213	$30
25th Percentile	$56,240	$4,687	$1,082	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Machine Programmer Salaries

A Machine 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Machine Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Machine Programmer'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): $50,607
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,500
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,335
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $80,725
Expert (over 8 years): $72,300

Levels	Salary
Machinist... Level Machine Programmer	$50,607
Machine P... Level Machine Programmer	$64,500
Machinist... Level Machine Programmer	$72,335
Machinist... Level Machine Programmer	$80,725
Machine S... Level Machine Programmer	$72,300

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

District of Columbia: $63,076.
California: $62,836.
Massachusetts: $61,999.

District of Columbia $63,076 California $62,836 Massachusetts $61,999 Washington $61,771 New Jersey $61,748 Alaska $61,669 Connecticut $60,882 New York $60,563

Hawaii $59,544 Rhode Island $59,065 Maryland $58,740 Minnesota $58,296 Colorado $58,125 Illinois $58,068 Oregon $57,852 Delaware $57,692

New Hampshire $57,592 Virginia $57,367 Pennsylvania $56,712 Nevada $56,382 North Dakota $56,274 Michigan $56,103 Wisconsin $56,040 Vermont $55,915

Texas $55,567 Maine $55,544 Arizona $55,510 Ohio $55,470 Georgia $54,946 Indiana $54,684 Wyoming $54,633 Utah $54,553

Iowa $54,519 Kansas $54,246 Louisiana $54,166 North Carolina $54,137 Missouri $54,126 Florida $53,904 Montana $53,784 Nebraska $53,670

Kentucky $53,607 South Carolina $53,380 Tennessee $53,237 Idaho $53,180 New Mexico $52,764 Oklahoma $52,673 Alabama $52,337 South Dakota $51,773

Arkansas $51,465 West Virginia $51,300 Mississippi $50,805

Top Paying Cities for Machine 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:

Parcel Return Service: $63,076
Washington: $63,076
Naval Anacost Annex: $63,076

Parcel Return Service, DC $63,076 Washington, DC $63,076 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $63,076 Washington Navy Yard, DC $63,076

Machine Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Machine 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 April 01, 2026

$56,240

Average $63,076/year

$69,451

$4,687

Average $5,256/month

$5,788

$1,082

Average $1,213/week

$1,336

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,451	$5,788	$1,336	$33
Average	$63,076	$5,256	$1,213	$30
25th Percentile	$56,240	$4,687	$1,082	$27

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