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

A Cnc Machine Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $63,193 for beginners, reaching about $65,747 at mid-level, and approach $69,036 for experts.

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

Cnc Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cnc Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $70,784, California $70,516, Massachusetts $69,576. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Cnc Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: CNC Machine Programmer II: $72,328; CNC Laser Machine Operator III: $71,300; CNC Machine Operator III: $71,254; CNC Machine Programmer: $63,506; CNC Machine Programmer I: $63,386.

Cnc Machine Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cnc Machine Operator make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cnc Machine Operator in Delaware is $64,743 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,763
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,181 to $71,558
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,206

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Cnc Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,558	$5,963	$1,376	$34
Average	$64,743	$5,395	$1,245	$31
25th Percentile	$58,181	$4,848	$1,119	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Cnc Machine Operator Salaries

A Cnc 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 Cnc Machine Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cnc 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): $63,193
Early Career (1-2 years): $63,375
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,747
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $68,817
Expert (over 8 years): $69,036

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Cnc Machine Operator	$63,193
Intermediate Level Cnc Machine Operator	$63,375
Senior Level Cnc Machine Operator	$65,747
Specialist Level Cnc Machine Operator	$68,817
Expert Level Cnc Machine Operator	$69,036

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

District of Columbia: $70,784.
California: $70,516.
Massachusetts: $69,576.

District of Columbia $70,784 California $70,516 Massachusetts $69,576 Washington $69,320 New Jersey $69,294 Alaska $69,205 Connecticut $68,323 New York $67,965

Hawaii $66,820 Rhode Island $66,283 Maryland $65,919 Minnesota $65,420 Colorado $65,228 Illinois $65,165 Oregon $64,922 Delaware $64,743

New Hampshire $64,630 Virginia $64,378 Pennsylvania $63,643 Nevada $63,272 North Dakota $63,151 Michigan $62,959 Wisconsin $62,889 Vermont $62,748

Texas $62,358 Maine $62,332 Arizona $62,294 Ohio $62,249 Georgia $61,661 Indiana $61,367 Wyoming $61,310 Utah $61,220

Iowa $61,182 Kansas $60,875 Louisiana $60,785 North Carolina $60,753 Missouri $60,741 Florida $60,491 Montana $60,357 Nebraska $60,229

Kentucky $60,159 South Carolina $59,903 Tennessee $59,743 Idaho $59,679 New Mexico $59,213 Oklahoma $59,110 Alabama $58,733 South Dakota $58,100

Arkansas $57,755 West Virginia $57,570 Mississippi $57,013

Top Paying Cities for Cnc 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: $67,006
Little Creek: $66,386
Magnolia: $66,661

Lincoln, DE $67,006 Little Creek, DE $66,386 Magnolia, DE $66,661 Milford, DE $67,006 Marydel, DE $66,136 Millsboro, DE $67,006 Millville, DE $67,453 Milton, DE $67,006

Nassau, DE $67,006 Ocean View, DE $67,453 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,453 Seaford, DE $66,303 Selbyville, DE $67,453 Smyrna, DE $66,060 Viola, DE $66,661 Woodside, DE $66,469

Bear, DE $65,574 Newark, DE $65,599 Claymont, DE $65,650 Delaware City, DE $65,599 Hockessin, DE $65,650 Kirkwood, DE $65,599 Middletown, DE $65,925 Montchanin, DE $65,650

New Castle, DE $65,650 Odessa, DE $66,015 Port Penn, DE $65,420 Rockland, DE $65,650 Saint Georges, DE $65,599 Townsend, DE $65,919 Winterthur, DE $65,650 Lewes, DE $67,006

Wilmington, DE $65,650 Dover, DE $66,354 Dover Afb, DE $66,507 Bethany Beach, DE $67,453 Bethel, DE $66,303 Bridgeville, DE $67,006 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,424 Cheswold, DE $66,200

Clayton, DE $66,034 Dagsboro, DE $67,453 Delmar, DE $66,303 Ellendale, DE $67,006 Felton, DE $67,006 Fenwick Island, DE $67,453 Frankford, DE $67,453 Frederica, DE $67,006

Georgetown, DE $67,006 Greenwood, DE $67,006 Harbeson, DE $67,006 Harrington, DE $67,006 Hartly, DE $66,002 Houston, DE $67,006 Kenton, DE $66,034 Laurel, DE $66,303

Yorklyn, DE $65,650

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

Understanding how a Cnc 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$58,181

Average $64,743/year

$71,558

$4,848

Average $5,395/month

$5,963

$1,119

Average $1,245/week

$1,376

$28

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,558	$5,963	$1,376	$34
Average	$64,743	$5,395	$1,245	$31
25th Percentile	$58,181	$4,848	$1,119	$28

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