Salary of Machine Operator in United States 2026

How much does a Machine Operator earn?

$39,940 / Annual
Based on 578 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $30,720 Average salary: $39,940 Maximum: $53,760

Minimum
$30,720 Average salary
$39,940 Maximum
$53,760

$3,328 / Monthly
Based on 578 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $2,560 Average salary: $3,328 Maximum: $4,480

Minimum
$2,560 Average salary
$3,328 Maximum
$4,480

$111 / Daily
Based on 578 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $85 Average salary: $111 Maximum: $149

Minimum
$85 Average salary
$111 Maximum
$149

$21 / Hourly
Based on 578 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $16 Average salary: $21 Maximum: $28

Minimum
$16 Average salary
$21 Maximum
$28

Salary data updated: June 2026

Salary of Machine Operator in United States

Machine Operator

1 month ago

Schofield, WI, United States Ryerson Full-time

Ryerson - - Responsibilities: Picking and staging feedstock for fulfillment orders; Breaking down bulk bundles for...
Machine Operator

6 months ago

Toledo, OH, United States LaborMAX Staffing Full-time

LaborMAX Staffing - - Responsibilities: Operate large metal-cutting machines: Laser Cutting, Water Jet, Precision Bar...
Machine Operator

6 months ago

Maumee, OH, United States LaborMAX Staffing Full-time

LaborMAX Staffing - - Responsibilities: Operate large metal-cutting machines: Laser Cutting, Water Jet, Precision Bar...

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FAQ - Machine Operator

The average salary for Machine Operator is USD39,940 per year in United States. Salary estimates are based on 578 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Machine Operator in United States.

The lowest salary of Machine Operator per year in United States is USD30,720

The highest salary for Machine Operator per year in United States is USD53,760

Data updated: June 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in United States. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 578 job postings with salary.