Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers Salary by State
Also called: CNC Programmers
The national median pay for computer numerically controlled tool programmers is $68,120 a year. By state, it ranges from $50,190 in Mississippi to $86,390 in Connecticut.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
U.S. pay range
- Lowest 10%
- $47,530
- 25th percentile
- $58,270
- Median
- $68,120
- 75th percentile
- $81,890
- Top 10%
- $100,320
Annual pay, all U.S. workers in this job. About 28,500 jobs.
Median pay in 43 states
| # | State | Median | vs. U.S. | Lowest 10% | Top 10% | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Connecticut | $86,390 | +27% | $58,700 | $118,110 | 500 |
| 2 | California | $82,090 | +21% | $55,900 | $126,010 | 2,990 |
| 3 | Massachusetts | $81,670 | +20% | $59,710 | $102,920 | 680 |
| 4 | Washington | $81,420 | +20% | $62,020 | $101,920 | 660 |
| 5 | Missouri | $78,130 | +15% | $46,460 | $128,950 | 430 |
| 6 | Vermont | $77,980 | +14% | $60,710 | $104,180 | 140 |
| 7 | Kansas | $76,080 | +12% | $53,920 | $125,740 | 680 |
| 8 | North Dakota | $75,990 | +12% | $61,280 | $93,900 | 40 |
| 9 | Oregon | $75,150 | +10% | $53,690 | $103,850 | 500 |
| 10 | Arizona | $74,450 | +9% | $51,970 | $97,610 | 470 |
| 11 | Virginia | $74,390 | +9% | $49,480 | $99,240 | 330 |
| 12 | Minnesota | $74,190 | +9% | $51,200 | $89,970 | 1,250 |
| 13 | Maine | $72,920 | +7% | $47,510 | $102,770 | 50 |
| 14 | New Hampshire | $71,680 | +5% | $56,380 | $94,820 | 290 |
| 15 | Montana | $70,860 | +4% | $46,540 | $95,700 | 60 |
| 16 | New Jersey | $70,460 | +3% | $48,920 | $96,800 | 520 |
| 17 | Tennessee | $69,700 | +2% | $57,200 | $100,690 | 330 |
| 18 | Colorado | $69,570 | +2% | $47,160 | $102,590 | 410 |
| 19 | Texas | $69,550 | +2% | $43,480 | $114,830 | 1,930 |
| 20 | South Carolina | $69,470 | +2% | $48,760 | $97,250 | 340 |
| 21 | Illinois | $68,830 | +1% | $53,290 | $92,130 | 1,070 |
| 22 | New York | $68,730 | +1% | $45,500 | $97,390 | 1,140 |
| 23 | Wisconsin | $67,460 | −1% | $56,220 | $79,470 | 1,610 |
| 24 | South Dakota | $66,650 | −2% | $48,800 | $83,930 | 80 |
| 25 | Pennsylvania | $66,330 | −3% | $49,980 | $88,970 | 1,080 |
| 26 | Maryland | $65,670 | −4% | $44,900 | $85,930 | 200 |
| 27 | Utah | $65,610 | −4% | $47,960 | $96,140 | 150 |
| 28 | Oklahoma | $65,590 | −4% | $44,170 | $99,180 | 330 |
| 29 | Kentucky | $64,980 | −5% | $50,550 | $109,400 | 230 |
| 30 | Michigan | $64,640 | −5% | $50,070 | $93,950 | 2,300 |
| 31 | Alabama | $64,590 | −5% | $42,720 | $90,520 | 420 |
| 32 | North Carolina | $63,990 | −6% | $47,120 | $88,200 | 760 |
| 33 | Florida | $63,970 | −6% | $37,520 | $93,770 | 770 |
| 34 | Idaho | $63,560 | −7% | $45,780 | $93,010 | 120 |
| 35 | Indiana | $63,200 | −7% | $49,100 | $90,450 | 1,490 |
| 36 | Nebraska | $63,190 | −7% | $44,050 | $79,810 | 70 |
| 37 | Rhode Island | $62,640 | −8% | $57,070 | $85,110 | 70 |
| 38 | Georgia | $61,360 | −10% | $43,690 | $91,190 | 420 |
| 39 | Ohio | $60,080 | −12% | $42,950 | $84,120 | 2,370 |
| 40 | Iowa | $57,780 | −15% | $39,150 | $78,160 | 640 |
| 41 | Nevada | $57,210 | −16% | $40,560 | $115,160 | 130 |
| 42 | Arkansas | $56,390 | −17% | $46,500 | $80,220 | 210 |
| 43 | Mississippi | $50,190 | −26% | $43,430 | $75,390 | 140 |
BLS OEWS May 2025 state estimates. States without published data are not listed. “Not published”: BLS withheld the value or it is above the highest amount BLS publishes. Pay is not adjusted for living costs.
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers salary questions
Which state pays computer numerically controlled tool programmers the most?
Connecticut, with a median of $86,390 a year (+27% vs. the national median of $68,120). BLS May 2025.
Which state pays computer numerically controlled tool programmers the least?
Mississippi, with a median of $50,190 a year (−26% vs. national).
Where do most computer numerically controlled tool programmers work?
California has the most jobs, about 2,990, with a median of $82,090.
Does a higher salary mean more money left over?
Not always. These are pay figures only. Living costs, taxes and housing differ a lot between states, and this page does not adjust for them.