Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator Salary in Maryland (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators in Maryland, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Maryland Median
$46,870
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.53
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-8% vs US median
US median $50,690
State Rank
#43 of 48
1,800 employed here

How much does a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator make in Maryland?

A Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator working in Maryland earns a median salary of $46,870 per year, or about $22.53 per hour. That is 8% below the national median of $50,690 for this occupation.

Within Maryland, entry-level pay starts around $32,060 while the top 10% make $74,010 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $36,290 and $57,820 a year.

Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator salary range in Maryland

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$32,060$15.41
25th percentile (early career)$36,290$17.45
50th percentile (median)$46,870$22.53
75th percentile (experienced)$57,820$27.80
90th percentile (top earners)$74,010$35.58

How Maryland compares

Maryland ranks 43rd out of 48 states and territories for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$107,920
2Massachusetts$61,630
3North Dakota$60,250
4Connecticut$59,840
5New Hampshire$59,730

Working as a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator in Maryland

Nationally, about 169,000 people work as Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Maryland pay ($46,870) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator make in Maryland?
The median Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator salary in Maryland is $46,870 per year, or about $22.53 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $32,060 at the entry level to $74,010 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Maryland pay compare to the national average?
Maryland pays Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators about 8% less than the national median of $50,690. Maryland ranks 43rd out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Maryland a good state for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $46,870 a year. About 1,800 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators are employed in Maryland. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Maryland?
The highest-paying occupations in Maryland include Radiologist ($581,510), Emergency Medicine Physician ($451,620), Dermatologist ($442,210), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.