What are the main factors that influence an Entry Boilermaker's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Entry Boilermaker's salary?

An Entry Boilermaker's salary grows with experience: an Entry Boilermaker (1-3 years)earns $49,008, an Intermediate Boilermaker (3-5 years)earns $59,292, a Journeyman Boilermaker (5-7 years)earns $67,909,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Boilermaker?

Entry Boilermaker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Boilermaker roles are District of Columbia $53,600, California $53,400, Massachusetts $52,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Boilermaker roles make?

Salaries for Entry Boilermaker level roles vary by specialization: Journeyman Boilermaker: $67,100; Senior Boilermaker: $67,060; Boilermaker III: $67,057; Boilermaker: $60,262; Intermediate Boilermaker: $58,600.

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Entry Boilermaker Salary in Delaware

How much does an Entry Boilermaker make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Boilermaker in Delaware is $49,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, an Entry Boilermaker's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,888
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,000 to $53,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,357

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Entry Boilermaker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,700	$4,475	$1,033	$26
Average	$49,100	$4,092	$944	$24
25th Percentile	$44,000	$3,667	$846	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Boilermaker Salaries

An Entry Boilermaker's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Entry Boilermaker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Boilermaker's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry Boilermaker (1-3 years): $49,008
Intermediate Boilermaker (3-5 years): $59,292
Journeyman Boilermaker (5-7 years): $67,909

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Boilermaker	1-3 years	$49,008
Intermediate Boilermaker	3-5 years	$59,292
Journeyman Boilermaker	5-7 years	$67,909

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How Do Entry Boilermaker Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Entry Boilermakers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,600.
California: $53,400.
Massachusetts: $52,700.

District of Columbia $53,600 California $53,400 Massachusetts $52,700 Washington $52,500 New Jersey $52,500 Alaska $52,400 Connecticut $51,800 New York $51,500

Hawaii $50,600 Rhode Island $50,200 Maryland $49,900 Minnesota $49,600 Illinois $49,400 Colorado $49,400 Oregon $49,200 Delaware $49,100

New Hampshire $49,000 Virginia $48,800 Pennsylvania $48,200 Nevada $47,900 North Dakota $47,900 Michigan $47,700 Wisconsin $47,700 Vermont $47,500

Texas $47,300 Ohio $47,200 Maine $47,200 Arizona $47,200 Georgia $46,700 Indiana $46,500 Wyoming $46,500 Utah $46,400

Iowa $46,400 Kansas $46,100 Louisiana $46,100 North Carolina $46,000 Missouri $46,000 Florida $45,800 Montana $45,700 Nebraska $45,600

Kentucky $45,600 South Carolina $45,400 Tennessee $45,300 Idaho $45,200 New Mexico $44,900 Oklahoma $44,800 Alabama $44,500 South Dakota $44,000

Arkansas $43,800 West Virginia $43,600 Mississippi $43,200

Top Paying Cities for Entry Boilermakers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $48,800
Little Creek: $49,200
Magnolia: $49,100

Lincoln, DE $48,800 Little Creek, DE $49,200 Magnolia, DE $49,100 Milford, DE $49,000 Marydel, DE $49,000 Millsboro, DE $48,600 Millville, DE $48,700 Milton, DE $48,800

Nassau, DE $48,800 Ocean View, DE $48,700 Rehoboth Beach, DE $48,800 Seaford, DE $48,800 Selbyville, DE $48,600 Smyrna, DE $49,200 Viola, DE $49,000 Woodside, DE $49,100

Bear, DE $49,000 Newark, DE $49,000 Claymont, DE $49,100 Delaware City, DE $49,100 Hockessin, DE $49,000 Kirkwood, DE $49,000 Middletown, DE $49,100 Montchanin, DE $49,000

New Castle, DE $49,000 Odessa, DE $49,100 Port Penn, DE $49,100 Rockland, DE $49,000 Saint Georges, DE $49,000 Townsend, DE $49,100 Winterthur, DE $49,000 Lewes, DE $48,800

Wilmington, DE $49,000 Dover, DE $49,200 Dover Afb, DE $48,900 Bethany Beach, DE $48,600 Bethel, DE $48,700 Bridgeville, DE $48,800 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,100 Cheswold, DE $49,200

Clayton, DE $49,200 Dagsboro, DE $48,600 Delmar, DE $48,500 Ellendale, DE $48,700 Felton, DE $49,000 Fenwick Island, DE $48,600 Frankford, DE $48,500 Frederica, DE $49,000

Georgetown, DE $48,600 Greenwood, DE $48,800 Harbeson, DE $48,600 Harrington, DE $48,900 Hartly, DE $49,000 Houston, DE $48,800 Kenton, DE $49,200 Laurel, DE $48,600

Yorklyn, DE $49,000

Entry Boilermaker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Boilermaker's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$44,000

Average $49,100/year

$53,700

$3,667

Average $4,092/month

$4,475

$846

Average $944/week

$1,033

$21

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,700	$4,475	$1,033	$26
Average	$49,100	$4,092	$944	$24
25th Percentile	$44,000	$3,667	$846	$21

Entry Boilermaker Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Entry Boilermaker, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Intermediate Boilermaker role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $59,300 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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