Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator Salary in Virginia (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Virginia Median
$49,590
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.84
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-2% vs US median
US median $50,690
State Rank
#31 of 48
1,890 employed here

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

A Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator working in Virginia earns a median salary of $49,590 per year, or about $23.84 per hour. That is 2% below the national median of $50,690 for this occupation.

Within Virginia, entry-level pay starts around $36,620 while the top 10% make $69,720 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $44,660 and $58,850 a year.

Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator salary range in Virginia

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$36,620$17.61
25th percentile (early career)$44,660$21.47
50th percentile (median)$49,590$23.84
75th percentile (experienced)$58,850$28.29
90th percentile (top earners)$69,720$33.52

How Virginia compares

Virginia ranks 31st 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 Virginia

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 Virginia pay ($49,590) 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 Virginia?
The median Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator salary in Virginia is $49,590 per year, or about $23.84 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $36,620 at the entry level to $69,720 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Virginia pay compare to the national average?
Virginia pays Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators about 2% less than the national median of $50,690. Virginia ranks 31st out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Virginia a good state for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $49,590 a year. About 1,890 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators are employed in Virginia. 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 Virginia?
The highest-paying occupations in Virginia include Anesthesiologist ($488,310), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($478,710), Cardiologist ($461,450), 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.