Boring Mill Operator Salary in the United States

How much does a Boring Mill Operator make in the United States?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Boring Mill Operator in the United States is $77,763 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,871
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,029 to $88,288
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,077
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Boring Mill Operator Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $88,288 $7,357 $1,698 $42
Average $77,763 $6,480 $1,495 $37
25th Percentile $69,029 $5,752 $1,327 $33
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Key Factors That Influence Boring Mill Operator Salaries

A Boring Mill 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

  • District of Columbia: $86,099.
  • California: $85,773.
  • Massachusetts: $84,630.

Top Paying Cities for Boring Mill 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:

  • San Jose: $98,083
  • San Francisco: $97,009
  • Oakland: $94,964

What Skills Can Increase a Boring Mill Operator's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 5.21% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Equipment Operation (Mentioned in 3.69% Job Postings): This is skilled and unskilled work in the operation of mechanical tools and light to heavy equipment used in maintenance and construction or on the grounds of state properties or facilities and routine maintenance of that equipment.
  • Public Works (Mentioned in 2.37% Job Postings): Public works are a broad category of infrastructure projects, financed and constructed by the government, for recreational, employment, and health and safety uses in the greater community.
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Commitment 5.21%
Equipment Operation 3.69%
Public Works 2.37%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Boring Mill Operator's salary.
  • Waste Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Time Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Waste Management
 $81,651
5%
Time Management
 $81,651
5%
Written Communication
 $80,096
3%
Analysis
 $80,096
3%
Coordination
 $79,318
2%
Standard Operating Procedures
 $79,318
2%
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How Education impacts a Boring Mill Operator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Boring Mill Operators enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Boring Mill Operator with a No Diploma is between $69,226 and $76,768).

Boring Mill Operator Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Boring Mill Operator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.8%
High School 81.7%
Associates 8.4%
Bachelors 4.6%
Masters 1.1%
Doctorate 0.4%
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Boring Mill Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Boring Mill 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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Last Updated on June 01, 2026
$69,029
Average $77,763/year
$88,288
$5,752
Average $6,480/month
$7,357
$1,327
Average $1,495/week
$1,698
$33
Average $37/hour
$42
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $88,288 $7,357 $1,698 $42
Average $77,763 $6,480 $1,495 $37
25th Percentile $69,029 $5,752 $1,327 $33

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Salary Trends for Boring Mill Operator

Salaries for a Boring Mill Operator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $65,749 in 2023 to around $65,567 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Boring Mill Operator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Boring Mill Operator Over Time

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