What are the main factors that influence a General Laborer, Sr.'s salary?

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

How does experience change A General Laborer, Sr.'s salary?

A General Laborer, Sr.'s salary grows with experience: starting around $47,882 for beginners, reaching about $50,105 at mid-level, and approach $52,547 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a General Laborer, Sr.?

General Laborer, Sr. salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Laborer, Sr. roles are District of Columbia $54,246, California $54,040, Massachusetts $53,320. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Laborer, Sr. roles make?

Salaries for General Laborer, Sr. level roles vary by specialization: Associate General Counsel Sr: $292,480; Concrete Laborer: $54,200; Senior Construction Laborer: $49,000; ENTRY LEVEL GENERAL LABORER: $44,706; Construction Laborer: $44,100.

General Laborer, Sr. Salary in Delaware

How much does a General Laborer, Sr. make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Laborer, Sr. in Delaware is $49,616 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,120
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,334 to $56,161
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,525

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General Laborer, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,161	$4,680	$1,080	$27
Average	$49,616	$4,135	$954	$24
25th Percentile	$44,334	$3,694	$853	$21

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Key Factors That Influence General Laborer, Sr. Salaries

A General Laborer, Sr.'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 General Laborer, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General Laborer, Sr.'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): $47,882
Early Career (1-2 years): $48,276
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,105
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $52,058
Expert (over 8 years): $52,547

Levels	Salary
Entry Level General Laborer, Sr.	$47,882
Intermediate Level General Laborer, Sr.	$48,276
Senior Level General Laborer, Sr.	$50,105
Specialist Level General Laborer, Sr.	$52,058
Expert Level General Laborer, Sr.	$52,547

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How Do General Laborer, Sr. 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 General Laborer, Sr.s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $54,246.
California: $54,040.
Massachusetts: $53,320.

District of Columbia $54,246 California $54,040 Massachusetts $53,320 Washington $53,124 New Jersey $53,105 Alaska $53,036 Connecticut $52,360 New York $52,086

Hawaii $51,209 Rhode Island $50,797 Maryland $50,518 Minnesota $50,136 Colorado $49,989 Illinois $49,940 Oregon $49,753 Delaware $49,616

New Hampshire $49,530 Virginia $49,337 Pennsylvania $48,774 Nevada $48,489 North Dakota $48,396 Michigan $48,249 Wisconsin $48,195 Vermont $48,088

Texas $47,789 Maine $47,769 Arizona $47,740 Ohio $47,705 Georgia $47,255 Indiana $47,029 Wyoming $46,985 Utah $46,917

Iowa $46,887 Kansas $46,652 Louisiana $46,583 North Carolina $46,559 Missouri $46,549 Florida $46,358 Montana $46,255 Nebraska $46,157

Kentucky $46,103 South Carolina $45,907 Tennessee $45,785 Idaho $45,736 New Mexico $45,378 Oklahoma $45,300 Alabama $45,011 South Dakota $44,526

Arkansas $44,261 West Virginia $44,119 Mississippi $43,693

Top Paying Cities for General Laborer, Sr.s

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: $49,393
Little Creek: $49,754
Magnolia: $49,683

Lincoln, DE $49,393 Little Creek, DE $49,754 Magnolia, DE $49,683 Milford, DE $49,518 Marydel, DE $49,600 Millsboro, DE $49,186 Millville, DE $49,262 Milton, DE $49,347

Nassau, DE $49,383 Ocean View, DE $49,253 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,348 Seaford, DE $49,376 Selbyville, DE $49,171 Smyrna, DE $49,789 Viola, DE $49,559 Woodside, DE $49,693

Bear, DE $49,578 Newark, DE $49,559 Claymont, DE $49,661 Delaware City, DE $49,609 Hockessin, DE $49,555 Kirkwood, DE $49,600 Middletown, DE $49,619 Montchanin, DE $49,566

New Castle, DE $49,574 Odessa, DE $49,643 Port Penn, DE $49,676 Rockland, DE $49,571 Saint Georges, DE $49,603 Townsend, DE $49,679 Winterthur, DE $49,577 Lewes, DE $49,366

Wilmington, DE $49,557 Dover, DE $49,754 Dover Afb, DE $49,492 Bethany Beach, DE $49,201 Bethel, DE $49,252 Bridgeville, DE $49,368 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,614 Cheswold, DE $49,738

Clayton, DE $49,740 Dagsboro, DE $49,167 Delmar, DE $49,088 Ellendale, DE $49,237 Felton, DE $49,514 Fenwick Island, DE $49,178 Frankford, DE $49,092 Frederica, DE $49,563

Georgetown, DE $49,148 Greenwood, DE $49,376 Harbeson, DE $49,201 Harrington, DE $49,452 Hartly, DE $49,605 Houston, DE $49,381 Kenton, DE $49,742 Laurel, DE $49,119

Yorklyn, DE $49,570

General Laborer, Sr. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a General Laborer, Sr.'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 May 01, 2026

$44,334

Average $49,616/year

$56,161

$3,694

Average $4,135/month

$4,680

$853

Average $954/week

$1,080

$21

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,161	$4,680	$1,080	$27
Average	$49,616	$4,135	$954	$24
25th Percentile	$44,334	$3,694	$853	$21

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