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

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

How does experience change A Lineman's salary?

A Lineman's salary grows with experience: a Lineman Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $63,819, a Lineman (1-3 years)earns $89,162, a Lineman, Senior (3-5 years)earns $109,066,

What are the highest paying states for a Lineman?

Lineman salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lineman roles are District of Columbia $97,482, California $97,113, Massachusetts $95,818. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lineman roles make?

Salaries for Lineman level roles vary by specialization: Lineman, Senior: $107,698; Verizon Lineman: $90,421; Construction Lineman: $88,408; Journeyman Lineman: $88,090; Underground Lineman: $87,965.

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Lineman Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lineman make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lineman in Delaware is $89,162 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,943
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,116 to $96,376
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,058

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Lineman Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,376	$8,031	$1,853	$46
Average	$89,162	$7,430	$1,715	$43
25th Percentile	$78,116	$6,510	$1,502	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Lineman Salaries

A Lineman'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 Lineman Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lineman'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:

Lineman Apprentice (0-1 years): $63,819
Lineman (1-3 years): $89,162
Lineman, Senior (3-5 years): $109,066

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Lineman Apprentice	0-1 years	$63,819
Lineman	1-3 years	$89,162
Lineman, Senior	3-5 years	$109,066

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

District of Columbia: $97,482.
California: $97,113.
Massachusetts: $95,818.

District of Columbia $97,482 California $97,113 Massachusetts $95,818 Washington $95,466 New Jersey $95,431 Alaska $95,308 Connecticut $94,093 New York $93,600

Hawaii $92,024 Rhode Island $91,284 Maryland $90,782 Minnesota $90,095 Colorado $89,831 Illinois $89,743 Oregon $89,409 Delaware $89,162

New Hampshire $89,007 Virginia $88,660 Pennsylvania $87,648 Nevada $87,137 North Dakota $86,970 Michigan $86,706 Wisconsin $86,609 Vermont $86,415

Texas $85,878 Maine $85,843 Arizona $85,790 Ohio $85,728 Georgia $84,918 Indiana $84,513 Wyoming $84,434 Utah $84,311

Iowa $84,258 Kansas $83,835 Louisiana $83,712 North Carolina $83,668 Missouri $83,651 Florida $83,307 Montana $83,122 Nebraska $82,946

Kentucky $82,849 South Carolina $82,497 Tennessee $82,277 Idaho $82,189 New Mexico $81,546 Oklahoma $81,405 Alabama $80,886 South Dakota $80,014

Arkansas $79,539 West Virginia $79,284 Mississippi $78,518

Top Paying Cities for Linemans

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: $88,761
Little Creek: $89,410
Magnolia: $89,282

Lincoln, DE $88,761 Little Creek, DE $89,410 Magnolia, DE $89,282 Milford, DE $88,986 Marydel, DE $89,132 Millsboro, DE $88,388 Millville, DE $88,525 Milton, DE $88,678

Nassau, DE $88,742 Ocean View, DE $88,510 Rehoboth Beach, DE $88,680 Seaford, DE $88,730 Selbyville, DE $88,363 Smyrna, DE $89,472 Viola, DE $89,060 Woodside, DE $89,300

Bear, DE $89,093 Newark, DE $89,060 Claymont, DE $89,242 Delaware City, DE $89,149 Hockessin, DE $89,052 Kirkwood, DE $89,132 Middletown, DE $89,167 Montchanin, DE $89,072

New Castle, DE $89,086 Odessa, DE $89,211 Port Penn, DE $89,270 Rockland, DE $89,081 Saint Georges, DE $89,138 Townsend, DE $89,276 Winterthur, DE $89,092 Lewes, DE $88,712

Wilmington, DE $89,057 Dover, DE $89,410 Dover Afb, DE $88,939 Bethany Beach, DE $88,416 Bethel, DE $88,508 Bridgeville, DE $88,717 Camden Wyoming, DE $89,159 Cheswold, DE $89,381

Clayton, DE $89,384 Dagsboro, DE $88,355 Delmar, DE $88,213 Ellendale, DE $88,481 Felton, DE $88,979 Fenwick Island, DE $88,374 Frankford, DE $88,220 Frederica, DE $89,067

Georgetown, DE $88,321 Greenwood, DE $88,731 Harbeson, DE $88,416 Harrington, DE $88,866 Hartly, DE $89,143 Houston, DE $88,740 Kenton, DE $89,388 Laurel, DE $88,269

Yorklyn, DE $89,079

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

Understanding how a Lineman'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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$78,116

Average $89,162/year

$96,376

$6,510

Average $7,430/month

$8,031

$1,502

Average $1,715/week

$1,853

$38

Average $43/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,376	$8,031	$1,853	$46
Average	$89,162	$7,430	$1,715	$43
25th Percentile	$78,116	$6,510	$1,502	$38

Lineman Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Lineman, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Lineman, Senior role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $109,066 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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