What are the main factors that influence a Wire Edm Operator's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Wire Edm Operator?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Wire Edm Operator roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Wire Edm Operator's salary?

A Wire Edm Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $58,677 for beginners, reaching about $63,767 at mid-level, and approach $70,309 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Wire Edm Operator?

Wire Edm Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Wire Edm Operator roles are District of Columbia $68,985, California $68,724, Massachusetts $67,808. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Wire Edm Operator roles make?

Salaries for Wire Edm Operator level roles vary by specialization: Wire Harness Engineer: $71,676; Wire Technician: $68,451; Edm Machinist: $47,897; Wire Transfer: $46,160; Wire Assembler: $45,241.

Wire Edm Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Wire Edm Operator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Wire Edm Operator in Delaware is $63,097 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,056
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,452 to $73,021
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,671

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Wire Edm Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,021	$6,085	$1,404	$35
Average	$63,097	$5,258	$1,213	$30
25th Percentile	$53,452	$4,454	$1,028	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Wire Edm Operator Salaries

A Wire Edm 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 Wire Edm Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Wire Edm 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): $58,677
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,079
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,767
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $69,830
Expert (over 8 years): $70,309

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Wire Edm Operator	$58,677
Intermediate Level Wire Edm Operator	$59,079
Senior Level Wire Edm Operator	$63,767
Specialist Level Wire Edm Operator	$69,830
Expert Level Wire Edm Operator	$70,309

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

District of Columbia: $68,985.
California: $68,724.
Massachusetts: $67,808.

District of Columbia $68,985 California $68,724 Massachusetts $67,808 Washington $67,559 New Jersey $67,534 Alaska $67,446 Connecticut $66,587 New York $66,238

Hawaii $65,122 Rhode Island $64,599 Maryland $64,244 Minnesota $63,758 Colorado $63,571 Illinois $63,509 Oregon $63,272 Delaware $63,097

New Hampshire $62,988 Virginia $62,742 Pennsylvania $62,026 Nevada $61,664 North Dakota $61,546 Michigan $61,359 Wisconsin $61,291 Vermont $61,153

Texas $60,773 Maine $60,748 Arizona $60,711 Ohio $60,667 Georgia $60,094 Indiana $59,808 Wyoming $59,752 Utah $59,664

Iowa $59,627 Kansas $59,328 Louisiana $59,241 North Carolina $59,209 Missouri $59,197 Florida $58,954 Montana $58,823 Nebraska $58,699

Kentucky $58,630 South Carolina $58,381 Tennessee $58,225 Idaho $58,163 New Mexico $57,708 Oklahoma $57,608 Alabama $57,241 South Dakota $56,624

Arkansas $56,287 West Virginia $56,107 Mississippi $55,565

Top Paying Cities for Wire Edm 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: $62,813
Little Creek: $63,273
Magnolia: $63,182

Lincoln, DE $62,813 Little Creek, DE $63,273 Magnolia, DE $63,182 Milford, DE $62,973 Marydel, DE $63,076 Millsboro, DE $62,550 Millville, DE $62,646 Milton, DE $62,755

Nassau, DE $62,800 Ocean View, DE $62,636 Rehoboth Beach, DE $62,756 Seaford, DE $62,791 Selbyville, DE $62,532 Smyrna, DE $63,317 Viola, DE $63,025 Woodside, DE $63,195

Bear, DE $63,049 Newark, DE $63,025 Claymont, DE $63,154 Delaware City, DE $63,088 Hockessin, DE $63,020 Kirkwood, DE $63,076 Middletown, DE $63,101 Montchanin, DE $63,034

New Castle, DE $63,043 Odessa, DE $63,132 Port Penn, DE $63,174 Rockland, DE $63,040 Saint Georges, DE $63,081 Townsend, DE $63,178 Winterthur, DE $63,048 Lewes, DE $62,779

Wilmington, DE $63,023 Dover, DE $63,273 Dover Afb, DE $62,940 Bethany Beach, DE $62,570 Bethel, DE $62,634 Bridgeville, DE $62,782 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,095 Cheswold, DE $63,253

Clayton, DE $63,254 Dagsboro, DE $62,526 Delmar, DE $62,426 Ellendale, DE $62,615 Felton, DE $62,968 Fenwick Island, DE $62,540 Frankford, DE $62,431 Frederica, DE $63,030

Georgetown, DE $62,502 Greenwood, DE $62,792 Harbeson, DE $62,569 Harrington, DE $62,888 Hartly, DE $63,084 Houston, DE $62,798 Kenton, DE $63,258 Laurel, DE $62,465

Yorklyn, DE $63,038

Wire Edm Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Wire Edm Operator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 57% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Wire Edm Operator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Wire Edm Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Wire Edm Operator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$78,872	$38.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$75,717	$36.0	20%
Financial Services	$72,562	$35.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$70,669	$34.0	12%
Aerospace & Defense	$69,407	$33.0	10%

Wire Edm Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Wire Edm 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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$53,452

Average $63,097/year

$73,021

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Average $5,258/month

$6,085

$1,028

Average $1,213/week

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Average $30/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,021	$6,085	$1,404	$35
Average	$63,097	$5,258	$1,213	$30
25th Percentile	$53,452	$4,454	$1,028	$26

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