What are the main factors that influence a Cnc 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 A Cnc Machine Operator's salary?

A Cnc Machine Operator's salary grows with experience: a CNC Machine Operator I (1-3 years)earns $51,706, a Cnc Machine Operator (3-5 years)earns $65,410, a CNC Machine Operator III (5-7 years)earns $74,438,

What are the highest paying states for a Cnc Machine Operator?

Cnc Machine Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cnc Machine Operator roles are District of Columbia $69,259, California $68,996, Massachusetts $68,076. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cnc Machine Operator roles make?

Salaries for Cnc Machine Operator level roles vary by specialization: CNC Machine Programmer IV: $119,400; CNC Machine Programmer III: $85,300; CNC Machine Programmer II: $72,400; CNC Laser Machine Operator III: $71,300; CNC Machine Programmer: $64,644.

Cnc Machine Operator Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Cnc Machine Operator make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Cnc Machine Operator in Rhode Island is $65,305 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,895
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,632 to $71,895
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,556

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Cnc Machine Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,895	$5,991	$1,383	$35
Average	$65,305	$5,442	$1,256	$31
25th Percentile	$58,632	$4,886	$1,128	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Cnc Machine Operator Salaries

A Cnc 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 Cnc 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 Cnc Machine Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,259.
California: $68,996.
Massachusetts: $68,076.

District of Columbia $69,259 California $68,996 Massachusetts $68,076 Washington $67,826 New Jersey $67,801 Alaska $67,714 Connecticut $66,850 New York $66,500

Hawaii $65,380 Rhode Island $64,855 Maryland $64,498 Minnesota $64,010 Colorado $63,823 Illinois $63,760 Oregon $63,523 Delaware $63,347

New Hampshire $63,237 Virginia $62,991 Pennsylvania $62,271 Nevada $61,909 North Dakota $61,790 Michigan $61,602 Wisconsin $61,533 Vermont $61,396

Texas $61,014 Maine $60,989 Arizona $60,952 Ohio $60,908 Georgia $60,332 Indiana $60,045 Wyoming $59,988 Utah $59,901

Iowa $59,863 Kansas $59,563 Louisiana $59,475 North Carolina $59,444 Missouri $59,432 Florida $59,188 Montana $59,056 Nebraska $58,931

Kentucky $58,862 South Carolina $58,612 Tennessee $58,456 Idaho $58,393 New Mexico $57,937 Oklahoma $57,836 Alabama $57,467 South Dakota $56,848

Arkansas $56,510 West Virginia $56,329 Mississippi $55,785

Top Paying Cities for Cnc 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:

Adamsville: $65,918
Albion: $64,824
Ashaway: $66,169

Adamsville, RI $65,918 Albion, RI $64,824 Ashaway, RI $66,169 Barrington, RI $64,824 Block Island, RI $65,824 Bradford, RI $66,125 Bristol, RI $64,761 Carolina, RI $65,587

Charlestown, RI $65,656 Chepachet, RI $64,699 Clayville, RI $64,761 Coventry, RI $64,699 West Greenwich, RI $64,655 East Greenwich, RI $64,742 Exeter, RI $66,125 Fiskeville, RI $64,824

Forestdale, RI $64,761 Foster, RI $64,655 Glendale, RI $64,655 Greene, RI $65,380 Greenville, RI $64,824 Harmony, RI $64,805 Harrisville, RI $64,699 Hope, RI $64,824

Hope Valley, RI $66,169 Hopkinton, RI $66,187 Jamestown, RI $65,524 Kenyon, RI $66,106 Little Compton, RI $65,893 Manville, RI $64,824 Mapleville, RI $64,655 Newport, RI $65,537

Middletown, RI $65,812 North Kingstown, RI $64,636 North Scituate, RI $64,805 Oakland, RI $64,717 Pascoag, RI $64,680 Pawtucket, RI $64,824 Central Falls, RI $64,824 Cumberland, RI $64,824

Lincoln, RI $64,824 Portsmouth, RI $65,274 Prudence Island, RI $64,699 Rockville, RI $66,187 Saunderstown, RI $65,562 Shannock, RI $66,087 Slatersville, RI $64,761 Slocum, RI $65,562

Tiverton, RI $65,937 Wakefield, RI $65,493 Kingston, RI $65,505 Narragansett, RI $65,518 Peace Dale, RI $65,493 Warren, RI $64,805 Warwick, RI $64,824 Westerly, RI $66,206

West Kingston, RI $65,543 West Warwick, RI $64,824 Wood River Junction, RI $66,125 Woonsocket, RI $64,761 North Smithfield, RI $64,805 Wyoming, RI $66,106 Providence, RI $64,824 Cranston, RI $64,824

North Providence, RI $64,824 East Providence, RI $64,824 Riverside, RI $64,824 Rumford, RI $64,824 Smithfield, RI $64,824 Johnston, RI $64,824

Cnc Machine Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cnc 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

$58,632

Average $65,305/year

$71,895

$4,886

Average $5,442/month

$5,991

$1,128

Average $1,256/week

$1,383

$28

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,895	$5,991	$1,383	$35
Average	$65,305	$5,442	$1,256	$31
25th Percentile	$58,632	$4,886	$1,128	$28

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