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

A CNC Operator's salary grows with experience: a Machinist I (0-1 years)earns $46,780, a CNC Operator (1-3 years)earns $59,588, a Machinist III (3-5 years)earns $66,812, a Machinist IV (5-7 years)earns $74,599, a Machine Shop Production Supervisor I (7+ years)earns $66,818,

What are the highest paying states for a CNC Operator?

CNC Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CNC Operator roles are District of Columbia $65,727, California $65,478, Massachusetts $64,605. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CNC Operator roles make?

Salaries for CNC Operator level roles vary by specialization: Cnc Programmer And Operator: $72,268; CNC Operator III: $71,290; CNC Mill Operator: $63,543; CNC Lathe Operator: $63,543; CNC Operator II: $62,600.

CNC Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a CNC Operator make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a CNC Operator in Delaware is $60,254 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,203
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,575 to $66,508
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,404

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CNC Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,508	$5,542	$1,279	$32
Average	$60,254	$5,021	$1,159	$29
25th Percentile	$54,575	$4,548	$1,050	$26

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Key Factors That Influence CNC Operator Salaries

A CNC 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 CNC Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a CNC 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): $46,780
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,588
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,812
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,599
Expert (over 8 years): $66,818

Levels	Salary
Machinist... Level CNC Operator	$46,780
CNC Opera... Level CNC Operator	$59,588
Machinist... Level CNC Operator	$66,812
Machinist... Level CNC Operator	$74,599
Machine S... Level CNC Operator	$66,818

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

District of Columbia: $65,727.
California: $65,478.
Massachusetts: $64,605.

District of Columbia $65,727 California $65,478 Massachusetts $64,605 Washington $64,368 New Jersey $64,344 Alaska $64,261 Connecticut $63,442 New York $63,109

Hawaii $62,047 Rhode Island $61,548 Maryland $61,210 Minnesota $60,747 Colorado $60,569 Illinois $60,509 Oregon $60,284 Delaware $60,117

New Hampshire $60,013 Virginia $59,779 Pennsylvania $59,096 Nevada $58,752 North Dakota $58,639 Michigan $58,461 Wisconsin $58,396 Vermont $58,265

Texas $57,903 Maine $57,879 Arizona $57,844 Ohio $57,802 Georgia $57,256 Indiana $56,983 Wyoming $56,930 Utah $56,846

Iowa $56,811 Kansas $56,526 Louisiana $56,443 North Carolina $56,413 Missouri $56,401 Florida $56,170 Montana $56,045 Nebraska $55,926

Kentucky $55,861 South Carolina $55,624 Tennessee $55,475 Idaho $55,416 New Mexico $54,982 Oklahoma $54,887 Alabama $54,537 South Dakota $53,950

Arkansas $53,629 West Virginia $53,457 Mississippi $52,940

Top Paying Cities for CNC 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: $62,219
Little Creek: $61,643
Magnolia: $61,898

Lincoln, DE $62,219 Little Creek, DE $61,643 Magnolia, DE $61,898 Milford, DE $62,219 Marydel, DE $61,412 Millsboro, DE $62,219 Millville, DE $62,634 Milton, DE $62,219

Nassau, DE $62,219 Ocean View, DE $62,634 Rehoboth Beach, DE $62,634 Seaford, DE $61,566 Selbyville, DE $62,634 Smyrna, DE $61,340 Viola, DE $61,898 Woodside, DE $61,720

Bear, DE $60,889 Newark, DE $60,913 Claymont, DE $60,960 Delaware City, DE $60,913 Hockessin, DE $60,960 Kirkwood, DE $60,913 Middletown, DE $61,216 Montchanin, DE $60,960

New Castle, DE $60,960 Odessa, DE $61,299 Port Penn, DE $60,747 Rockland, DE $60,960 Saint Georges, DE $60,913 Townsend, DE $61,210 Winterthur, DE $60,960 Lewes, DE $62,219

Wilmington, DE $60,960 Dover, DE $61,613 Dover Afb, DE $61,756 Bethany Beach, DE $62,634 Bethel, DE $61,566 Bridgeville, DE $62,219 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,679 Cheswold, DE $61,471

Clayton, DE $61,317 Dagsboro, DE $62,634 Delmar, DE $61,566 Ellendale, DE $62,219 Felton, DE $62,219 Fenwick Island, DE $62,634 Frankford, DE $62,634 Frederica, DE $62,219

Georgetown, DE $62,219 Greenwood, DE $62,219 Harbeson, DE $62,219 Harrington, DE $62,219 Hartly, DE $61,287 Houston, DE $62,219 Kenton, DE $61,317 Laurel, DE $61,566

Yorklyn, DE $60,960

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

Understanding how a CNC 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

$54,575

Average $60,254/year

$66,508

$4,548

Average $5,021/month

$5,542

$1,050

Average $1,159/week

$1,279

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,508	$5,542	$1,279	$32
Average	$60,254	$5,021	$1,159	$29
25th Percentile	$54,575	$4,548	$1,050	$26

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