What are the main factors that influence an Injection Molding Machine 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 Injection Molding Machine Operator's salary?

An Injection Molding Machine Operator's salary grows with experience: an Injection Molding Machine Operator (0-1 years)earns $48,235, an Injection Molding Machine Operator II (1-3 years)earns $54,475, an Injection Molding Machine Operator III (3-5 years)earns $63,574,

What are the highest paying states for an Injection Molding Machine Operator?

Injection Molding Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Injection Molding Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $48,328, California $48,144, Massachusetts $47,503. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Injection Molding Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Injection Molding Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: Injection Molding Supervisor: $89,285; Injection Molding Engineer: $79,940; Plastic Injection Molding Operator III: $56,600; Injection Molding Machine Operator III: $56,576; Plastic Injection Molding Operator II: $48,500.

Injection Molding Machine Operator Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Injection Molding Machine Operator make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Injection Molding Machine Operator in District of Columbia is $48,581 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,028
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,882 to $52,479
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,515

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Injection Molding Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,479	$4,373	$1,009	$25
Average	$48,581	$4,048	$934	$23
25th Percentile	$44,882	$3,740	$863	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Injection Molding Machine Operator Salaries

An Injection Molding Machine 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 Do Injection Molding Machine 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 Injection Molding Machine Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,328.
California: $48,144.
Massachusetts: $47,503.

District of Columbia $48,328 California $48,144 Massachusetts $47,503 Washington $47,328 New Jersey $47,311 Alaska $47,250 Connecticut $46,647 New York $46,403

Hawaii $45,622 Rhode Island $45,255 Maryland $45,006 Minnesota $44,666 Colorado $44,535 Illinois $44,491 Oregon $44,325 Delaware $44,203

New Hampshire $44,126 Virginia $43,954 Pennsylvania $43,452 Nevada $43,199 North Dakota $43,116 Michigan $42,985 Wisconsin $42,937 Vermont $42,841

Texas $42,575 Maine $42,557 Arizona $42,531 Ohio $42,501 Georgia $42,099 Indiana $41,898 Wyoming $41,859 Utah $41,798

Iowa $41,772 Kansas $41,562 Louisiana $41,501 North Carolina $41,479 Missouri $41,471 Florida $41,300 Montana $41,209 Nebraska $41,121

Kentucky $41,073 South Carolina $40,899 Tennessee $40,790 Idaho $40,746 New Mexico $40,427 Oklahoma $40,358 Alabama $40,100 South Dakota $39,668

Arkansas $39,432 West Virginia $39,306 Mississippi $38,926

Top Paying Cities for Injection Molding Machine 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:

Parcel Return Service: $48,328
Washington: $48,328
Naval Anacost Annex: $48,328

Parcel Return Service, DC $48,328 Washington, DC $48,328 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $48,328 Washington Navy Yard, DC $48,328

Injection Molding Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Injection Molding Machine 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

$44,882

Average $48,581/year

$52,479

$3,740

Average $4,048/month

$4,373

$863

Average $934/week

$1,009

$22

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,479	$4,373	$1,009	$25
Average	$48,581	$4,048	$934	$23
25th Percentile	$44,882	$3,740	$863	$22

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