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

How does experience change A Computer Operator's salary?

A Computer Operator's salary grows with experience: a Computer Operator (0-1 years)earns $51,912, a Computer Operator II (1-3 years)earns $65,057, a Computer Operator III (3-5 years)earns $72,178, a Computer Operations Shift Supervisor (5+ years)earns $97,174, a Computer Operations Supervisor (5+ years)earns $116,056,

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 $55,879, California $55,667, Massachusetts $54,925. 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: $68,038; Computer Operator V: $66,837; Lead Computer Operator: $65,856; Computer Numeric Controlled Machine Operator II: $62,703.

Computer Operator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Computer Operator make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Operator in Rhode Island is $52,326 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): $63,075
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,270 to $57,952
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,667

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Computer Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,952	$4,829	$1,114	$28
Average	$52,326	$4,360	$1,006	$25
25th Percentile	$47,270	$3,939	$909	$23

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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): $51,912
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,057
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,178
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $97,174
Expert (over 8 years): $116,056

Levels	Salary
Computer ... Level Computer Operator	$51,912
Computer ... Level Computer Operator	$65,057
Computer ... Level Computer Operator	$72,178
Computer ... Level Computer Operator	$97,174
Computer ... Level Computer Operator	$116,056

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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: $55,879.
California: $55,667.
Massachusetts: $54,925.

District of Columbia $55,879 California $55,667 Massachusetts $54,925 Washington $54,723 New Jersey $54,703 Alaska $54,632 Connecticut $53,935 New York $53,653

Hawaii $52,749 Rhode Island $52,326 Maryland $52,038 Minnesota $51,644 Colorado $51,493 Illinois $51,442 Oregon $51,251 Delaware $51,109

New Hampshire $51,020 Virginia $50,822 Pennsylvania $50,241 Nevada $49,948 North Dakota $49,853 Michigan $49,701 Wisconsin $49,646 Vermont $49,535

Texas $49,227 Maine $49,207 Arizona $49,176 Ohio $49,141 Georgia $48,677 Indiana $48,445 Wyoming $48,399 Utah $48,328

Iowa $48,298 Kansas $48,056 Louisiana $47,985 North Carolina $47,960 Missouri $47,950 Florida $47,753 Montana $47,647 Nebraska $47,546

Kentucky $47,491 South Carolina $47,289 Tennessee $47,163 Idaho $47,112 New Mexico $46,744 Oklahoma $46,663 Alabama $46,365 South Dakota $45,866

Arkansas $45,593 West Virginia $45,447 Mississippi $45,008

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:

Adamsville: $52,980
Albion: $52,532
Ashaway: $52,879

Adamsville, RI $52,980 Albion, RI $52,532 Ashaway, RI $52,879 Barrington, RI $52,394 Block Island, RI $52,685 Bradford, RI $52,847 Bristol, RI $52,596 Carolina, RI $52,760

Charlestown, RI $52,779 Chepachet, RI $52,674 Clayville, RI $52,527 Coventry, RI $52,530 West Greenwich, RI $52,675 East Greenwich, RI $52,495 Exeter, RI $52,660 Fiskeville, RI $52,393

Forestdale, RI $52,796 Foster, RI $52,647 Glendale, RI $52,800 Greene, RI $52,716 Greenville, RI $52,413 Harmony, RI $52,480 Harrisville, RI $52,778 Hope, RI $52,425

Hope Valley, RI $52,833 Hopkinton, RI $52,902 Jamestown, RI $52,726 Kenyon, RI $52,754 Little Compton, RI $52,972 Manville, RI $52,601 Mapleville, RI $52,684 Newport, RI $52,779

Middletown, RI $52,802 North Kingstown, RI $52,585 North Scituate, RI $52,481 Oakland, RI $52,741 Pascoag, RI $52,813 Pawtucket, RI $52,315 Central Falls, RI $52,339 Cumberland, RI $52,636

Lincoln, RI $52,391 Portsmouth, RI $52,773 Prudence Island, RI $52,665 Rockville, RI $52,894 Saunderstown, RI $52,694 Shannock, RI $52,757 Slatersville, RI $52,797 Slocum, RI $52,692

Tiverton, RI $52,934 Wakefield, RI $52,739 Kingston, RI $52,719 Narragansett, RI $52,754 Peace Dale, RI $52,732 Warren, RI $52,529 Warwick, RI $52,383 Westerly, RI $52,892

West Kingston, RI $52,735 West Warwick, RI $52,447 Wood River Junction, RI $52,811 Woonsocket, RI $52,799 North Smithfield, RI $52,679 Wyoming, RI $52,757 Providence, RI $52,300 Cranston, RI $52,307

North Providence, RI $52,313 East Providence, RI $52,304 Riverside, RI $52,320 Rumford, RI $52,313 Smithfield, RI $52,419 Johnston, RI $52,331

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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$47,270

Average $52,326/year

$57,952

$3,939

Average $4,360/month

$4,829

$909

Average $1,006/week

$1,114

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,952	$4,829	$1,114	$28
Average	$52,326	$4,360	$1,006	$25
25th Percentile	$47,270	$3,939	$909	$23

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