What are the main factors that influence a Ceiling Tile Installer's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Ceiling Tile Installer?

Ceiling Tile Installer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Ceiling Tile Installer roles are District of Columbia $71,861, California $71,589, Massachusetts $70,635. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Ceiling Tile Installer roles make?

Salaries for Ceiling Tile Installer level roles vary by specialization: Tile Finisher: $81,878; Tile Contractor: $81,114; Installation Specialist- Ceiling Tile: $65,001; Hard Tile Setter: $60,607; Ceramic Tile Installer: $53,171.

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Ceiling Tile Installer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Ceiling Tile Installer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Ceiling Tile Installer in Delaware is $65,728 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,810
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,215 to $81,474
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,732

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Ceiling Tile Installer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,474	$6,790	$1,567	$39
Average	$65,728	$5,477	$1,264	$32
25th Percentile	$54,215	$4,518	$1,043	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Ceiling Tile Installer Salaries

A Ceiling Tile Installer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Ceiling Tile Installer 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 Ceiling Tile Installers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,861.
California: $71,589.
Massachusetts: $70,635.

District of Columbia $71,861 California $71,589 Massachusetts $70,635 Washington $70,375 New Jersey $70,349 Alaska $70,258 Connecticut $69,363 New York $68,999

Hawaii $67,837 Rhode Island $67,292 Maryland $66,922 Minnesota $66,416 Colorado $66,221 Illinois $66,156 Oregon $65,910 Delaware $65,728

New Hampshire $65,614 Virginia $65,358 Pennsylvania $64,612 Nevada $64,235 North Dakota $64,112 Michigan $63,917 Wisconsin $63,846 Vermont $63,703

Texas $63,307 Maine $63,281 Arizona $63,242 Ohio $63,197 Georgia $62,600 Indiana $62,301 Wyoming $62,243 Utah $62,152

Iowa $62,113 Kansas $61,801 Louisiana $61,710 North Carolina $61,678 Missouri $61,665 Florida $61,412 Montana $61,276 Nebraska $61,146

Kentucky $61,074 South Carolina $60,815 Tennessee $60,652 Idaho $60,588 New Mexico $60,114 Oklahoma $60,010 Alabama $59,627 South Dakota $58,984

Arkansas $58,634 West Virginia $58,446 Mississippi $57,881

Top Paying Cities for Ceiling Tile Installers

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: $65,432
Little Creek: $65,911
Magnolia: $65,816

Lincoln, DE $65,432 Little Creek, DE $65,911 Magnolia, DE $65,816 Milford, DE $65,598 Marydel, DE $65,706 Millsboro, DE $65,157 Millville, DE $65,258 Milton, DE $65,371

Nassau, DE $65,418 Ocean View, DE $65,247 Rehoboth Beach, DE $65,372 Seaford, DE $65,409 Selbyville, DE $65,139 Smyrna, DE $65,956 Viola, DE $65,653 Woodside, DE $65,829

Bear, DE $65,677 Newark, DE $65,653 Claymont, DE $65,787 Delaware City, DE $65,718 Hockessin, DE $65,647 Kirkwood, DE $65,706 Middletown, DE $65,731 Montchanin, DE $65,662

New Castle, DE $65,671 Odessa, DE $65,764 Port Penn, DE $65,808 Rockland, DE $65,668 Saint Georges, DE $65,710 Townsend, DE $65,812 Winterthur, DE $65,676 Lewes, DE $65,396

Wilmington, DE $65,650 Dover, DE $65,911 Dover Afb, DE $65,564 Bethany Beach, DE $65,178 Bethel, DE $65,246 Bridgeville, DE $65,399 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,725 Cheswold, DE $65,890

Clayton, DE $65,891 Dagsboro, DE $65,133 Delmar, DE $65,028 Ellendale, DE $65,226 Felton, DE $65,593 Fenwick Island, DE $65,147 Frankford, DE $65,033 Frederica, DE $65,658

Georgetown, DE $65,108 Greenwood, DE $65,410 Harbeson, DE $65,178 Harrington, DE $65,510 Hartly, DE $65,714 Houston, DE $65,416 Kenton, DE $65,895 Laurel, DE $65,069

Yorklyn, DE $65,666

Ceiling Tile Installer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Ceiling Tile Installer'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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$54,215

Average $65,728/year

$81,474

$4,518

Average $5,477/month

$6,790

$1,043

Average $1,264/week

$1,567

$26

Average $32/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,474	$6,790	$1,567	$39
Average	$65,728	$5,477	$1,264	$32
25th Percentile	$54,215	$4,518	$1,043	$26

Ceiling Tile Installer Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Ceiling Tile Installer, 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.

Ceiling Tile Installer Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Drywall Installer	$55,298	-16%
Automotive Glass Installer/Repairer	$61,275	-7%

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