What are the main factors that influence a Highway Patrol'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 Highway Patrol?

Highway Patrol salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Highway Patrol roles are District of Columbia $65,269, California $65,022, Massachusetts $64,155. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Highway Patrol roles make?

Salaries for Highway Patrol level roles vary by specialization: Highway Superintendent: $115,349; Patrol Supervisor: $82,808; Highway Technician: $80,056; Highway Engineer: $69,353; California Highway Patrol CHP Officer: $67,215.

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Highway Patrol Salary in Delaware

How much does a Highway Patrol make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Highway Patrol in Delaware is $59,699 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,518
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,764 to $72,166
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,899

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Highway Patrol Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,166	$6,014	$1,388	$35
Average	$59,699	$4,975	$1,148	$29
25th Percentile	$47,764	$3,980	$919	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Highway Patrol Salaries

A Highway Patrol'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 Highway Patrol 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 Highway Patrols. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,269.
California: $65,022.
Massachusetts: $64,155.

District of Columbia $65,269 California $65,022 Massachusetts $64,155 Washington $63,920 New Jersey $63,896 Alaska $63,813 Connecticut $63,000 New York $62,670

Hawaii $61,615 Rhode Island $61,119 Maryland $60,783 Minnesota $60,324 Colorado $60,147 Illinois $60,088 Oregon $59,864 Delaware $59,699

New Hampshire $59,595 Virginia $59,363 Pennsylvania $58,685 Nevada $58,343 North Dakota $58,231 Michigan $58,054 Wisconsin $57,989 Vermont $57,859

Texas $57,500 Maine $57,476 Arizona $57,441 Ohio $57,400 Georgia $56,857 Indiana $56,586 Wyoming $56,533 Utah $56,451

Iowa $56,415 Kansas $56,132 Louisiana $56,050 North Carolina $56,020 Missouri $56,008 Florida $55,779 Montana $55,655 Nebraska $55,537

Kentucky $55,472 South Carolina $55,236 Tennessee $55,089 Idaho $55,030 New Mexico $54,600 Oklahoma $54,505 Alabama $54,157 South Dakota $53,574

Arkansas $53,255 West Virginia $53,085 Mississippi $52,572

Top Paying Cities for Highway Patrols

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: $59,430
Little Creek: $59,865
Magnolia: $59,779

Lincoln, DE $59,430 Little Creek, DE $59,865 Magnolia, DE $59,779 Milford, DE $59,581 Marydel, DE $59,679 Millsboro, DE $59,181 Millville, DE $59,272 Milton, DE $59,374

Nassau, DE $59,418 Ocean View, DE $59,262 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,376 Seaford, DE $59,409 Selbyville, DE $59,163 Smyrna, DE $59,906 Viola, DE $59,630 Woodside, DE $59,791

Bear, DE $59,653 Newark, DE $59,630 Claymont, DE $59,752 Delaware City, DE $59,690 Hockessin, DE $59,625 Kirkwood, DE $59,679 Middletown, DE $59,702 Montchanin, DE $59,639

New Castle, DE $59,647 Odessa, DE $59,731 Port Penn, DE $59,771 Rockland, DE $59,644 Saint Georges, DE $59,683 Townsend, DE $59,775 Winterthur, DE $59,652 Lewes, DE $59,397

Wilmington, DE $59,628 Dover, DE $59,865 Dover Afb, DE $59,550 Bethany Beach, DE $59,199 Bethel, DE $59,261 Bridgeville, DE $59,400 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,696 Cheswold, DE $59,845

Clayton, DE $59,847 Dagsboro, DE $59,158 Delmar, DE $59,063 Ellendale, DE $59,242 Felton, DE $59,576 Fenwick Island, DE $59,171 Frankford, DE $59,068 Frederica, DE $59,635

Georgetown, DE $59,136 Greenwood, DE $59,410 Harbeson, DE $59,199 Harrington, DE $59,501 Hartly, DE $59,686 Houston, DE $59,416 Kenton, DE $59,850 Laurel, DE $59,100

Yorklyn, DE $59,643

Highway Patrol Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Highway Patrol salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $59,699. While startup companies pay approximate $59,699.

Highway Patrol Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$59,699
Growth Stage	51~500	$59,699
Established	501~5000	$59,699
Enterprise	5000+	$59,699

Highway Patrol Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Highway Patrol'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

$47,764

Average $59,699/year

$72,166

$3,980

Average $4,975/month

$6,014

$919

Average $1,148/week

$1,388

$23

Average $29/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,166	$6,014	$1,388	$35
Average	$59,699	$4,975	$1,148	$29
25th Percentile	$47,764	$3,980	$919	$23

Highway Patrol Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Highway Patrol, 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 $91,885 - a projected growth of 54% over your current level.

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