What are the main factors that influence a Steamfitter'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 Steamfitter?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Steamfitter roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Steamfitter's salary?

A Steamfitter's salary grows with experience: starting around $60,369 for beginners, reaching about $63,253 at mid-level, and approach $63,979 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Steamfitter?

Steamfitter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Steamfitter roles are District of Columbia $66,990, California $66,790, Massachusetts $65,890. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Steamfitter roles make?

Salaries for Steamfitter level roles vary by specialization: Senior Steamfitter: $80,390; Pipefitter, Sr.: $80,309; Journeyman Steamfitter: $75,729; Pipefitter: $60,483.

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Steamfitter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Steamfitter make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Steamfitter in Delaware is $61,290 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,753
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,290 to $67,290
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,738

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Steamfitter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,290	$5,608	$1,294	$32
Average	$61,290	$5,108	$1,179	$29
25th Percentile	$56,290	$4,691	$1,083	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Steamfitter Salaries

A Steamfitter'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 Steamfitter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Steamfitter'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): $60,369
Early Career (1-2 years): $61,258
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,253
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,525
Expert (over 8 years): $63,979

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Steamfitter	$60,369
Intermediate Level Steamfitter	$61,258
Senior Level Steamfitter	$63,253
Specialist Level Steamfitter	$63,525
Expert Level Steamfitter	$63,979

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How Do Steamfitter 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 Steamfitters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,990.
California: $66,790.
Massachusetts: $65,890.

District of Columbia $66,990 California $66,790 Massachusetts $65,890 Washington $65,590 New Jersey $65,590 Alaska $65,490 Connecticut $64,690 New York $64,290

Hawaii $63,290 Rhode Island $62,790 Maryland $62,390 Minnesota $61,890 Colorado $61,790 Illinois $61,690 Oregon $61,490 Delaware $61,290

New Hampshire $61,190 Virginia $60,990 Pennsylvania $60,290 Nevada $59,890 North Dakota $59,790 Michigan $59,590 Wisconsin $59,490 Vermont $59,390

Arizona $58,990 Maine $58,990 Texas $58,990 Ohio $58,890 Georgia $58,390 Indiana $58,090 Wyoming $58,090 Utah $57,990

Iowa $57,890 Kansas $57,590 Louisiana $57,590 North Carolina $57,490 Missouri $57,490 Florida $57,290 Montana $57,190 Nebraska $56,990

Kentucky $56,990 South Carolina $56,690 Tennessee $56,590 Idaho $56,490 New Mexico $56,090 Oklahoma $55,990 Alabama $55,590 South Dakota $54,990

Arkansas $54,690 West Virginia $54,490 Mississippi $53,990

Top Paying Cities for Steamfitters

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: $60,990
Little Creek: $61,490
Magnolia: $61,390

Lincoln, DE $60,990 Little Creek, DE $61,490 Magnolia, DE $61,390 Milford, DE $61,190 Marydel, DE $61,290 Millsboro, DE $60,790 Millville, DE $60,890 Milton, DE $60,990

Nassau, DE $60,990 Ocean View, DE $60,890 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,990 Seaford, DE $60,990 Selbyville, DE $60,790 Smyrna, DE $61,490 Viola, DE $61,190 Woodside, DE $61,390

Bear, DE $61,290 Newark, DE $61,190 Claymont, DE $61,390 Delaware City, DE $61,290 Hockessin, DE $61,190 Kirkwood, DE $61,290 Middletown, DE $61,290 Montchanin, DE $61,190

New Castle, DE $61,190 Odessa, DE $61,290 Port Penn, DE $61,390 Rockland, DE $61,190 Saint Georges, DE $61,290 Townsend, DE $61,390 Winterthur, DE $61,290 Lewes, DE $60,990

Wilmington, DE $61,190 Dover, DE $61,490 Dover Afb, DE $61,090 Bethany Beach, DE $60,790 Bethel, DE $60,890 Bridgeville, DE $60,990 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,290 Cheswold, DE $61,490

Clayton, DE $61,490 Dagsboro, DE $60,690 Delmar, DE $60,590 Ellendale, DE $60,790 Felton, DE $61,190 Fenwick Island, DE $60,790 Frankford, DE $60,690 Frederica, DE $61,190

Georgetown, DE $60,690 Greenwood, DE $60,990 Harbeson, DE $60,790 Harrington, DE $61,090 Hartly, DE $61,290 Houston, DE $60,990 Kenton, DE $61,490 Laurel, DE $60,690

Yorklyn, DE $61,190

Steamfitter Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Steamfitter salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $67,862. While startup companies pay approximate $57,453.

Steamfitter Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$57,453
Growth Stage	51~500	$60,744
Established	501~5000	$65,551
Enterprise	5000+	$67,862

Steamfitter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Steamfitter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Steamfitter positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Steamfitter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Steamfitter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$85,806	$41.0	40%
Biotechnology	$79,677	$38.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$73,548	$35.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$70,484	$34.0	15%
Construction	$67,419	$32.0	10%

Steamfitter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Steamfitter'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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$56,290

Average $61,290/year

$67,290

$4,691

Average $5,108/month

$5,608

$1,083

Average $1,179/week

$1,294

$27

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,290	$5,608	$1,294	$32
Average	$61,290	$5,108	$1,179	$29
25th Percentile	$56,290	$4,691	$1,083	$27

Steamfitter Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Steamfitter, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior Maintenance Pipefitter role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $81,400 - a projected growth of 33% over your current level.

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