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

A Manufacturing Operator's salary grows with experience: a Machine Operator I (0-1 years)earns $41,759, a Manufacturing Operator (1-3 years)earns $46,404, a Machine Operator III (3-5 years)earns $52,638, a Machine Operator IV (5-7 years)earns $56,603, a Machine Operator Supervisor (7+ years)earns $82,147,

What are the highest paying states for a Manufacturing Operator?

Manufacturing Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Manufacturing Operator roles are District of Columbia $49,943, California $49,754, Massachusetts $49,091. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Manufacturing Operator roles make?

Salaries for Manufacturing Operator level roles vary by specialization: Manufacturing Operator IV: $67,023; Manufacturing Associate Machine Operator: $55,812; Manufacturing Machine Operator IV: $55,500; Machine Operator IV: $55,465; Manufacturing Operator I: $53,869.

Manufacturing Operator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Manufacturing Operator make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manufacturing Operator in Rhode Island is $46,768 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,212
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,237 to $51,711
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,112

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Manufacturing Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,711	$4,309	$994	$25
Average	$46,768	$3,897	$899	$22
25th Percentile	$42,237	$3,520	$812	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Manufacturing Operator Salaries

A Manufacturing 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 Manufacturing Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manufacturing 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): $41,759
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,404
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,638
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,603
Expert (over 8 years): $82,147

Levels	Salary
Machine O... Level Manufacturing Operator	$41,759
Manufactu... Level Manufacturing Operator	$46,404
Machine O... Level Manufacturing Operator	$52,638
Machine O... Level Manufacturing Operator	$56,603
Machine O... Level Manufacturing Operator	$82,147

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

District of Columbia: $49,943.
California: $49,754.
Massachusetts: $49,091.

District of Columbia $49,943 California $49,754 Massachusetts $49,091 Washington $48,910 New Jersey $48,892 Alaska $48,829 Connecticut $48,207 New York $47,954

Hawaii $47,147 Rhode Island $46,768 Maryland $46,511 Minnesota $46,159 Colorado $46,023 Illinois $45,978 Oregon $45,807 Delaware $45,681

New Hampshire $45,601 Virginia $45,423 Pennsylvania $44,905 Nevada $44,643 North Dakota $44,557 Michigan $44,422 Wisconsin $44,372 Vermont $44,273

Texas $43,998 Maine $43,980 Arizona $43,953 Ohio $43,921 Georgia $43,506 Indiana $43,299 Wyoming $43,258 Utah $43,195

Iowa $43,168 Kansas $42,952 Louisiana $42,888 North Carolina $42,866 Missouri $42,857 Florida $42,681 Montana $42,586 Nebraska $42,496

Kentucky $42,446 South Carolina $42,266 Tennessee $42,153 Idaho $42,108 New Mexico $41,779 Oklahoma $41,707 Alabama $41,440 South Dakota $40,994

Arkansas $40,750 West Virginia $40,619 Mississippi $40,227

Top Paying Cities for Manufacturing 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:

Adamsville: $47,534
Albion: $46,745
Ashaway: $47,715

Adamsville, RI $47,534 Albion, RI $46,745 Ashaway, RI $47,715 Barrington, RI $46,745 Block Island, RI $47,467 Bradford, RI $47,683 Bristol, RI $46,700 Carolina, RI $47,295

Charlestown, RI $47,345 Chepachet, RI $46,655 Clayville, RI $46,700 Coventry, RI $46,655 West Greenwich, RI $46,623 East Greenwich, RI $46,686 Exeter, RI $47,683 Fiskeville, RI $46,745

Forestdale, RI $46,700 Foster, RI $46,623 Glendale, RI $46,623 Greene, RI $47,147 Greenville, RI $46,745 Harmony, RI $46,732 Harrisville, RI $46,655 Hope, RI $46,745

Hope Valley, RI $47,715 Hopkinton, RI $47,728 Jamestown, RI $47,250 Kenyon, RI $47,670 Little Compton, RI $47,516 Manville, RI $46,745 Mapleville, RI $46,623 Newport, RI $47,259

Middletown, RI $47,458 North Kingstown, RI $46,610 North Scituate, RI $46,732 Oakland, RI $46,668 Pascoag, RI $46,641 Pawtucket, RI $46,745 Central Falls, RI $46,745 Cumberland, RI $46,745

Lincoln, RI $46,745 Portsmouth, RI $47,070 Prudence Island, RI $46,655 Rockville, RI $47,728 Saunderstown, RI $47,277 Shannock, RI $47,656 Slatersville, RI $46,700 Slocum, RI $47,277

Tiverton, RI $47,548 Wakefield, RI $47,228 Kingston, RI $47,237 Narragansett, RI $47,246 Peace Dale, RI $47,228 Warren, RI $46,732 Warwick, RI $46,745 Westerly, RI $47,742

West Kingston, RI $47,264 West Warwick, RI $46,745 Wood River Junction, RI $47,683 Woonsocket, RI $46,700 North Smithfield, RI $46,732 Wyoming, RI $47,670 Providence, RI $46,745 Cranston, RI $46,745

North Providence, RI $46,745 East Providence, RI $46,745 Riverside, RI $46,745 Rumford, RI $46,745 Smithfield, RI $46,745 Johnston, RI $46,745

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

Understanding how a Manufacturing 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 April 01, 2026

$42,237

Average $46,768/year

$51,711

$3,520

Average $3,897/month

$4,309

$812

Average $899/week

$994

$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,711	$4,309	$994	$25
Average	$46,768	$3,897	$899	$22
25th Percentile	$42,237	$3,520	$812	$20

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