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

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 $54,324, a Machine Mechanic (1-3 years)earns $60,350, a Facilities Mechanic Technician III (3-5 years)earns $67,365, a Facilities Mechanic Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $77,416, a Facilities Mechanic Supervisor (7+ years)earns $83,792,

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 $66,646, California $66,393, Massachusetts $65,508. 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: $59,073; Mechanic 2 Engine Mechanic: $55,351; Mechanic: $53,536; Mechanic A: $52,189; Radio Mechanic: $50,050.

Machine Mechanic Salary in Delaware

How much does a Machine Mechanic make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Machine Mechanic in Delaware is $60,958 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): $76,751
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,621 to $69,224
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,853

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Machine Mechanic Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,224	$5,769	$1,331	$33
Average	$60,958	$5,080	$1,172	$29
25th Percentile	$54,621	$4,552	$1,050	$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): $54,324
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,350
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,365
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,416
Expert (over 8 years): $83,792

Levels	Salary
Facilitie... Level Machine Mechanic	$54,324
Machine M... Level Machine Mechanic	$60,350
Facilitie... Level Machine Mechanic	$67,365
Facilitie... Level Machine Mechanic	$77,416
Facilitie... Level Machine Mechanic	$83,792

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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: $66,646.
California: $66,393.
Massachusetts: $65,508.

District of Columbia $66,646 California $66,393 Massachusetts $65,508 Washington $65,267 New Jersey $65,243 Alaska $65,159 Connecticut $64,328 New York $63,991

Hawaii $62,914 Rhode Island $62,408 Maryland $62,065 Minnesota $61,596 Colorado $61,415 Illinois $61,355 Oregon $61,126 Delaware $60,958

New Hampshire $60,852 Virginia $60,614 Pennsylvania $59,922 Nevada $59,573 North Dakota $59,459 Michigan $59,278 Wisconsin $59,212 Vermont $59,080

Texas $58,712 Maine $58,688 Arizona $58,652 Ohio $58,610 Georgia $58,056 Indiana $57,779 Wyoming $57,725 Utah $57,641

Iowa $57,605 Kansas $57,316 Louisiana $57,232 North Carolina $57,202 Missouri $57,189 Florida $56,955 Montana $56,828 Nebraska $56,708

Kentucky $56,642 South Carolina $56,401 Tennessee $56,250 Idaho $56,190 New Mexico $55,751 Oklahoma $55,655 Alabama $55,299 South Dakota $54,703

Arkansas $54,378 West Virginia $54,204 Mississippi $53,680

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: $60,683
Little Creek: $61,127
Magnolia: $61,039

Lincoln, DE $60,683 Little Creek, DE $61,127 Magnolia, DE $61,039 Milford, DE $60,837 Marydel, DE $60,937 Millsboro, DE $60,428 Millville, DE $60,522 Milton, DE $60,626

Nassau, DE $60,670 Ocean View, DE $60,512 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,628 Seaford, DE $60,662 Selbyville, DE $60,411 Smyrna, DE $61,169 Viola, DE $60,888 Woodside, DE $61,051

Bear, DE $60,911 Newark, DE $60,888 Claymont, DE $61,012 Delaware City, DE $60,949 Hockessin, DE $60,882 Kirkwood, DE $60,937 Middletown, DE $60,961 Montchanin, DE $60,896

New Castle, DE $60,905 Odessa, DE $60,991 Port Penn, DE $61,032 Rockland, DE $60,902 Saint Georges, DE $60,941 Townsend, DE $61,035 Winterthur, DE $60,909 Lewes, DE $60,650

Wilmington, DE $60,885 Dover, DE $61,127 Dover Afb, DE $60,805 Bethany Beach, DE $60,448 Bethel, DE $60,510 Bridgeville, DE $60,653 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,955 Cheswold, DE $61,107

Clayton, DE $61,109 Dagsboro, DE $60,406 Delmar, DE $60,309 Ellendale, DE $60,492 Felton, DE $60,832 Fenwick Island, DE $60,419 Frankford, DE $60,313 Frederica, DE $60,893

Georgetown, DE $60,383 Greenwood, DE $60,663 Harbeson, DE $60,447 Harrington, DE $60,755 Hartly, DE $60,944 Houston, DE $60,669 Kenton, DE $61,112 Laurel, DE $60,347

Yorklyn, DE $60,900

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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$54,621

Average $60,958/year

$69,224

$4,552

Average $5,080/month

$5,769

$1,050

Average $1,172/week

$1,331

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,224	$5,769	$1,331	$33
Average	$60,958	$5,080	$1,172	$29
25th Percentile	$54,621	$4,552	$1,050	$26

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