What are the main factors that influence a Nursing Apprentice's salary?

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

How does experience change A Nursing Apprentice's salary?

A Nursing Apprentice's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,942 for beginners, reaching about $45,057 at mid-level, and approach $46,825 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Nursing Apprentice?

Nursing Apprentice salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nursing Apprentice roles are District of Columbia $50,280, California $50,090, Massachusetts $49,420. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Nursing Apprentice roles make?

Salaries for Nursing Apprentice level roles vary by specialization: Nursing Director: $202,443; Nursing Manager - Nursing Home: $105,891; Nursing Supervisor - Nursing Home: $95,268; Driver Apprentice: $68,157; Lineman Apprentice: $63,011.

Nursing Apprentice Salary in Delaware

How much does a Nursing Apprentice make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nursing Apprentice in Delaware is $45,990 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Nursing Apprentice's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,862
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,760 to $48,540
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,088

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Nursing Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,540	$4,045	$933	$23
Average	$45,990	$3,833	$884	$22
25th Percentile	$39,760	$3,313	$765	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Nursing Apprentice Salaries

A Nursing Apprentice'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 Nursing Apprentice Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Nursing Apprentice'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-Level (less than 1 year): $43,942
Early Career (1-2 years): $44,406
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,057
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,063
Expert (over 8 years): $46,825

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Nursing Apprentice	$43,942
Intermediate Level Nursing Apprentice	$44,406
Senior Level Nursing Apprentice	$45,057
Specialist Level Nursing Apprentice	$46,063
Expert Level Nursing Apprentice	$46,825

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How Do Nursing Apprentice 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 Nursing Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,280.
California: $50,090.
Massachusetts: $49,420.

District of Columbia $50,280 California $50,090 Massachusetts $49,420 Washington $49,240 New Jersey $49,220 Alaska $49,150 Connecticut $48,530 New York $48,270

Hawaii $47,460 Rhode Island $47,080 Maryland $46,820 Minnesota $46,470 Colorado $46,330 Illinois $46,290 Oregon $46,110 Delaware $45,990

New Hampshire $45,910 Virginia $45,730 Pennsylvania $45,200 Nevada $44,940 North Dakota $44,860 Michigan $44,720 Wisconsin $44,670 Vermont $44,570

Texas $44,290 Maine $44,270 Arizona $44,250 Ohio $44,210 Georgia $43,800 Indiana $43,590 Wyoming $43,550 Utah $43,480

Iowa $43,460 Kansas $43,240 Louisiana $43,180 North Carolina $43,150 Missouri $43,140 Florida $42,970 Montana $42,870 Nebraska $42,780

Kentucky $42,730 South Carolina $42,550 Tennessee $42,440 Idaho $42,390 New Mexico $42,060 Oklahoma $41,990 Alabama $41,720 South Dakota $41,270

Arkansas $41,020 West Virginia $40,890 Mississippi $40,500

Top Paying Cities for Nursing Apprentices

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: $45,780
Little Creek: $46,110
Magnolia: $46,050

Lincoln, DE $45,780 Little Creek, DE $46,110 Magnolia, DE $46,050 Milford, DE $45,890 Marydel, DE $45,970 Millsboro, DE $45,590 Millville, DE $45,660 Milton, DE $45,740

Nassau, DE $45,770 Ocean View, DE $45,650 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,740 Seaford, DE $45,760 Selbyville, DE $45,570 Smyrna, DE $46,150 Viola, DE $45,930 Woodside, DE $46,060

Bear, DE $45,950 Newark, DE $45,930 Claymont, DE $46,030 Delaware City, DE $45,980 Hockessin, DE $45,930 Kirkwood, DE $45,970 Middletown, DE $45,990 Montchanin, DE $45,940

New Castle, DE $45,950 Odessa, DE $46,010 Port Penn, DE $46,040 Rockland, DE $45,940 Saint Georges, DE $45,970 Townsend, DE $46,040 Winterthur, DE $45,950 Lewes, DE $45,750

Wilmington, DE $45,930 Dover, DE $46,110 Dover Afb, DE $45,870 Bethany Beach, DE $45,600 Bethel, DE $45,650 Bridgeville, DE $45,760 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,980 Cheswold, DE $46,100

Clayton, DE $46,100 Dagsboro, DE $45,570 Delmar, DE $45,500 Ellendale, DE $45,630 Felton, DE $45,890 Fenwick Island, DE $45,580 Frankford, DE $45,500 Frederica, DE $45,940

Georgetown, DE $45,550 Greenwood, DE $45,760 Harbeson, DE $45,600 Harrington, DE $45,830 Hartly, DE $45,980 Houston, DE $45,770 Kenton, DE $46,100 Laurel, DE $45,520

Yorklyn, DE $45,940

Nursing Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Nursing Apprentice'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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$39,760

Average $45,990/year

$48,540

$3,313

Average $3,833/month

$4,045

$765

Average $884/week

$933

$19

Average $22/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,540	$4,045	$933	$23
Average	$45,990	$3,833	$884	$22
25th Percentile	$39,760	$3,313	$765	$19

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