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

A Materials Handler 's salary grows with experience: a Materials Handler I (0-1 years)earns $37,533, a Materials Handler II (1-3 years)earns $41,844, a Materials Handler III (3-5 years)earns $47,214, a Materials Handling Supervisor (5+ years)earns $77,864,

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

Materials Handler II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Handler II roles are District of Columbia $45,748, California $45,575, Massachusetts $44,967. 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: $46,622; Forklift Operator/Materials Handler: $42,760; Materials Handler: $41,618; Forklift/Jack Materials Handler II: $41,400.

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Materials Handler II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Handler II make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Materials Handler II in Delaware is $41,844 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,451
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,969 to $46,349
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,351

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Materials Handler II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,349	$3,862	$891	$22
Average	$41,844	$3,487	$805	$20
25th Percentile	$38,969	$3,247	$749	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Handler II Salaries

A Materials Handler II'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 Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Handler II'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:

Materials Handler I (0-1 years): $37,533
Materials Handler II (1-3 years): $41,844
Materials Handler III (3-5 years): $47,214
Materials Handling Supervisor (5+ years): $77,864

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Handler I	0-1 years	$37,533
Materials Handler II	1-3 years	$41,844
Materials Handler III	3-5 years	$47,214
Materials Handling Supervisor	5+ years	$77,864

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

District of Columbia: $45,748.
California: $45,575.
Massachusetts: $44,967.

District of Columbia $45,748 California $45,575 Massachusetts $44,967 Washington $44,802 New Jersey $44,786 Alaska $44,728 Connecticut $44,158 New York $43,926

Hawaii $43,187 Rhode Island $42,840 Maryland $42,604 Minnesota $42,282 Colorado $42,158 Illinois $42,116 Oregon $41,959 Delaware $41,844

New Hampshire $41,771 Virginia $41,608 Pennsylvania $41,133 Nevada $40,893 North Dakota $40,815 Michigan $40,691 Wisconsin $40,646 Vermont $40,555

Texas $40,303 Maine $40,286 Arizona $40,261 Ohio $40,232 Georgia $39,852 Indiana $39,662 Wyoming $39,625 Utah $39,567

Iowa $39,542 Kansas $39,344 Louisiana $39,286 North Carolina $39,265 Missouri $39,257 Florida $39,096 Montana $39,009 Nebraska $38,927

Kentucky $38,881 South Carolina $38,716 Tennessee $38,613 Idaho $38,571 New Mexico $38,270 Oklahoma $38,204 Alabama $37,960 South Dakota $37,551

Arkansas $37,328 West Virginia $37,208 Mississippi $36,848

Top Paying Cities for Materials Handler IIs

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: $43,306
Little Creek: $42,906
Magnolia: $43,083

Lincoln, DE $43,306 Little Creek, DE $42,906 Magnolia, DE $43,083 Milford, DE $43,306 Marydel, DE $42,745 Millsboro, DE $43,306 Millville, DE $43,596 Milton, DE $43,306

Nassau, DE $43,306 Ocean View, DE $43,596 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,596 Seaford, DE $42,852 Selbyville, DE $43,596 Smyrna, DE $42,695 Viola, DE $43,083 Woodside, DE $42,959

Bear, DE $42,381 Newark, DE $42,397 Claymont, DE $42,430 Delaware City, DE $42,397 Hockessin, DE $42,430 Kirkwood, DE $42,397 Middletown, DE $42,608 Montchanin, DE $42,430

New Castle, DE $42,430 Odessa, DE $42,666 Port Penn, DE $42,282 Rockland, DE $42,430 Saint Georges, DE $42,397 Townsend, DE $42,604 Winterthur, DE $42,430 Lewes, DE $43,306

Wilmington, DE $42,430 Dover, DE $42,885 Dover Afb, DE $42,984 Bethany Beach, DE $43,596 Bethel, DE $42,852 Bridgeville, DE $43,306 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,930 Cheswold, DE $42,786

Clayton, DE $42,678 Dagsboro, DE $43,596 Delmar, DE $42,852 Ellendale, DE $43,306 Felton, DE $43,306 Fenwick Island, DE $43,596 Frankford, DE $43,596 Frederica, DE $43,306

Georgetown, DE $43,306 Greenwood, DE $43,306 Harbeson, DE $43,306 Harrington, DE $43,306 Hartly, DE $42,658 Houston, DE $43,306 Kenton, DE $42,678 Laurel, DE $42,852

Yorklyn, DE $42,430

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

Understanding how a Materials Handler II'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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$38,969

Average $41,844/year

$46,349

$3,247

Average $3,487/month

$3,862

$749

Average $805/week

$891

$19

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,349	$3,862	$891	$22
Average	$41,844	$3,487	$805	$20
25th Percentile	$38,969	$3,247	$749	$19

Materials Handler II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Materials Handler II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Materials Handler III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $47,214 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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