What are the main factors that influence a Groundskeeper's salary?

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

How does experience change A Groundskeeper's salary?

A Groundskeeper's salary grows with experience: a Groundskeeper (0-1 years)earns $38,591, a Groundskeeper, Sr. (1-3 years)earns $43,576, a Building and Grounds Supervisor I (3+ years)earns $62,463, a Building and Grounds Supervisor II (3+ years)earns $80,216, a Building and Grounds Supervisor III (3-5 years)earns $88,820,

What are the highest paying states for a Groundskeeper?

Groundskeeper salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Groundskeeper roles are District of Columbia $42,192, California $42,032, Massachusetts $41,472. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Groundskeeper roles make?

Salaries for Groundskeeper level roles vary by specialization: Head Groundskeeper: $58,888; Groundskeeper II: $43,792; Lead Groundskeeper: $41,410; Groundskeeper Landscaper: $39,520; Groundskeeper Area: $39,059.

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Groundskeeper Salary in Delaware

How much does a Groundskeeper make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Groundskeeper in Delaware is $38,591 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,858
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,263 to $42,395
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,234

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Groundskeeper Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,395	$3,533	$815	$20
Average	$38,591	$3,216	$742	$19
25th Percentile	$35,263	$2,939	$678	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Groundskeeper Salaries

A Groundskeeper'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 Groundskeeper Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Groundskeeper'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:

Groundskeeper (0-1 years): $38,591
Groundskeeper, Sr. (1-3 years): $43,576
Building and Grounds Supervisor I (3+ years): $62,463
Building and Grounds Supervisor II (3+ years): $80,216
Building and Grounds Supervisor III (3-5 years): $88,820

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Groundskeeper	0-1 years	$38,591
Groundskeeper, Sr.	1-3 years	$43,576
Building and Grounds Supervisor I	3+ years	$62,463
Building and Grounds Supervisor II	3+ years	$80,216
Building and Grounds Supervisor III	3-5 years	$88,820

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How Do Groundskeeper 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 Groundskeepers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,192.
California: $42,032.
Massachusetts: $41,472.

District of Columbia $42,192 California $42,032 Massachusetts $41,472 Washington $41,319 New Jersey $41,304 Alaska $41,251 Connecticut $40,725 New York $40,512

Hawaii $39,829 Rhode Island $39,509 Maryland $39,292 Minnesota $38,995 Colorado $38,881 Illinois $38,842 Oregon $38,698 Delaware $38,591

New Hampshire $38,524 Virginia $38,374 Pennsylvania $37,936 Nevada $37,714 North Dakota $37,642 Michigan $37,528 Wisconsin $37,486 Vermont $37,402

Texas $37,170 Maine $37,154 Arizona $37,131 Ohio $37,105 Georgia $36,754 Indiana $36,579 Wyoming $36,545 Utah $36,491

Iowa $36,468 Kansas $36,285 Louisiana $36,232 North Carolina $36,213 Missouri $36,205 Florida $36,057 Montana $35,977 Nebraska $35,901

Kentucky $35,859 South Carolina $35,706 Tennessee $35,611 Idaho $35,573 New Mexico $35,295 Oklahoma $35,234 Alabama $35,009 South Dakota $34,632

Arkansas $34,426 West Virginia $34,315 Mississippi $33,984

Top Paying Cities for Groundskeepers

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: $38,417
Little Creek: $38,698
Magnolia: $38,643

Lincoln, DE $38,417 Little Creek, DE $38,698 Magnolia, DE $38,643 Milford, DE $38,515 Marydel, DE $38,578 Millsboro, DE $38,256 Millville, DE $38,315 Milton, DE $38,381

Nassau, DE $38,409 Ocean View, DE $38,309 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,382 Seaford, DE $38,404 Selbyville, DE $38,245 Smyrna, DE $38,725 Viola, DE $38,547 Woodside, DE $38,650

Bear, DE $38,561 Newark, DE $38,547 Claymont, DE $38,626 Delaware City, DE $38,585 Hockessin, DE $38,543 Kirkwood, DE $38,578 Middletown, DE $38,593 Montchanin, DE $38,552

New Castle, DE $38,558 Odessa, DE $38,612 Port Penn, DE $38,638 Rockland, DE $38,556 Saint Georges, DE $38,581 Townsend, DE $38,640 Winterthur, DE $38,560 Lewes, DE $38,396

Wilmington, DE $38,545 Dover, DE $38,698 Dover Afb, DE $38,495 Bethany Beach, DE $38,268 Bethel, DE $38,308 Bridgeville, DE $38,398 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,589 Cheswold, DE $38,686

Clayton, DE $38,687 Dagsboro, DE $38,242 Delmar, DE $38,180 Ellendale, DE $38,296 Felton, DE $38,512 Fenwick Island, DE $38,250 Frankford, DE $38,183 Frederica, DE $38,550

Georgetown, DE $38,227 Greenwood, DE $38,404 Harbeson, DE $38,268 Harrington, DE $38,463 Hartly, DE $38,583 Houston, DE $38,408 Kenton, DE $38,689 Laurel, DE $38,204

Yorklyn, DE $38,555

Groundskeeper Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Groundskeeper'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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$35,263

Average $38,591/year

$42,395

$2,939

Average $3,216/month

$3,533

$678

Average $742/week

$815

$17

Average $19/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,395	$3,533	$815	$20
Average	$38,591	$3,216	$742	$19
25th Percentile	$35,263	$2,939	$678	$17

Groundskeeper Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Groundskeeper, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Groundskeeper, Sr. role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $43,576 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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