What are the main factors that influence an Assembler I's salary?

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

How does experience change An Assembler 's salary?

An Assembler 's salary grows with experience: an Assembler I (0-1 years)earns $40,502, an Assembler II (1-3 years)earns $45,350, an Assembler III (3-5 years)earns $50,451, an Assembler IV (5-7 years)earns $59,236, an Assembly Supervisor (7+ years)earns $62,473,

What are the highest paying states for an Assembler I?

Assembler I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assembler I roles are District of Columbia $44,281, California $44,113, Massachusetts $43,525. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assembler roles make?

Salaries for Assembler level roles vary by specialization: Assembler Operator I: $45,678; Mechanical Assembler I: $40,400; Floor Assembler I: $40,000; Manufacturing Assembler I: $40,000; Electrical/Electronic Assembler I: $40,000.

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Assembler I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assembler I make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assembler I in Delaware is $40,502 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,929
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,319 to $43,343
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,421

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Assembler I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,343	$3,612	$834	$21
Average	$40,502	$3,375	$779	$19
25th Percentile	$37,319	$3,110	$718	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Assembler I Salaries

An Assembler I'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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Assembler I	0-1 years	$40,502
Assembler II	1-3 years	$45,350
Assembler III	3-5 years	$50,451
Assembler IV	5-7 years	$59,236
Assembly Supervisor	7+ years	$62,473

How Do Assembler I 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 Assembler Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,281.
California: $44,113.
Massachusetts: $43,525.

District of Columbia $44,281 California $44,113 Massachusetts $43,525 Washington $43,365 New Jersey $43,349 Alaska $43,294 Connecticut $42,742 New York $42,518

Hawaii $41,802 Rhode Island $41,466 Maryland $41,238 Minnesota $40,926 Colorado $40,806 Illinois $40,766 Oregon $40,614 Delaware $40,502

New Hampshire $40,432 Virginia $40,274 Pennsylvania $39,814 Nevada $39,582 North Dakota $39,506 Michigan $39,386 Wisconsin $39,342 Vermont $39,254

Texas $39,010 Maine $38,994 Arizona $38,970 Ohio $38,942 Georgia $38,574 Indiana $38,390 Wyoming $38,354 Utah $38,298

Iowa $38,274 Kansas $38,082 Louisiana $38,026 North Carolina $38,006 Missouri $37,998 Florida $37,842 Montana $37,758 Nebraska $37,678

Kentucky $37,634 South Carolina $37,474 Tennessee $37,374 Idaho $37,334 New Mexico $37,042 Oklahoma $36,978 Alabama $36,742 South Dakota $36,347

Arkansas $36,131 West Virginia $36,015 Mississippi $35,667

Top Paying Cities for Assembler Is

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: $41,918
Little Creek: $41,530
Magnolia: $41,702

Lincoln, DE $41,918 Little Creek, DE $41,530 Magnolia, DE $41,702 Milford, DE $41,918 Marydel, DE $41,374 Millsboro, DE $41,918 Millville, DE $42,198 Milton, DE $41,918

Nassau, DE $41,918 Ocean View, DE $42,198 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,198 Seaford, DE $41,478 Selbyville, DE $42,198 Smyrna, DE $41,326 Viola, DE $41,702 Woodside, DE $41,582

Bear, DE $41,022 Newark, DE $41,038 Claymont, DE $41,070 Delaware City, DE $41,038 Hockessin, DE $41,070 Kirkwood, DE $41,038 Middletown, DE $41,242 Montchanin, DE $41,070

New Castle, DE $41,070 Odessa, DE $41,298 Port Penn, DE $40,926 Rockland, DE $41,070 Saint Georges, DE $41,038 Townsend, DE $41,238 Winterthur, DE $41,070 Lewes, DE $41,918

Wilmington, DE $41,070 Dover, DE $41,510 Dover Afb, DE $41,606 Bethany Beach, DE $42,198 Bethel, DE $41,478 Bridgeville, DE $41,918 Camden Wyoming, DE $41,554 Cheswold, DE $41,414

Clayton, DE $41,310 Dagsboro, DE $42,198 Delmar, DE $41,478 Ellendale, DE $41,918 Felton, DE $41,918 Fenwick Island, DE $42,198 Frankford, DE $42,198 Frederica, DE $41,918

Georgetown, DE $41,918 Greenwood, DE $41,918 Harbeson, DE $41,918 Harrington, DE $41,918 Hartly, DE $41,290 Houston, DE $41,918 Kenton, DE $41,310 Laurel, DE $41,478

Yorklyn, DE $41,070

Assembler I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assembler I'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 March 01, 2026

$37,319

Average $40,502/year

$43,343

$3,110

Average $3,375/month

$3,612

$718

Average $779/week

$834

$18

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,343	$3,612	$834	$21
Average	$40,502	$3,375	$779	$19
25th Percentile	$37,319	$3,110	$718	$18

Assembler I Salary Growth & Career Path

Assembler I

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Assembler II

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Assembler III

Electronics Assembler III

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Assembler I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Assembler I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Structural Assembler	$56,956	41%
Assembler II	$45,350	12%
Electric Motor Assembler	$39,484	-3%
Electronics Assembler II	$45,543	12%

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