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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Smt Operator?

The Chemicals industry offers the highest average compensation for Smt Operator roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Smt Operator's salary?

A Smt Operator's salary grows with experience: a Smt Operator (0-1 years)earns $35,685, a Surface Mount Tech Machine Operator II (1-3 years)earns $44,250, a Surface Mount Tech Machine Operator III (3-5 years)earns $49,217,

What are the highest paying states for a Smt Operator?

Smt Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Smt Operator roles are District of Columbia $38,294, California $38,148, Massachusetts $37,640. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Smt Operator roles make?

Salaries for Smt Operator level roles vary by specialization: SMT Process Engineer: $86,361; Smt Technician: $67,265; Smt Programmer: $62,123; Senior SMT Machine Operator: $49,500; SMT Machine Operator III: $49,460.

Smt Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Smt Operator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Smt Operator in Delaware is $35,025 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $40,103
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,858 to $37,683
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,973

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Smt Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,683	$3,140	$725	$18
Average	$35,025	$2,919	$674	$17
25th Percentile	$31,858	$2,655	$613	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Smt Operator Salaries

A Smt 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 Smt 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 Smt Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $38,294.
California: $38,148.
Massachusetts: $37,640.

District of Columbia $38,294 California $38,148 Massachusetts $37,640 Washington $37,502 New Jersey $37,488 Alaska $37,439 Connecticut $36,962 New York $36,768

Hawaii $36,149 Rhode Island $35,859 Maryland $35,662 Minnesota $35,392 Colorado $35,288 Illinois $35,254 Oregon $35,122 Delaware $35,025

New Hampshire $34,964 Virginia $34,828 Pennsylvania $34,430 Nevada $34,230 North Dakota $34,164 Michigan $34,060 Wisconsin $34,022 Vermont $33,946

Texas $33,735 Maine $33,721 Arizona $33,701 Ohio $33,676 Georgia $33,358 Indiana $33,199 Wyoming $33,168 Utah $33,120

Iowa $33,099 Kansas $32,933 Louisiana $32,884 North Carolina $32,867 Missouri $32,860 Florida $32,725 Montana $32,653 Nebraska $32,583

Kentucky $32,545 South Carolina $32,407 Tennessee $32,321 Idaho $32,286 New Mexico $32,034 Oklahoma $31,978 Alabama $31,774 South Dakota $31,432

Arkansas $31,245 West Virginia $31,145 Mississippi $30,844

Top Paying Cities for Smt 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: $34,868
Little Creek: $35,123
Magnolia: $35,072

Lincoln, DE $34,868 Little Creek, DE $35,123 Magnolia, DE $35,072 Milford, DE $34,956 Marydel, DE $35,013 Millsboro, DE $34,721 Millville, DE $34,775 Milton, DE $34,835

Nassau, DE $34,860 Ocean View, DE $34,769 Rehoboth Beach, DE $34,836 Seaford, DE $34,855 Selbyville, DE $34,711 Smyrna, DE $35,147 Viola, DE $34,985 Woodside, DE $35,079

Bear, DE $34,998 Newark, DE $34,985 Claymont, DE $35,057 Delaware City, DE $35,020 Hockessin, DE $34,982 Kirkwood, DE $35,013 Middletown, DE $35,027 Montchanin, DE $34,990

New Castle, DE $34,995 Odessa, DE $35,044 Port Penn, DE $35,068 Rockland, DE $34,993 Saint Georges, DE $35,016 Townsend, DE $35,070 Winterthur, DE $34,998 Lewes, DE $34,849

Wilmington, DE $34,984 Dover, DE $35,123 Dover Afb, DE $34,938 Bethany Beach, DE $34,732 Bethel, DE $34,768 Bridgeville, DE $34,850 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,024 Cheswold, DE $35,111

Clayton, DE $35,112 Dagsboro, DE $34,708 Delmar, DE $34,652 Ellendale, DE $34,758 Felton, DE $34,953 Fenwick Island, DE $34,716 Frankford, DE $34,655 Frederica, DE $34,988

Georgetown, DE $34,695 Greenwood, DE $34,856 Harbeson, DE $34,732 Harrington, DE $34,909 Hartly, DE $35,018 Houston, DE $34,859 Kenton, DE $35,114 Laurel, DE $34,674

Yorklyn, DE $34,992

Smt Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Smt Operator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Chemicals, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Smt Operator positions in MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Smt Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Smt Operator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Chemicals	$45,533	$22.0	30%

Smt Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Smt 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 August 01, 2026

$31,858

Average $35,025/year

$37,683

$2,655

Average $2,919/month

$3,140

$613

Average $674/week

$725

$15

Average $17/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,683	$3,140	$725	$18
Average	$35,025	$2,919	$674	$17
25th Percentile	$31,858	$2,655	$613	$15

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Smt Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Smt Operator make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Smt Operator Salaries

How Do Smt Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Smt Operators

Smt Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industry for a Smt Operator

Smt Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Smt Operator

Find Your Next Smt Operator Job

Cost of Living In Delaware

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