As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scale Operator in Gastonia, NC is $37,997, equivalent to $18 per hour, $731 weekly, or $3,166 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Scale Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Scale Operator in Gastonia, NC vary widely, spanning from $30,837 to $45,617. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,249) and 75th percentile ($41,985), while top earners (90th percentile) make $45,617 per year. This $7,736 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Gastonia Scale Operator often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Gastonia currently ranks 502 statewide for Scale Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Scale Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $30,837 Gastonia, NC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $34,249 Gastonia, NC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $37,997 Gastonia, NC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $41,985 Gastonia, NC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scale Operator Salary $45,617 Gastonia, NC April 01, 2026
25% $34,249 10% $30,837 90% $45,617 75% $41,985 $37,997 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Gastonia, North Carolina    Gastonia is the largest city in and county seat of Gaston County, North Carolina, United States. It is also the second largest satellite city of the C....More

Gastonia, North Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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