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

A Line Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $44,474 for beginners, reaching about $45,959 at mid-level, and approach $48,460 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Line Operator?

Line Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Line Operator roles are District of Columbia $50,638, California $50,446, Massachusetts $49,774. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Line Operator roles make?

Salaries for Line Operator level roles vary by specialization: Line Operator - 1st: $55,381; Paint Line Operator: $50,473; Assistant Canning Line Operator: $44,480; Bottling Line Operator: $44,008; Assistant Line Operator: $43,915.

Line Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Line Operator make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Line Operator in Delaware is $46,316 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,600
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,841 to $51,176
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,766

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Line Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,176	$4,265	$984	$25
Average	$46,316	$3,860	$891	$22
25th Percentile	$41,841	$3,487	$805	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Line Operator Salaries

A Line 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 Experience Level Affects Line Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Line Operator'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): $44,474
Early Career (1-2 years): $44,609
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,959
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,746
Expert (over 8 years): $48,460

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Line Operator	$44,474
Intermediate Level Line Operator	$44,609
Senior Level Line Operator	$45,959
Specialist Level Line Operator	$47,746
Expert Level Line Operator	$48,460

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

District of Columbia: $50,638.
California: $50,446.
Massachusetts: $49,774.

District of Columbia $50,638 California $50,446 Massachusetts $49,774 Washington $49,591 New Jersey $49,573 Alaska $49,509 Connecticut $48,877 New York $48,621

Hawaii $47,803 Rhode Island $47,418 Maryland $47,158 Minnesota $46,801 Colorado $46,664 Illinois $46,618 Oregon $46,444 Delaware $46,316

New Hampshire $46,236 Virginia $46,056 Pennsylvania $45,530 Nevada $45,264 North Dakota $45,177 Michigan $45,040 Wisconsin $44,990 Vermont $44,889

Texas $44,610 Maine $44,592 Arizona $44,565 Ohio $44,533 Georgia $44,112 Indiana $43,901 Wyoming $43,860 Utah $43,796

Iowa $43,769 Kansas $43,549 Louisiana $43,485 North Carolina $43,462 Missouri $43,453 Florida $43,275 Montana $43,179 Nebraska $43,087

Kentucky $43,037 South Carolina $42,854 Tennessee $42,740 Idaho $42,694 New Mexico $42,360 Oklahoma $42,287 Alabama $42,017 South Dakota $41,564

Arkansas $41,317 West Virginia $41,185 Mississippi $40,787

Top Paying Cities for Line 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: $47,935
Little Creek: $47,492
Magnolia: $47,688

Lincoln, DE $47,935 Little Creek, DE $47,492 Magnolia, DE $47,688 Milford, DE $47,935 Marydel, DE $47,313 Millsboro, DE $47,935 Millville, DE $48,255 Milton, DE $47,935

Nassau, DE $47,935 Ocean View, DE $48,255 Rehoboth Beach, DE $48,255 Seaford, DE $47,432 Selbyville, DE $48,255 Smyrna, DE $47,258 Viola, DE $47,688 Woodside, DE $47,551

Bear, DE $46,911 Newark, DE $46,929 Claymont, DE $46,966 Delaware City, DE $46,929 Hockessin, DE $46,966 Kirkwood, DE $46,929 Middletown, DE $47,162 Montchanin, DE $46,966

New Castle, DE $46,966 Odessa, DE $47,226 Port Penn, DE $46,801 Rockland, DE $46,966 Saint Georges, DE $46,929 Townsend, DE $47,158 Winterthur, DE $46,966 Lewes, DE $47,935

Wilmington, DE $46,966 Dover, DE $47,469 Dover Afb, DE $47,579 Bethany Beach, DE $48,255 Bethel, DE $47,432 Bridgeville, DE $47,935 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,519 Cheswold, DE $47,359

Clayton, DE $47,240 Dagsboro, DE $48,255 Delmar, DE $47,432 Ellendale, DE $47,935 Felton, DE $47,935 Fenwick Island, DE $48,255 Frankford, DE $48,255 Frederica, DE $47,935

Georgetown, DE $47,935 Greenwood, DE $47,935 Harbeson, DE $47,935 Harrington, DE $47,935 Hartly, DE $47,217 Houston, DE $47,935 Kenton, DE $47,240 Laurel, DE $47,432

Yorklyn, DE $46,966

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

Understanding how a Line 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 January 01, 2026

$41,841

Average $46,316/year

$51,176

$3,487

Average $3,860/month

$4,265

$805

Average $891/week

$984

$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,176	$4,265	$984	$25
Average	$46,316	$3,860	$891	$22
25th Percentile	$41,841	$3,487	$805	$20

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