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

A Screw Machine Operator's salary grows with experience: a Screw Machine Operator (0-1 years)earns $41,078, a Machine Operator II (1-3 years)earns $45,651, a Machine Operator III (3-5 years)earns $51,794, a Machine Operator IV (5-7 years)earns $55,667, a Machine Operator Supervisor (7+ years)earns $80,853,

What are the highest paying states for a Screw Machine Operator?

Screw Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Screw Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $45,168, California $44,997, Massachusetts $44,397. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Screw Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Screw Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Machine Operator IV: $55,451; Senior Machine Operator: $51,600; Machine Operator III: $51,593; Machine Operator II: $45,474; Machine Operator: $45,116.

Screw Machine Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Screw Machine Operator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Screw Machine Operator in Delaware is $41,313 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,411
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,989 to $44,505
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,963

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Screw Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,505	$3,709	$856	$21
Average	$41,313	$3,443	$794	$20
25th Percentile	$37,989	$3,166	$731	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Screw Machine Operator Salaries

A Screw Machine 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 Screw Machine Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Screw Machine 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): $41,078
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,651
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,794
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $55,667
Expert (over 8 years): $80,853

Levels	Salary
Screw Mac... Level Screw Machine Operator	$41,078
Machine O... Level Screw Machine Operator	$45,651
Machine O... Level Screw Machine Operator	$51,794
Machine O... Level Screw Machine Operator	$55,667
Machine O... Level Screw Machine Operator	$80,853

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

District of Columbia: $45,168.
California: $44,997.
Massachusetts: $44,397.

District of Columbia $45,168 California $44,997 Massachusetts $44,397 Washington $44,234 New Jersey $44,217 Alaska $44,160 Connecticut $43,597 New York $43,369

Hawaii $42,639 Rhode Island $42,296 Maryland $42,064 Minnesota $41,745 Colorado $41,623 Illinois $41,582 Oregon $41,427 Delaware $41,313

New Hampshire $41,241 Virginia $41,080 Pennsylvania $40,611 Nevada $40,375 North Dakota $40,297 Michigan $40,175 Wisconsin $40,130 Vermont $40,040

Texas $39,791 Maine $39,775 Arizona $39,750 Ohio $39,722 Georgia $39,347 Indiana $39,159 Wyoming $39,122 Utah $39,065

Iowa $39,041 Kansas $38,845 Louisiana $38,788 North Carolina $38,767 Missouri $38,759 Florida $38,600 Montana $38,514 Nebraska $38,433

Kentucky $38,388 South Carolina $38,225 Tennessee $38,123 Idaho $38,082 New Mexico $37,784 Oklahoma $37,719 Alabama $37,478 South Dakota $37,074

Arkansas $36,854 West Virginia $36,736 Mississippi $36,381

Top Paying Cities for Screw Machine 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: $41,127
Little Creek: $41,428
Magnolia: $41,368

Lincoln, DE $41,127 Little Creek, DE $41,428 Magnolia, DE $41,368 Milford, DE $41,231 Marydel, DE $41,299 Millsboro, DE $40,954 Millville, DE $41,018 Milton, DE $41,089

Nassau, DE $41,118 Ocean View, DE $41,011 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,089 Seaford, DE $41,113 Selbyville, DE $40,942 Smyrna, DE $41,456 Viola, DE $41,266 Woodside, DE $41,377

Bear, DE $41,281 Newark, DE $41,266 Claymont, DE $41,350 Delaware City, DE $41,307 Hockessin, DE $41,262 Kirkwood, DE $41,299 Middletown, DE $41,315 Montchanin, DE $41,271

New Castle, DE $41,277 Odessa, DE $41,335 Port Penn, DE $41,363 Rockland, DE $41,275 Saint Georges, DE $41,302 Townsend, DE $41,366 Winterthur, DE $41,280 Lewes, DE $41,104

Wilmington, DE $41,264 Dover, DE $41,428 Dover Afb, DE $41,210 Bethany Beach, DE $40,967 Bethel, DE $41,010 Bridgeville, DE $41,106 Camden Wyoming, DE $41,311 Cheswold, DE $41,414

Clayton, DE $41,416 Dagsboro, DE $40,939 Delmar, DE $40,873 Ellendale, DE $40,997 Felton, DE $41,228 Fenwick Island, DE $40,948 Frankford, DE $40,876 Frederica, DE $41,269

Georgetown, DE $40,923 Greenwood, DE $41,113 Harbeson, DE $40,967 Harrington, DE $41,176 Hartly, DE $41,304 Houston, DE $41,117 Kenton, DE $41,418 Laurel, DE $40,899

Yorklyn, DE $41,274

Screw Machine Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Screw Machine Operator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Nondurable and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Screw Machine Operator positions in MFG Durable or Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Screw Machine Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Screw Machine Operator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable	$55,772	$27.0	35%
Financial Services	$53,707	$26.0	30%
Media	$51,641	$25.0	25%
Biotechnology	$49,575	$24.0	20%
Insurance	$47,510	$23.0	15%

Screw Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Screw Machine 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.

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$37,989

Average $41,313/year

$44,505

$3,166

Average $3,443/month

$3,709

$731

Average $794/week

$856

$18

Average $20/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,505	$3,709	$856	$21
Average	$41,313	$3,443	$794	$20
25th Percentile	$37,989	$3,166	$731	$18

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