What are the main factors that influence a Choke Setter'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 Choke Setter?

Choke Setter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Choke Setter roles are District of Columbia $49,181, California $48,994, Massachusetts $48,342. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Choke Setter roles make?

Salaries for Choke Setter level roles vary by specialization: Die Setter: $70,184; Hard Tile Setter: $60,819; Diamond Setter: $53,408; Form Setter: $51,544; Tool Setter: $50,505.

Choke Setter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Choke Setter make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Choke Setter in Delaware is $44,983 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,082
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,982 to $52,887
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,070

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Choke Setter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,887	$4,407	$1,017	$25
Average	$44,983	$3,749	$865	$22
25th Percentile	$43,982	$3,665	$846	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Choke Setter Salaries

A Choke Setter'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 Choke Setter 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 Choke Setters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,181.
California: $48,994.
Massachusetts: $48,342.

District of Columbia $49,181 California $48,994 Massachusetts $48,342 Washington $48,164 New Jersey $48,146 Alaska $48,084 Connecticut $47,471 New York $47,222

Hawaii $46,427 Rhode Island $46,054 Maryland $45,801 Minnesota $45,454 Colorado $45,321 Illinois $45,277 Oregon $45,108 Delaware $44,983

New Hampshire $44,905 Virginia $44,730 Pennsylvania $44,219 Nevada $43,962 North Dakota $43,877 Michigan $43,744 Wisconsin $43,695 Vermont $43,598

Texas $43,327 Maine $43,309 Arizona $43,282 Ohio $43,251 Georgia $42,842 Indiana $42,638 Wyoming $42,598 Utah $42,536

Iowa $42,509 Kansas $42,296 Louisiana $42,234 North Carolina $42,212 Missouri $42,203 Florida $42,030 Montana $41,936 Nebraska $41,847

Kentucky $41,799 South Carolina $41,621 Tennessee $41,510 Idaho $41,465 New Mexico $41,141 Oklahoma $41,070 Alabama $40,808 South Dakota $40,368

Arkansas $40,128 West Virginia $40,000 Mississippi $39,613

Top Paying Cities for Choke Setters

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: $44,781
Little Creek: $45,109
Magnolia: $45,044

Lincoln, DE $44,781 Little Creek, DE $45,109 Magnolia, DE $45,044 Milford, DE $44,895 Marydel, DE $44,968 Millsboro, DE $44,593 Millville, DE $44,662 Milton, DE $44,739

Nassau, DE $44,772 Ocean View, DE $44,654 Rehoboth Beach, DE $44,740 Seaford, DE $44,765 Selbyville, DE $44,580 Smyrna, DE $45,140 Viola, DE $44,932 Woodside, DE $45,053

Bear, DE $44,949 Newark, DE $44,932 Claymont, DE $45,024 Delaware City, DE $44,977 Hockessin, DE $44,928 Kirkwood, DE $44,968 Middletown, DE $44,986 Montchanin, DE $44,938

New Castle, DE $44,945 Odessa, DE $45,008 Port Penn, DE $45,038 Rockland, DE $44,943 Saint Georges, DE $44,971 Townsend, DE $45,041 Winterthur, DE $44,948 Lewes, DE $44,756

Wilmington, DE $44,930 Dover, DE $45,109 Dover Afb, DE $44,871 Bethany Beach, DE $44,607 Bethel, DE $44,653 Bridgeville, DE $44,759 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,982 Cheswold, DE $45,094

Clayton, DE $45,095 Dagsboro, DE $44,576 Delmar, DE $44,505 Ellendale, DE $44,640 Felton, DE $44,891 Fenwick Island, DE $44,586 Frankford, DE $44,508 Frederica, DE $44,935

Georgetown, DE $44,559 Greenwood, DE $44,766 Harbeson, DE $44,607 Harrington, DE $44,834 Hartly, DE $44,974 Houston, DE $44,770 Kenton, DE $45,098 Laurel, DE $44,533

Yorklyn, DE $44,941

Choke Setter Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Choke Setter salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $44,983. While startup companies pay approximate $44,983.

Choke Setter Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$44,983
Growth Stage	51~500	$44,983
Established	501~5000	$44,983
Enterprise	5000+	$44,983

Choke Setter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Choke Setter'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 July 01, 2026

$43,982

Average $44,983/year

$52,887

$3,665

Average $3,749/month

$4,407

$846

Average $865/week

$1,017

$21

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,887	$4,407	$1,017	$25
Average	$44,983	$3,749	$865	$22
25th Percentile	$43,982	$3,665	$846	$21

Choke Setter Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Choke Setter, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Crater/Packer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $39,982 - a projected growth of -11% over your current level.

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