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

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

How does experience change An Extrusion Operator's salary?

An Extrusion Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,295 for beginners, reaching about $44,155 at mid-level, and approach $44,649 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Extrusion Operator?

Extrusion Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Extrusion Operator roles are District of Columbia $47,528, California $47,347, Massachusetts $46,716. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Extrusion Operator roles make?

Salaries for Extrusion Operator level roles vary by specialization: Extrusion Manager: $210,467; Extrusion Supervisor: $80,035; Aluminum Extrusion Maintenance Manager: $56,547; Extrusion Machine Operator II: $54,510; Extrusion Operator, Sr.: $54,509.

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Extrusion Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Extrusion Operator make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Extrusion Operator in Delaware is $43,570 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,930
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,971 to $46,899
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,694

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Extrusion Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,899	$3,908	$902	$23
Average	$43,570	$3,631	$838	$21
25th Percentile	$39,971	$3,331	$769	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Extrusion Operator Salaries

An Extrusion 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 Extrusion Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Extrusion 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): $43,295
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,563
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,155
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $44,550
Expert (over 8 years): $44,649

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Extrusion Operator	$43,295
Intermediate Level Extrusion Operator	$43,563
Senior Level Extrusion Operator	$44,155
Specialist Level Extrusion Operator	$44,550
Expert Level Extrusion Operator	$44,649

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

District of Columbia: $47,528.
California: $47,347.
Massachusetts: $46,716.

District of Columbia $47,528 California $47,347 Massachusetts $46,716 Washington $46,545 New Jersey $46,527 Alaska $46,467 Connecticut $45,875 New York $45,635

Hawaii $44,866 Rhode Island $44,506 Maryland $44,261 Minnesota $43,926 Colorado $43,797 Illinois $43,754 Oregon $43,591 Delaware $43,471

New Hampshire $43,396 Virginia $43,226 Pennsylvania $42,733 Nevada $42,484 North Dakota $42,402 Michigan $42,274 Wisconsin $42,226 Vermont $42,132

Texas $41,870 Maine $41,853 Arizona $41,827 Ohio $41,797 Georgia $41,402 Indiana $41,205 Wyoming $41,166 Utah $41,106

Iowa $41,080 Kansas $40,874 Louisiana $40,814 North Carolina $40,793 Missouri $40,784 Florida $40,617 Montana $40,526 Nebraska $40,441

Kentucky $40,393 South Carolina $40,222 Tennessee $40,114 Idaho $40,071 New Mexico $39,758 Oklahoma $39,689 Alabama $39,436 South Dakota $39,011

Arkansas $38,779 West Virginia $38,655 Mississippi $38,281

Top Paying Cities for Extrusion 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: $44,991
Little Creek: $44,574
Magnolia: $44,759

Lincoln, DE $44,991 Little Creek, DE $44,574 Magnolia, DE $44,759 Milford, DE $44,991 Marydel, DE $44,407 Millsboro, DE $44,991 Millville, DE $45,291 Milton, DE $44,991

Nassau, DE $44,991 Ocean View, DE $45,291 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,291 Seaford, DE $44,519 Selbyville, DE $45,291 Smyrna, DE $44,355 Viola, DE $44,759 Woodside, DE $44,630

Bear, DE $44,029 Newark, DE $44,046 Claymont, DE $44,081 Delaware City, DE $44,046 Hockessin, DE $44,081 Kirkwood, DE $44,046 Middletown, DE $44,265 Montchanin, DE $44,081

New Castle, DE $44,081 Odessa, DE $44,325 Port Penn, DE $43,926 Rockland, DE $44,081 Saint Georges, DE $44,046 Townsend, DE $44,261 Winterthur, DE $44,081 Lewes, DE $44,991

Wilmington, DE $44,081 Dover, DE $44,553 Dover Afb, DE $44,656 Bethany Beach, DE $45,291 Bethel, DE $44,519 Bridgeville, DE $44,991 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,600 Cheswold, DE $44,450

Clayton, DE $44,338 Dagsboro, DE $45,291 Delmar, DE $44,519 Ellendale, DE $44,991 Felton, DE $44,991 Fenwick Island, DE $45,291 Frankford, DE $45,291 Frederica, DE $44,991

Georgetown, DE $44,991 Greenwood, DE $44,991 Harbeson, DE $44,991 Harrington, DE $44,991 Hartly, DE $44,317 Houston, DE $44,991 Kenton, DE $44,338 Laurel, DE $44,519

Yorklyn, DE $44,081

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

Understanding how an Extrusion 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 May 18, 2021

$39,971

Average $43,570/year

$46,899

$3,331

Average $3,631/month

$3,908

$769

Average $838/week

$902

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,899	$3,908	$902	$23
Average	$43,570	$3,631	$838	$21
25th Percentile	$39,971	$3,331	$769	$19

Extrusion Operator Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Extrusion Operator, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Extrusion Operator Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Extrusion Operator, Sr.	$55,327	27%
Injection Molding Machine Operator II	$49,206	13%
Machine Operator II	$46,149	6%
Machinist II	$59,392	36%

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