What are the main factors that influence a Materials Handler I's salary?

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

How does experience change a Materials Handler I's salary?

A Materials Handler I's salary grows with experience: starting around $37,345 for beginners, reaching about $37,986 at mid-level, and approach $38,359 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Materials Handler I?

Materials Handler I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Handler I roles are District of Columbia $41,041, California $40,885, Massachusetts $40,340. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Handler roles make?

Salaries for Materials Handler level roles vary by specialization: Senior Materials Handler: $46,690; Materials Handler III: $46,612; Forklift Operator/Materials Handler: $42,760; Materials Handler: $41,614; Intermediate Materials Handler: $41,320.

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Materials Handler I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Handler I make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Handler I in Delaware is $37,538 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $42,318
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,949 to $40,040
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,593

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Materials Handler I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,040	$3,337	$770	$19
Average	$37,538	$3,128	$722	$18
25th Percentile	$34,949	$2,912	$672	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Handler I Salaries

A Materials Handler I'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 Materials Handler I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Handler I'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): $37,345
Early Career (1-2 years): $37,538
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $37,986
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $38,285
Expert (over 8 years): $38,359

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Materials Handler I	$37,345
Intermediate Level Materials Handler I	$37,538
Senior Level Materials Handler I	$37,986
Specialist Level Materials Handler I	$38,285
Expert Level Materials Handler I	$38,359

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How Do Materials Handler I 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 Materials Handler Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $41,041.
California: $40,885.
Massachusetts: $40,340.

District of Columbia $41,041 California $40,885 Massachusetts $40,340 Washington $40,192 New Jersey $40,177 Alaska $40,125 Connecticut $39,614 New York $39,406

Hawaii $38,742 Rhode Island $38,431 Maryland $38,220 Minnesota $37,931 Colorado $37,819 Illinois $37,782 Oregon $37,642 Delaware $37,538

New Hampshire $37,473 Virginia $37,326 Pennsylvania $36,900 Nevada $36,685 North Dakota $36,615 Michigan $36,504 Wisconsin $36,463 Vermont $36,381

Texas $36,155 Maine $36,140 Arizona $36,118 Ohio $36,092 Georgia $35,751 Indiana $35,581 Wyoming $35,547 Utah $35,495

Iowa $35,473 Kansas $35,295 Louisiana $35,243 North Carolina $35,225 Missouri $35,217 Florida $35,073 Montana $34,995 Nebraska $34,921

Kentucky $34,880 South Carolina $34,732 Tennessee $34,639 Idaho $34,602 New Mexico $34,331 Oklahoma $34,272 Alabama $34,053 South Dakota $33,686

Arkansas $33,486 West Virginia $33,379 Mississippi $33,056

Top Paying Cities for Materials Handler Is

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: $38,850
Little Creek: $38,490
Magnolia: $38,650

Lincoln, DE $38,850 Little Creek, DE $38,490 Magnolia, DE $38,650 Milford, DE $38,850 Marydel, DE $38,346 Millsboro, DE $38,850 Millville, DE $39,109 Milton, DE $38,850

Nassau, DE $38,850 Ocean View, DE $39,109 Rehoboth Beach, DE $39,109 Seaford, DE $38,442 Selbyville, DE $39,109 Smyrna, DE $38,301 Viola, DE $38,650 Woodside, DE $38,539

Bear, DE $38,020 Newark, DE $38,034 Claymont, DE $38,064 Delaware City, DE $38,034 Hockessin, DE $38,064 Kirkwood, DE $38,034 Middletown, DE $38,223 Montchanin, DE $38,064

New Castle, DE $38,064 Odessa, DE $38,275 Port Penn, DE $37,931 Rockland, DE $38,064 Saint Georges, DE $38,034 Townsend, DE $38,220 Winterthur, DE $38,064 Lewes, DE $38,850

Wilmington, DE $38,064 Dover, DE $38,472 Dover Afb, DE $38,561 Bethany Beach, DE $39,109 Bethel, DE $38,442 Bridgeville, DE $38,850 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,513 Cheswold, DE $38,383

Clayton, DE $38,287 Dagsboro, DE $39,109 Delmar, DE $38,442 Ellendale, DE $38,850 Felton, DE $38,850 Fenwick Island, DE $39,109 Frankford, DE $39,109 Frederica, DE $38,850

Georgetown, DE $38,850 Greenwood, DE $38,850 Harbeson, DE $38,850 Harrington, DE $38,850 Hartly, DE $38,268 Houston, DE $38,850 Kenton, DE $38,287 Laurel, DE $38,442

Yorklyn, DE $38,064

Materials Handler I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Handler I'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 January 01, 2026

$34,949

Average $37,538/year

$40,040

$2,912

Average $3,128/month

$3,337

$672

Average $722/week

$770

$17

Average $18/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,040	$3,337	$770	$19
Average	$37,538	$3,128	$722	$18
25th Percentile	$34,949	$2,912	$672	$17

Materials Handler I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Materials Handler - Hospital	$37,905	1%
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