What are the main factors that influence a CNC Machine Programmer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a CNC Machine Programmer's salary?

A CNC Machine Programmer's salary grows with experience: starting around $63,999 for beginners, reaching about $66,014 at mid-level, and approach $66,443 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a CNC Machine Programmer?

CNC Machine Programmer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CNC Machine Programmer roles are District of Columbia $70,314, California $70,047, Massachusetts $69,113. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CNC Machine Programmer roles make?

Salaries for CNC Machine Programmer level roles vary by specialization: CNC Programmer/Set-Up IV: $119,390; CNC Programmer, Lead: $119,350; CNC Machine Programmer IV: $119,349; CNC Programmer, Senior: $85,220; CNC Machine Programmer III: $85,218.

CNC Machine Programmer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a CNC Machine Programmer make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a CNC Machine Programmer in Rhode Island is $65,843 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,648
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,102 to $72,022
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,966

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CNC Machine Programmer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,022	$6,002	$1,385	$35
Average	$65,843	$5,487	$1,266	$32
25th Percentile	$59,102	$4,925	$1,137	$28

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Key Factors That Influence CNC Machine Programmer Salaries

A CNC Machine Programmer'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 CNC Machine Programmer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a CNC Machine Programmer'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): $63,999
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,727
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,014
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,272
Expert (over 8 years): $66,443

Levels	Salary
Entry Level CNC Machine Programmer	$63,999
Intermediate Level CNC Machine Programmer	$64,727
Senior Level CNC Machine Programmer	$66,014
Specialist Level CNC Machine Programmer	$66,272
Expert Level CNC Machine Programmer	$66,443

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How Do CNC Machine Programmer 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 CNC Machine Programmers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,314.
California: $70,047.
Massachusetts: $69,113.

District of Columbia $70,314 California $70,047 Massachusetts $69,113 Washington $68,859 New Jersey $68,834 Alaska $68,745 Connecticut $67,869 New York $67,513

Hawaii $66,376 Rhode Island $65,843 Maryland $65,481 Minnesota $64,985 Colorado $64,795 Illinois $64,731 Oregon $64,490 Delaware $64,312

New Hampshire $64,200 Virginia $63,950 Pennsylvania $63,220 Nevada $62,852 North Dakota $62,731 Michigan $62,540 Wisconsin $62,471 Vermont $62,331

Texas $61,943 Maine $61,918 Arizona $61,880 Ohio $61,836 Georgia $61,251 Indiana $60,959 Wyoming $60,902 Utah $60,813

Iowa $60,775 Kansas $60,470 Louisiana $60,381 North Carolina $60,349 Missouri $60,337 Florida $60,089 Montana $59,956 Nebraska $59,829

Kentucky $59,759 South Carolina $59,505 Tennessee $59,346 Idaho $59,283 New Mexico $58,819 Oklahoma $58,717 Alabama $58,343 South Dakota $57,714

Arkansas $57,371 West Virginia $57,187 Mississippi $56,634

Top Paying Cities for CNC Machine Programmers

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: $66,922
Albion: $65,811
Ashaway: $67,176

Adamsville, RI $66,922 Albion, RI $65,811 Ashaway, RI $67,176 Barrington, RI $65,811 Block Island, RI $66,827 Bradford, RI $67,132 Bristol, RI $65,747 Carolina, RI $66,586

Charlestown, RI $66,656 Chepachet, RI $65,684 Clayville, RI $65,747 Coventry, RI $65,684 West Greenwich, RI $65,639 East Greenwich, RI $65,728 Exeter, RI $67,132 Fiskeville, RI $65,811

Forestdale, RI $65,747 Foster, RI $65,639 Glendale, RI $65,639 Greene, RI $66,376 Greenville, RI $65,811 Harmony, RI $65,792 Harrisville, RI $65,684 Hope, RI $65,811

Hope Valley, RI $67,176 Hopkinton, RI $67,195 Jamestown, RI $66,522 Kenyon, RI $67,113 Little Compton, RI $66,897 Manville, RI $65,811 Mapleville, RI $65,639 Newport, RI $66,535

Middletown, RI $66,814 North Kingstown, RI $65,620 North Scituate, RI $65,792 Oakland, RI $65,703 Pascoag, RI $65,665 Pawtucket, RI $65,811 Central Falls, RI $65,811 Cumberland, RI $65,811

Lincoln, RI $65,811 Portsmouth, RI $66,268 Prudence Island, RI $65,684 Rockville, RI $67,195 Saunderstown, RI $66,560 Shannock, RI $67,094 Slatersville, RI $65,747 Slocum, RI $66,560

Tiverton, RI $66,941 Wakefield, RI $66,490 Kingston, RI $66,503 Narragansett, RI $66,516 Peace Dale, RI $66,490 Warren, RI $65,792 Warwick, RI $65,811 Westerly, RI $67,214

West Kingston, RI $66,541 West Warwick, RI $65,811 Wood River Junction, RI $67,132 Woonsocket, RI $65,747 North Smithfield, RI $65,792 Wyoming, RI $67,113 Providence, RI $65,811 Cranston, RI $65,811

North Providence, RI $65,811 East Providence, RI $65,811 Riverside, RI $65,811 Rumford, RI $65,811 Smithfield, RI $65,811 Johnston, RI $65,811

CNC Machine Programmer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a CNC Machine Programmer'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 January 01, 2026

$59,102

Average $65,843/year

$72,022

$4,925

Average $5,487/month

$6,002

$1,137

Average $1,266/week

$1,385

$28

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,022	$6,002	$1,385	$35
Average	$65,843	$5,487	$1,266	$32
25th Percentile	$59,102	$4,925	$1,137	$28

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