What are the main factors that influence a 3D Printer 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 3D Printer Operator's salary?

A 3D Printer Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $45,343 for beginners, reaching about $46,766 at mid-level, and approach $47,117 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a 3D Printer Operator?

3D Printer Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for 3D Printer Operator roles are District of Columbia $49,791, California $49,602, Massachusetts $48,941. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of 3D Printer Operator roles make?

Salaries for 3D Printer Operator level roles vary by specialization: Printer Technician: $88,057; Photo Printer Installation Representative: $65,606; Printer Repair Technician: $61,599; Digital Printer Operator: $51,546; 3D Printer Sales Specialist: $51,287.

3D Printer Operator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a 3D Printer Operator make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a 3D Printer Operator in Rhode Island is $46,625 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a 3D Printer Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,302
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,352 to $51,690
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,372

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3D Printer Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,690	$4,308	$994	$25
Average	$46,625	$3,885	$897	$22
25th Percentile	$43,352	$3,613	$834	$21

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Key Factors That Influence 3D Printer Operator Salaries

A 3D Printer 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 3D Printer Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 3D Printer 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): $45,343
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,062
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,766
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,977
Expert (over 8 years): $47,117

Levels	Salary
Entry Level 3D Printer Operator	$45,343
Intermediate Level 3D Printer Operator	$46,062
Senior Level 3D Printer Operator	$46,766
Specialist Level 3D Printer Operator	$46,977
Expert Level 3D Printer Operator	$47,117

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How Do 3D Printer 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 3D Printer Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,791.
California: $49,602.
Massachusetts: $48,941.

District of Columbia $49,791 California $49,602 Massachusetts $48,941 Washington $48,761 New Jersey $48,743 Alaska $48,680 Connecticut $48,059 New York $47,808

Hawaii $47,003 Rhode Island $46,625 Maryland $46,369 Minnesota $46,018 Colorado $45,883 Illinois $45,838 Oregon $45,667 Delaware $45,541

New Hampshire $45,462 Virginia $45,285 Pennsylvania $44,768 Nevada $44,507 North Dakota $44,421 Michigan $44,286 Wisconsin $44,237 Vermont $44,138

Texas $43,864 Maine $43,846 Arizona $43,819 Ohio $43,787 Georgia $43,374 Indiana $43,167 Wyoming $43,126 Utah $43,063

Iowa $43,036 Kansas $42,820 Louisiana $42,757 North Carolina $42,735 Missouri $42,726 Florida $42,551 Montana $42,456 Nebraska $42,366

Kentucky $42,317 South Carolina $42,137 Tennessee $42,024 Idaho $41,979 New Mexico $41,651 Oklahoma $41,579 Alabama $41,314 South Dakota $40,869

Arkansas $40,626 West Virginia $40,495 Mississippi $40,104

Top Paying Cities for 3D Printer 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: $47,389
Albion: $46,602
Ashaway: $47,569

Adamsville, RI $47,389 Albion, RI $46,602 Ashaway, RI $47,569 Barrington, RI $46,602 Block Island, RI $47,322 Bradford, RI $47,538 Bristol, RI $46,557 Carolina, RI $47,151

Charlestown, RI $47,201 Chepachet, RI $46,512 Clayville, RI $46,557 Coventry, RI $46,512 West Greenwich, RI $46,481 East Greenwich, RI $46,544 Exeter, RI $47,538 Fiskeville, RI $46,602

Forestdale, RI $46,557 Foster, RI $46,481 Glendale, RI $46,481 Greene, RI $47,003 Greenville, RI $46,602 Harmony, RI $46,589 Harrisville, RI $46,512 Hope, RI $46,602

Hope Valley, RI $47,569 Hopkinton, RI $47,583 Jamestown, RI $47,106 Kenyon, RI $47,524 Little Compton, RI $47,371 Manville, RI $46,602 Mapleville, RI $46,481 Newport, RI $47,115

Middletown, RI $47,313 North Kingstown, RI $46,468 North Scituate, RI $46,589 Oakland, RI $46,526 Pascoag, RI $46,499 Pawtucket, RI $46,602 Central Falls, RI $46,602 Cumberland, RI $46,602

Lincoln, RI $46,602 Portsmouth, RI $46,926 Prudence Island, RI $46,512 Rockville, RI $47,583 Saunderstown, RI $47,133 Shannock, RI $47,511 Slatersville, RI $46,557 Slocum, RI $47,133

Tiverton, RI $47,403 Wakefield, RI $47,084 Kingston, RI $47,093 Narragansett, RI $47,102 Peace Dale, RI $47,084 Warren, RI $46,589 Warwick, RI $46,602 Westerly, RI $47,596

West Kingston, RI $47,120 West Warwick, RI $46,602 Wood River Junction, RI $47,538 Woonsocket, RI $46,557 North Smithfield, RI $46,589 Wyoming, RI $47,524 Providence, RI $46,602 Cranston, RI $46,602

North Providence, RI $46,602 East Providence, RI $46,602 Riverside, RI $46,602 Rumford, RI $46,602 Smithfield, RI $46,602 Johnston, RI $46,602

3D Printer Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 3D Printer 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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$43,352

Average $46,625/year

$51,690

$3,613

Average $3,885/month

$4,308

$834

Average $897/week

$994

$21

Average $22/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,690	$4,308	$994	$25
Average	$46,625	$3,885	$897	$22
25th Percentile	$43,352	$3,613	$834	$21

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