What are the main factors that influence a Crossing Guard'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 Crossing Guard?

Crossing Guard salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Crossing Guard roles are District of Columbia $33,211, California $33,085, Massachusetts $32,644. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Crossing Guard roles make?

Salaries for Crossing Guard level roles vary by specialization: Fire Guard: $73,665; Traffic Guard: $54,888; Armed Guard: $48,198; Security Guard: $46,718; Turret Guard: $39,321.

Crossing Guard Salary in Delaware

How much does a Crossing Guard make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Crossing Guard in Delaware is $30,376 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $15.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,115
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $24,627 to $37,568
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $19,392

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Crossing Guard Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,568	$3,131	$722	$18
Average	$30,376	$2,531	$584	$15
25th Percentile	$24,627	$2,052	$474	$12

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Key Factors That Influence Crossing Guard Salaries

A Crossing Guard'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 Crossing Guard 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 Crossing Guards. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $33,211.
California: $33,085.
Massachusetts: $32,644.

District of Columbia $33,211 California $33,085 Massachusetts $32,644 Washington $32,524 New Jersey $32,512 Alaska $32,470 Connecticut $32,056 New York $31,888

Hawaii $31,351 Rhode Island $31,099 Maryland $30,928 Minnesota $30,694 Colorado $30,604 Illinois $30,574 Oregon $30,460 Delaware $30,376

New Hampshire $30,324 Virginia $30,205 Pennsylvania $29,860 Nevada $29,686 North Dakota $29,629 Michigan $29,539 Wisconsin $29,506 Vermont $29,440

Texas $29,257 Maine $29,245 Arizona $29,227 Ohio $29,206 Georgia $28,931 Indiana $28,793 Wyoming $28,766 Utah $28,724

Iowa $28,706 Kansas $28,562 Louisiana $28,520 North Carolina $28,505 Missouri $28,499 Florida $28,382 Montana $28,319 Nebraska $28,259

Kentucky $28,226 South Carolina $28,106 Tennessee $28,031 Idaho $28,001 New Mexico $27,782 Oklahoma $27,734 Alabama $27,557 South Dakota $27,260

Arkansas $27,098 West Virginia $27,011 Mississippi $26,750

Top Paying Cities for Crossing Guards

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: $30,240
Little Creek: $30,461
Magnolia: $30,417

Lincoln, DE $30,240 Little Creek, DE $30,461 Magnolia, DE $30,417 Milford, DE $30,316 Marydel, DE $30,366 Millsboro, DE $30,113 Millville, DE $30,159 Milton, DE $30,211

Nassau, DE $30,233 Ocean View, DE $30,154 Rehoboth Beach, DE $30,212 Seaford, DE $30,229 Selbyville, DE $30,104 Smyrna, DE $30,482 Viola, DE $30,342 Woodside, DE $30,423

Bear, DE $30,353 Newark, DE $30,342 Claymont, DE $30,404 Delaware City, DE $30,372 Hockessin, DE $30,339 Kirkwood, DE $30,366 Middletown, DE $30,378 Montchanin, DE $30,346

New Castle, DE $30,350 Odessa, DE $30,393 Port Penn, DE $30,413 Rockland, DE $30,349 Saint Georges, DE $30,368 Townsend, DE $30,415 Winterthur, DE $30,352 Lewes, DE $30,223

Wilmington, DE $30,340 Dover, DE $30,461 Dover Afb, DE $30,300 Bethany Beach, DE $30,122 Bethel, DE $30,153 Bridgeville, DE $30,225 Camden Wyoming, DE $30,375 Cheswold, DE $30,451

Clayton, DE $30,452 Dagsboro, DE $30,101 Delmar, DE $30,053 Ellendale, DE $30,144 Felton, DE $30,314 Fenwick Island, DE $30,108 Frankford, DE $30,055 Frederica, DE $30,344

Georgetown, DE $30,090 Greenwood, DE $30,229 Harbeson, DE $30,122 Harrington, DE $30,276 Hartly, DE $30,370 Houston, DE $30,232 Kenton, DE $30,453 Laurel, DE $30,072

Yorklyn, DE $30,348

Crossing Guard Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Crossing Guard salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $30,376. While startup companies pay approximate $30,376.

Crossing Guard Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$30,376
Growth Stage	51~500	$30,376
Established	501~5000	$30,376
Enterprise	5000+	$30,376

Crossing Guard Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Crossing Guard'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 June 01, 2026

$24,627

Average $30,376/year

$37,568

$2,052

Average $2,531/month

$3,131

$474

Average $584/week

$722

$12

Average $15/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,568	$3,131	$722	$18
Average	$30,376	$2,531	$584	$15
25th Percentile	$24,627	$2,052	$474	$12

Crossing Guard Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Crossing Guard, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Fire Inspector Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $91,723 - a projected growth of 202% over your current level.

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