What are the main factors that influence an Embroidery Operator's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for an Embroidery Operator?

Embroidery Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Embroidery Operator roles are District of Columbia $40,211, California $40,059, Massachusetts $39,525. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Embroidery Operator roles make?

Salaries for Embroidery Operator level roles vary by specialization: Embroidery Production Manager: $118,110; Embroidery Manager: $112,396; Embroidery Designer: $67,542; Embroidery Supervisor: $55,991; Crane Operator: $52,053.

Embroidery Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Embroidery Operator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Embroidery Operator in Delaware is $36,779 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,539
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,562 to $45,552
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $22,992

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Embroidery Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,552	$3,796	$876	$22
Average	$36,779	$3,065	$707	$18
25th Percentile	$29,562	$2,464	$569	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Embroidery Operator Salaries

An Embroidery Operator's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $40,211.
California: $40,059.
Massachusetts: $39,525.

District of Columbia $40,211 California $40,059 Massachusetts $39,525 Washington $39,379 New Jersey $39,365 Alaska $39,314 Connecticut $38,813 New York $38,610

Hawaii $37,959 Rhode Island $37,654 Maryland $37,447 Minnesota $37,164 Colorado $37,055 Illinois $37,019 Oregon $36,881 Delaware $36,779

New Hampshire $36,715 Virginia $36,572 Pennsylvania $36,154 Nevada $35,944 North Dakota $35,875 Michigan $35,766 Wisconsin $35,726 Vermont $35,646

Texas $35,424 Maine $35,410 Arizona $35,388 Ohio $35,363 Georgia $35,029 Indiana $34,862 Wyoming $34,829 Utah $34,778

Iowa $34,756 Kansas $34,582 Louisiana $34,531 North Carolina $34,513 Missouri $34,506 Florida $34,364 Montana $34,288 Nebraska $34,215

Kentucky $34,175 South Carolina $34,030 Tennessee $33,939 Idaho $33,903 New Mexico $33,638 Oklahoma $33,580 Alabama $33,365 South Dakota $33,006

Arkansas $32,810 West Virginia $32,704 Mississippi $32,388

Top Paying Cities for Embroidery 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: $36,614
Little Creek: $36,882
Magnolia: $36,829

Lincoln, DE $36,614 Little Creek, DE $36,882 Magnolia, DE $36,829 Milford, DE $36,707 Marydel, DE $36,767 Millsboro, DE $36,460 Millville, DE $36,516 Milton, DE $36,579

Nassau, DE $36,606 Ocean View, DE $36,510 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,580 Seaford, DE $36,601 Selbyville, DE $36,449 Smyrna, DE $36,907 Viola, DE $36,737 Woodside, DE $36,836

Bear, DE $36,751 Newark, DE $36,737 Claymont, DE $36,812 Delaware City, DE $36,774 Hockessin, DE $36,734 Kirkwood, DE $36,767 Middletown, DE $36,781 Montchanin, DE $36,742

New Castle, DE $36,748 Odessa, DE $36,799 Port Penn, DE $36,824 Rockland, DE $36,746 Saint Georges, DE $36,769 Townsend, DE $36,826 Winterthur, DE $36,750 Lewes, DE $36,594

Wilmington, DE $36,736 Dover, DE $36,882 Dover Afb, DE $36,687 Bethany Beach, DE $36,472 Bethel, DE $36,509 Bridgeville, DE $36,595 Camden Wyoming, DE $36,778 Cheswold, DE $36,870

Clayton, DE $36,871 Dagsboro, DE $36,446 Delmar, DE $36,388 Ellendale, DE $36,498 Felton, DE $36,704 Fenwick Island, DE $36,454 Frankford, DE $36,391 Frederica, DE $36,740

Georgetown, DE $36,432 Greenwood, DE $36,601 Harbeson, DE $36,471 Harrington, DE $36,657 Hartly, DE $36,771 Houston, DE $36,605 Kenton, DE $36,872 Laurel, DE $36,411

Yorklyn, DE $36,745

Embroidery Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Embroidery 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 July 01, 2026

$29,562

Average $36,779/year

$45,552

$2,464

Average $3,065/month

$3,796

$569

Average $707/week

$876

$14

Average $18/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,552	$3,796	$876	$22
Average	$36,779	$3,065	$707	$18
25th Percentile	$29,562	$2,464	$569	$14

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