What are the main factors that influence a Computer 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 Computer Operator?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Computer Operator roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Computer Operator's salary?

A Computer Operator's salary grows with experience: a Computer Operator (0-1 years)earns $50,708, a Computer Operator II (1-3 years)earns $63,566, a Computer Operator III (3-5 years)earns $70,520, a Computer Operations Shift Supervisor (5+ years)earns $94,954, a Computer Operations Supervisor (5+ years)earns $113,384,

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Operator?

Computer Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Operator roles are District of Columbia $55,882, California $55,670, Massachusetts $54,928. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Operator roles make?

Salaries for Computer Operator level roles vary by specialization: Senior Computer Operator: $68,090; Computer Operator III: $68,057; Computer Operator V: $66,855; Lead Computer Operator: $65,875; Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator II: $62,733.

Computer Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Operator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Operator in Delaware is $51,112 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,614
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,160 to $56,610
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,651

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Computer Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,610	$4,717	$1,089	$27
Average	$51,112	$4,259	$983	$25
25th Percentile	$46,160	$3,847	$888	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Operator Salaries

A Computer 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 Computer Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer 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): $50,708
Early Career (1-2 years): $63,566
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $70,520
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,954
Expert (over 8 years): $113,384

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Operator	$50,708
Computer ... Level Computer Operator	$63,566
Computer ... Level Computer Operator	$70,520
Computer ... Level Computer Operator	$94,954
Computer ... Level Computer Operator	$113,384

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

District of Columbia: $55,882.
California: $55,670.
Massachusetts: $54,928.

District of Columbia $55,882 California $55,670 Massachusetts $54,928 Washington $54,726 New Jersey $54,706 Alaska $54,635 Connecticut $53,939 New York $53,656

Hawaii $52,753 Rhode Island $52,329 Maryland $52,041 Minnesota $51,647 Colorado $51,496 Illinois $51,446 Oregon $51,254 Delaware $51,112

New Hampshire $51,024 Virginia $50,825 Pennsylvania $50,244 Nevada $49,952 North Dakota $49,856 Michigan $49,704 Wisconsin $49,649 Vermont $49,538

Texas $49,230 Maine $49,210 Arizona $49,179 Ohio $49,144 Georgia $48,680 Indiana $48,448 Wyoming $48,402 Utah $48,332

Iowa $48,301 Kansas $48,059 Louisiana $47,988 North Carolina $47,963 Missouri $47,953 Florida $47,756 Montana $47,650 Nebraska $47,549

Kentucky $47,494 South Carolina $47,292 Tennessee $47,166 Idaho $47,115 New Mexico $46,747 Oklahoma $46,666 Alabama $46,368 South Dakota $45,868

Arkansas $45,596 West Virginia $45,450 Mississippi $45,010

Top Paying Cities for Computer 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: $50,882
Little Creek: $51,255
Magnolia: $51,181

Lincoln, DE $50,882 Little Creek, DE $51,255 Magnolia, DE $51,181 Milford, DE $51,012 Marydel, DE $51,095 Millsboro, DE $50,669 Millville, DE $50,747 Milton, DE $50,835

Nassau, DE $50,872 Ocean View, DE $50,738 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,836 Seaford, DE $50,865 Selbyville, DE $50,654 Smyrna, DE $51,290 Viola, DE $51,054 Woodside, DE $51,191

Bear, DE $51,073 Newark, DE $51,054 Claymont, DE $51,158 Delaware City, DE $51,105 Hockessin, DE $51,049 Kirkwood, DE $51,095 Middletown, DE $51,115 Montchanin, DE $51,061

New Castle, DE $51,069 Odessa, DE $51,140 Port Penn, DE $51,175 Rockland, DE $51,066 Saint Georges, DE $51,099 Townsend, DE $51,178 Winterthur, DE $51,072 Lewes, DE $50,855

Wilmington, DE $51,052 Dover, DE $51,255 Dover Afb, DE $50,985 Bethany Beach, DE $50,685 Bethel, DE $50,737 Bridgeville, DE $50,857 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,110 Cheswold, DE $51,238

Clayton, DE $51,240 Dagsboro, DE $50,650 Delmar, DE $50,568 Ellendale, DE $50,722 Felton, DE $51,008 Fenwick Island, DE $50,661 Frankford, DE $50,572 Frederica, DE $51,058

Georgetown, DE $50,630 Greenwood, DE $50,865 Harbeson, DE $50,684 Harrington, DE $50,943 Hartly, DE $51,101 Houston, DE $50,870 Kenton, DE $51,242 Laurel, DE $50,600

Yorklyn, DE $51,065

Computer Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Computer Operator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Computer Operator positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Computer Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Computer Operator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$56,224	$27.0	10%
Biotechnology	$56,224	$27.0	10%
Business Services	$56,224	$27.0	10%
Chemicals	$56,224	$27.0	10%
Construction	$56,224	$27.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Computer 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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$46,160

Average $51,112/year

$56,610

$3,847

Average $4,259/month

$4,717

$888

Average $983/week

$1,089

$22

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,610	$4,717	$1,089	$27
Average	$51,112	$4,259	$983	$25
25th Percentile	$46,160	$3,847	$888	$22

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