What are the main factors that influence a Hand Compositor/Typesetters'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 Hand Compositor/Typesetters?

Hand Compositor/Typesetters salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hand Compositor/Typesetters roles are District of Columbia $48,454, California $48,270, Massachusetts $47,626. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hand Compositor/Typesetters roles make?

Salaries for Hand Compositor/Typesetters level roles vary by specialization: Hand Surgeon: $535,363; Hand Model: $73,561; Floor Hand: $65,800; Deck Hand: $59,371; Leading Hand: $52,456.

Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hand Compositor/Typesetters make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hand Compositor/Typesetters in Delaware is $44,318 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

However, a Hand Compositor/Typesetters's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,110
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,509 to $53,631
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,400

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Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,631	$4,469	$1,031	$26
Average	$44,318	$3,693	$852	$21
25th Percentile	$36,509	$3,042	$702	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salaries

A Hand Compositor/Typesetters'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 Hand Compositor/Typesetters 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 Hand Compositor/Typesetters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,454.
California: $48,270.
Massachusetts: $47,626.

District of Columbia $48,454 California $48,270 Massachusetts $47,626 Washington $47,451 New Jersey $47,434 Alaska $47,373 Connecticut $46,769 New York $46,524

Hawaii $45,740 Rhode Island $45,373 Maryland $45,123 Minnesota $44,782 Colorado $44,651 Illinois $44,607 Oregon $44,441 Delaware $44,318

New Hampshire $44,241 Virginia $44,069 Pennsylvania $43,565 Nevada $43,312 North Dakota $43,228 Michigan $43,097 Wisconsin $43,049 Vermont $42,953

Texas $42,686 Maine $42,668 Arizona $42,642 Ohio $42,611 Georgia $42,209 Indiana $42,007 Wyoming $41,968 Utah $41,907

Iowa $41,880 Kansas $41,670 Louisiana $41,609 North Carolina $41,587 Missouri $41,579 Florida $41,408 Montana $41,316 Nebraska $41,228

Kentucky $41,180 South Carolina $41,005 Tennessee $40,896 Idaho $40,852 New Mexico $40,533 Oklahoma $40,463 Alabama $40,204 South Dakota $39,771

Arkansas $39,535 West Virginia $39,408 Mississippi $39,027

Top Paying Cities for Hand Compositor/Typesetters

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: $45,867
Little Creek: $45,443
Magnolia: $45,631

Lincoln, DE $45,867 Little Creek, DE $45,443 Magnolia, DE $45,631 Milford, DE $45,867 Marydel, DE $45,272 Millsboro, DE $45,867 Millville, DE $46,174 Milton, DE $45,867

Nassau, DE $45,867 Ocean View, DE $46,174 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,174 Seaford, DE $45,386 Selbyville, DE $46,174 Smyrna, DE $45,220 Viola, DE $45,631 Woodside, DE $45,500

Bear, DE $44,887 Newark, DE $44,904 Claymont, DE $44,939 Delaware City, DE $44,904 Hockessin, DE $44,939 Kirkwood, DE $44,904 Middletown, DE $45,128 Montchanin, DE $44,939

New Castle, DE $44,939 Odessa, DE $45,189 Port Penn, DE $44,782 Rockland, DE $44,939 Saint Georges, DE $44,904 Townsend, DE $45,123 Winterthur, DE $44,939 Lewes, DE $45,867

Wilmington, DE $44,939 Dover, DE $45,421 Dover Afb, DE $45,526 Bethany Beach, DE $46,174 Bethel, DE $45,386 Bridgeville, DE $45,867 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,469 Cheswold, DE $45,316

Clayton, DE $45,202 Dagsboro, DE $46,174 Delmar, DE $45,386 Ellendale, DE $45,867 Felton, DE $45,867 Fenwick Island, DE $46,174 Frankford, DE $46,174 Frederica, DE $45,867

Georgetown, DE $45,867 Greenwood, DE $45,867 Harbeson, DE $45,867 Harrington, DE $45,867 Hartly, DE $45,180 Houston, DE $45,867 Kenton, DE $45,202 Laurel, DE $45,386

Yorklyn, DE $44,939

Hand Compositor/Typesetters Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hand Compositor/Typesetters'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 April 01, 2026

$36,509

Average $44,318/year

$53,631

$3,042

Average $3,693/month

$4,469

$702

Average $852/week

$1,031

$18

Average $21/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,631	$4,469	$1,031	$26
Average	$44,318	$3,693	$852	$21
25th Percentile	$36,509	$3,042	$702	$18

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