What are the main factors that influence a NDT Technician IV's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for NDT Technician IV?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for NDT Technician IV roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A NDT Technician 's salary?

A NDT Technician 's salary grows with experience: a NDT Technician I (0-1 years)earns $57,506, a NDT Technician II (1-3 years)earns $64,767, a NDT Technician III (3-5 years)earns $75,541, a NDT Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $90,539,

What are the highest paying states for a NDT Technician IV?

NDT Technician IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for NDT Technician IV roles are District of Columbia $99,000, California $98,700, Massachusetts $97,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of NDT Technician roles make?

Salaries for NDT Technician level roles vary by specialization: NDT Engineer: $143,996; Non-Destructive Test Technician IV: $89,404; NDT Technician III: $74,600; NDT Technician II: $64,000; Assistant NDT Technician: $63,761.

NDT Technician IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a NDT Technician IV make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a NDT Technician IV in Delaware is $90,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a NDT Technician IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,794
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,500 to $99,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,394

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NDT Technician IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,600	$8,300	$1,915	$48
Average	$90,600	$7,550	$1,742	$44
25th Percentile	$79,500	$6,625	$1,529	$38

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Key Factors That Influence NDT Technician IV Salaries

A NDT Technician IV'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 NDT Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a NDT Technician IV'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:

NDT Technician I (0-1 years): $57,506
NDT Technician II (1-3 years): $64,767
NDT Technician III (3-5 years): $75,541
NDT Technician IV (5-7 years): $90,539

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
NDT Technician I	0-1 years	$57,506
NDT Technician II	1-3 years	$64,767
NDT Technician III	3-5 years	$75,541
NDT Technician IV	5-7 years	$90,539

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How Do NDT Technician IV 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 NDT Technician IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $99,000.
California: $98,700.
Massachusetts: $97,300.

District of Columbia $99,000 California $98,700 Massachusetts $97,300 Washington $97,000 New Jersey $97,000 Alaska $96,800 Connecticut $95,600 New York $95,100

Hawaii $93,500 Rhode Island $92,700 Maryland $92,200 Minnesota $91,500 Colorado $91,300 Illinois $91,200 Oregon $90,800 Delaware $90,600

New Hampshire $90,400 Virginia $90,100 Pennsylvania $89,100 Nevada $88,500 North Dakota $88,400 Michigan $88,100 Wisconsin $88,000 Vermont $87,800

Texas $87,300 Arizona $87,200 Maine $87,200 Ohio $87,100 Georgia $86,300 Indiana $85,900 Wyoming $85,800 Utah $85,700

Iowa $85,600 Kansas $85,200 Louisiana $85,100 North Carolina $85,000 Missouri $85,000 Florida $84,600 Montana $84,500 Nebraska $84,300

Kentucky $84,200 South Carolina $83,800 Tennessee $83,600 Idaho $83,500 New Mexico $82,900 Oklahoma $82,700 Alabama $82,200 South Dakota $81,300

Arkansas $80,800 West Virginia $80,600 Mississippi $79,800

Top Paying Cities for NDT Technician IVs

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: $90,200
Little Creek: $90,800
Magnolia: $90,700

Lincoln, DE $90,200 Little Creek, DE $90,800 Magnolia, DE $90,700 Milford, DE $90,400 Marydel, DE $90,600 Millsboro, DE $89,800 Millville, DE $89,900 Milton, DE $90,100

Nassau, DE $90,200 Ocean View, DE $89,900 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,100 Seaford, DE $90,200 Selbyville, DE $89,800 Smyrna, DE $90,900 Viola, DE $90,500 Woodside, DE $90,700

Bear, DE $90,500 Newark, DE $90,500 Claymont, DE $90,700 Delaware City, DE $90,600 Hockessin, DE $90,500 Kirkwood, DE $90,600 Middletown, DE $90,600 Montchanin, DE $90,500

New Castle, DE $90,500 Odessa, DE $90,600 Port Penn, DE $90,700 Rockland, DE $90,500 Saint Georges, DE $90,600 Townsend, DE $90,700 Winterthur, DE $90,500 Lewes, DE $90,100

Wilmington, DE $90,500 Dover, DE $90,800 Dover Afb, DE $90,400 Bethany Beach, DE $89,800 Bethel, DE $89,900 Bridgeville, DE $90,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,600 Cheswold, DE $90,800

Clayton, DE $90,800 Dagsboro, DE $89,800 Delmar, DE $89,600 Ellendale, DE $89,900 Felton, DE $90,400 Fenwick Island, DE $89,800 Frankford, DE $89,600 Frederica, DE $90,500

Georgetown, DE $89,700 Greenwood, DE $90,200 Harbeson, DE $89,800 Harrington, DE $90,300 Hartly, DE $90,600 Houston, DE $90,200 Kenton, DE $90,800 Laurel, DE $89,700

Yorklyn, DE $90,500

NDT Technician IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

NDT Technician IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $102,180. While startup companies pay approximate $86,538.

NDT Technician IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$86,538
Growth Stage	51~500	$91,490
Established	501~5000	$98,700
Enterprise	5000+	$102,180

NDT Technician IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For NDT Technician IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, NDT Technician positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view NDT Technician IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a NDT Technician IV

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$108,720	$52.0	20%

NDT Technician IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a NDT Technician IV'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$79,500

Average $90,600/year

$99,600

$6,625

Average $7,550/month

$8,300

$1,529

Average $1,742/week

$1,915

$38

Average $44/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$99,600	$8,300	$1,915	$48
Average	$90,600	$7,550	$1,742	$44
25th Percentile	$79,500	$6,625	$1,529	$38

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