What are the main factors that influence a Machine Mechanic'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 Machine Mechanic?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Machine Mechanic roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Machine Mechanic's salary?

A Machine Mechanic's salary grows with experience: a Facilities Mechanic Technician I (0-1 years)earns $54,328, a Machine Mechanic (1-3 years)earns $60,358, a Facilities Mechanic Technician III (3-5 years)earns $67,375, a Facilities Mechanic Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $77,438, a Facilities Mechanic Supervisor (7+ years)earns $83,816,

What are the highest paying states for a Machine Mechanic?

Machine Mechanic salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Machine Mechanic roles are District of Columbia $66,655, California $66,402, Massachusetts $65,517. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Machine Mechanic roles make?

Salaries for Machine Mechanic level roles vary by specialization: Sewing Machine Mechanic: $59,101; Mechanic 2 Engine Mechanic: $55,354; Mechanic: $53,540; Mechanic A: $52,193; Radio Mechanic: $50,237.

Machine Mechanic Salary in Delaware

How much does a Machine Mechanic make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Machine Mechanic in Delaware is $60,966 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,769
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,637 to $69,238
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,875

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Machine Mechanic Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,238	$5,770	$1,332	$33
Average	$60,966	$5,081	$1,172	$29
25th Percentile	$54,637	$4,553	$1,051	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Machine Mechanic Salaries

A Machine Mechanic'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 Mechanic Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Machine Mechanic'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): $54,328
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,358
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,375
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,438
Expert (over 8 years): $83,816

Levels	Salary
Facilitie... Level Machine Mechanic	$54,328
Machine M... Level Machine Mechanic	$60,358
Facilitie... Level Machine Mechanic	$67,375
Facilitie... Level Machine Mechanic	$77,438
Facilitie... Level Machine Mechanic	$83,816

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

District of Columbia: $66,655.
California: $66,402.
Massachusetts: $65,517.

District of Columbia $66,655 California $66,402 Massachusetts $65,517 Washington $65,277 New Jersey $65,253 Alaska $65,168 Connecticut $64,337 New York $64,000

Hawaii $62,923 Rhode Island $62,417 Maryland $62,074 Minnesota $61,604 Colorado $61,424 Illinois $61,363 Oregon $61,135 Delaware $60,966

New Hampshire $60,860 Virginia $60,623 Pennsylvania $59,931 Nevada $59,582 North Dakota $59,467 Michigan $59,287 Wisconsin $59,220 Vermont $59,088

Texas $58,721 Maine $58,697 Arizona $58,660 Ohio $58,618 Georgia $58,064 Indiana $57,788 Wyoming $57,733 Utah $57,649

Iowa $57,613 Kansas $57,324 Louisiana $57,240 North Carolina $57,210 Missouri $57,198 Florida $56,963 Montana $56,836 Nebraska $56,716

Kentucky $56,650 South Carolina $56,409 Tennessee $56,258 Idaho $56,198 New Mexico $55,759 Oklahoma $55,662 Alabama $55,307 South Dakota $54,711

Arkansas $54,386 West Virginia $54,212 Mississippi $53,688

Top Paying Cities for Machine Mechanics

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: $60,692
Little Creek: $61,136
Magnolia: $61,048

Lincoln, DE $60,692 Little Creek, DE $61,136 Magnolia, DE $61,048 Milford, DE $60,846 Marydel, DE $60,946 Millsboro, DE $60,437 Millville, DE $60,530 Milton, DE $60,635

Nassau, DE $60,679 Ocean View, DE $60,520 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,636 Seaford, DE $60,671 Selbyville, DE $60,420 Smyrna, DE $61,178 Viola, DE $60,896 Woodside, DE $61,060

Bear, DE $60,919 Newark, DE $60,896 Claymont, DE $61,021 Delaware City, DE $60,957 Hockessin, DE $60,891 Kirkwood, DE $60,946 Middletown, DE $60,969 Montchanin, DE $60,905

New Castle, DE $60,914 Odessa, DE $60,999 Port Penn, DE $61,040 Rockland, DE $60,911 Saint Georges, DE $60,950 Townsend, DE $61,044 Winterthur, DE $60,918 Lewes, DE $60,659

Wilmington, DE $60,894 Dover, DE $61,136 Dover Afb, DE $60,814 Bethany Beach, DE $60,456 Bethel, DE $60,519 Bridgeville, DE $60,662 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,964 Cheswold, DE $61,116

Clayton, DE $61,118 Dagsboro, DE $60,414 Delmar, DE $60,317 Ellendale, DE $60,500 Felton, DE $60,841 Fenwick Island, DE $60,427 Frankford, DE $60,322 Frederica, DE $60,901

Georgetown, DE $60,391 Greenwood, DE $60,671 Harbeson, DE $60,456 Harrington, DE $60,764 Hartly, DE $60,953 Houston, DE $60,677 Kenton, DE $61,121 Laurel, DE $60,355

Yorklyn, DE $60,909

Machine Mechanic Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Machine Mechanic roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Machine Mechanic positions in Telecom or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Machine Mechanic as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Machine Mechanic

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$85,353	$41.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$79,256	$38.0	30%
Internet	$76,208	$37.0	25%
Financial Services	$73,159	$35.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$70,111	$34.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Machine Mechanic'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.

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$54,637

Average $60,966/year

$69,238

$4,553

Average $5,081/month

$5,770

$1,051

Average $1,172/week

$1,332

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,238	$5,770	$1,332	$33
Average	$60,966	$5,081	$1,172	$29
25th Percentile	$54,637	$4,553	$1,051	$26

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