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

A Feed Mill Operator's salary grows with experience: a Millwright I (0-1 years)earns $52,925, a Feed Mill Operator (1-3 years)earns $63,527, a Millwright III (3-5 years)earns $73,363, a Millwright IV (5-7 years)earns $81,569,

What are the highest paying states for a Feed Mill Operator?

Feed Mill Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Feed Mill Operator roles are District of Columbia $68,216, California $67,957, Massachusetts $67,051. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Feed Mill Operator roles make?

Salaries for Feed Mill Operator level roles vary by specialization: Feed Mill Manager: $138,428; Feed Mill Supervisor: $91,233; Boring Mill Operator: $77,391; CNC Mill Operator: $63,543; Mill Operator: $62,638.

Feed Mill Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Feed Mill Operator make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Feed Mill Operator in Delaware is $62,535 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,902
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,543 to $69,008
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,177

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Feed Mill Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,008	$5,751	$1,327	$33
Average	$62,535	$5,211	$1,203	$30
25th Percentile	$55,543	$4,629	$1,068	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Feed Mill Operator Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $68,216.
California: $67,957.
Massachusetts: $67,051.

District of Columbia $68,216 California $67,957 Massachusetts $67,051 Washington $66,805 New Jersey $66,780 Alaska $66,694 Connecticut $65,844 New York $65,499

Hawaii $64,396 Rhode Island $63,879 Maryland $63,527 Minnesota $63,047 Colorado $62,862 Illinois $62,800 Oregon $62,566 Delaware $62,394

New Hampshire $62,285 Virginia $62,043 Pennsylvania $61,334 Nevada $60,977 North Dakota $60,860 Michigan $60,675 Wisconsin $60,607 Vermont $60,471

Texas $60,096 Maine $60,071 Arizona $60,034 Ohio $59,991 Georgia $59,424 Indiana $59,141 Wyoming $59,085 Utah $58,999

Iowa $58,962 Kansas $58,666 Louisiana $58,580 North Carolina $58,549 Missouri $58,537 Florida $58,297 Montana $58,167 Nebraska $58,044

Kentucky $57,976 South Carolina $57,730 Tennessee $57,576 Idaho $57,514 New Mexico $57,064 Oklahoma $56,966 Alabama $56,602 South Dakota $55,992

Arkansas $55,660 West Virginia $55,481 Mississippi $54,945

Top Paying Cities for Feed Mill 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: $64,575
Little Creek: $63,977
Magnolia: $64,242

Lincoln, DE $64,575 Little Creek, DE $63,977 Magnolia, DE $64,242 Milford, DE $64,575 Marydel, DE $63,737 Millsboro, DE $64,575 Millville, DE $65,006 Milton, DE $64,575

Nassau, DE $64,575 Ocean View, DE $65,006 Rehoboth Beach, DE $65,006 Seaford, DE $63,897 Selbyville, DE $65,006 Smyrna, DE $63,663 Viola, DE $64,242 Woodside, DE $64,057

Bear, DE $63,195 Newark, DE $63,219 Claymont, DE $63,269 Delaware City, DE $63,219 Hockessin, DE $63,269 Kirkwood, DE $63,219 Middletown, DE $63,533 Montchanin, DE $63,269

New Castle, DE $63,269 Odessa, DE $63,620 Port Penn, DE $63,047 Rockland, DE $63,269 Saint Georges, DE $63,219 Townsend, DE $63,527 Winterthur, DE $63,269 Lewes, DE $64,575

Wilmington, DE $63,269 Dover, DE $63,946 Dover Afb, DE $64,094 Bethany Beach, DE $65,006 Bethel, DE $63,897 Bridgeville, DE $64,575 Camden Wyoming, DE $64,014 Cheswold, DE $63,798

Clayton, DE $63,638 Dagsboro, DE $65,006 Delmar, DE $63,897 Ellendale, DE $64,575 Felton, DE $64,575 Fenwick Island, DE $65,006 Frankford, DE $65,006 Frederica, DE $64,575

Georgetown, DE $64,575 Greenwood, DE $64,575 Harbeson, DE $64,575 Harrington, DE $64,575 Hartly, DE $63,607 Houston, DE $64,575 Kenton, DE $63,638 Laurel, DE $63,897

Yorklyn, DE $63,269

Feed Mill Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Feed Mill 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

$55,543

Average $62,535/year

$69,008

$4,629

Average $5,211/month

$5,751

$1,068

Average $1,203/week

$1,327

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,008	$5,751	$1,327	$33
Average	$62,535	$5,211	$1,203	$30
25th Percentile	$55,543	$4,629	$1,068	$27

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