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Press operator salary
Average press operator salary
$16.62
Average Press Operator Salary
The average salary for a Press Operator is approximately $34,568 per year. However, this figure can fluctuate significantly based on various factors such as geographic location, years of experience, and the specific industry.
Factors Influencing Salary
- Location: Salaries vary by state, with higher compensation often found in states with a higher cost of living.
- Experience: Entry-level positions typically start lower, while seasoned professionals can earn significantly more.
- Industry: Certain industries, like manufacturing and printing, may offer higher salaries due to the demand for skilled operators.
To maximize your earning potential as a press operator, consider gaining additional certifications or skills relevant to the industry. Staying informed about salary trends and job openings can provide advantages in negotiating your pay. Explore job listings on platforms like Zippia to connect with employers seeking skilled press operators.
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Where can a Press Operator earn more?
Press operator salaries by experience level
Press operator salary estimates from across the web
Average press operator salary by state
The highest-paying states for press operators are New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. The lowest average press operator salary states are Arkansas, Arizona, and South Carolina.
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Highest paying states for press operators
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rhode Island | $42,129 | $20.25 |
| 2 | New Hampshire | $42,461 | $20.41 |
| 3 | Massachusetts | $41,483 | $19.94 |
| 4 | Iowa | $38,715 | $18.61 |
| 5 | Ohio | $37,977 | $18.26 |
| 6 | Alaska | $40,351 | $19.40 |
| 7 | Vermont | $41,853 | $20.12 |
| 8 | Connecticut | $41,238 | $19.83 |
| 9 | Maine | $39,961 | $19.21 |
| 10 | Nevada | $40,438 | $19.44 |
| 11 | Maryland | $38,527 | $18.52 |
| 12 | South Dakota | $37,700 | $18.13 |
| 13 | Wisconsin | $36,145 | $17.38 |
| 14 | Kentucky | $36,764 | $17.68 |
| 15 | Idaho | $38,412 | $18.47 |
| 16 | Indiana | $36,183 | $17.40 |
| 17 | Pennsylvania | $36,960 | $17.77 |
| 18 | West Virginia | $37,743 | $18.15 |
| 19 | Delaware | $40,117 | $19.29 |
| 20 | Minnesota | $36,225 | $17.42 |
| 21 | District of Columbia | $38,646 | $18.58 |
| 22 | Montana | $38,658 | $18.59 |
| 23 | Utah | $35,754 | $17.19 |
| 24 | Michigan | $35,580 | $17.11 |
| 25 | North Dakota | $37,285 | $17.93 |
| 26 | Nebraska | $35,089 | $16.87 |
| 27 | Tennessee | $33,802 | $16.25 |
| 28 | Hawaii | $35,641 | $17.14 |
| 29 | New Jersey | $34,162 | $16.42 |
| 30 | Illinois | $34,154 | $16.42 |
| 31 | Wyoming | $35,502 | $17.07 |
| 32 | Georgia | $33,712 | $16.21 |
| 33 | California | $36,571 | $17.58 |
| 34 | Oregon | $34,837 | $16.75 |
| 35 | Kansas | $32,879 | $15.81 |
| 36 | New York | $35,416 | $17.03 |
| 37 | Louisiana | $34,747 | $16.71 |
| 38 | North Carolina | $31,576 | $15.18 |
| 39 | Missouri | $32,440 | $15.60 |
| 40 | Mississippi | $31,934 | $15.35 |
| 41 | Virginia | $34,002 | $16.35 |
| 42 | Oklahoma | $32,428 | $15.59 |
| 43 | Arkansas | $31,298 | $15.05 |
| 44 | South Carolina | $30,116 | $14.48 |
| 45 | Washington | $33,529 | $16.12 |
| 46 | Colorado | $33,120 | $15.92 |
| 47 | New Mexico | $32,479 | $15.61 |
| 48 | Alabama | $28,839 | $13.86 |
| 49 | Arizona | $30,705 | $14.76 |
| 50 | Florida | $29,854 | $14.35 |
| 51 | Texas | $29,606 | $14.23 |
Highest paying cities for press operators
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westfield, MA | $41,434 | $19.92 |
Press operator salary details
A press operator's salary ranges from $27,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $42,000 at the 90th percentile.
What is a press operator's salary?
| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $42,000 | $3,500 | $20 |
| 75th Percentile | $38,000 | $3,167 | $18 |
| Average | $34,568 | $2,881 | $17 |
| 25th Percentile | $30,000 | $2,500 | $14 |
| 10th Percentile | $27,000 | $2,250 | $13 |
Highest paying press operator jobs
The highest paying types of press operators are product coordinator, press operator printing, and set-up operator.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Machine Operator/Forklift Operator | $32,452 | $2,704 | $15.60 | 120,073 |
| Product Coordinator | $50,707 | $4,226 | $24.38 | 74,640 |
| Mold Machine Operator | $32,186 | $2,682 | $15.47 | 68,276 |
| Machine Operator | $32,874 | $2,740 | $15.80 | 96,834 |
| Production Operator | $35,185 | $2,932 | $16.92 | 117,254 |
| Molder Operator | $31,707 | $2,642 | $15.24 | 66,217 |
Top companies hiring press operators now:
Which companies pay press operators the most?
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ProAmpac | $34,883 | $16.77 |
Wage gap by gender, race and education
Press Operator salary by industry
The average press operator salary varies across industries:
- The average press operator salary in the automotive industry is $38,166, the highest of any industry.
- The average press operator salary in the finance industry is $36,663.
- Press operators in the retail industry earn an average salary of $34,232, the lowest of any industry.
Highest paying industries for press operators
| Rank | Industry | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Automotive | $38,166 | $18.35 |
| 2 | Technology | $36,663 | $17.63 |
| 3 | Manufacturing | $36,429 | $17.51 |
| 4 | Retail | $34,232 | $16.46 |
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Press operator salary trends
The average press operator salary has risen by $6,786 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average press operator earned $27,782 annually, but today, they earn $34,568 a year. That works out to a 14% change in pay for press operators over the last decade.
Compare press operator salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Average press operator salary over time
Compare press operator salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
Press operator salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,600 | $16.62 | +3.7% |
| 2024 | $33,300 | $16.00 | +3.2% |
| 2023 | $32,200 | $15.49 | +4.1% |
| 2022 | $30,900 | $14.86 | +2.1% |
| 2021 | $30,300 | $14.55 | +3.4% |
Recently added press operator salaries
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post Holdings | Press Utility | Carrington, ND | 06/10/2025 | $35,479 |
| Norsk Hydro Asa | Press Utility | Delhi, LA | 05/28/2025 | $35,103 |
| Portco Corporation | Press Utility | Woodland, WA | 04/17/2025 | $35,479 |
| Norsk Hydro Asa | Press Utility | Delhi, LA | 04/11/2025 | $33,935 |
| Norsk Hydro Asa | Press Utility | Delhi, LA | 03/29/2025 | $33,935 |
| Pennex Aluminum Company | Press Utility | Leetonia, OH | 03/28/2025 | $36,481 |
| Metal Exchange Corporation | Press Utility | Leetonia, OH | 03/25/2025 | $36,481 |
| Portco Corporation | Press Utility | Woodland, WA | 03/23/2025 | $35,479 |
| Post Holdings | Press Utility | Carrington, ND | 02/02/2025 | $35,479 |
| Metal Exchange Corporation | Press Utility | Leetonia, OH | 07/11/2024 | $35,416 |
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