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

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

How does experience change A Park Ranger's salary?

A Park Ranger's salary grows with experience: starting around $36,454 for beginners, reaching about $37,563 at mid-level, and approach $37,812 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Park Ranger?

Park Ranger salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Park Ranger roles are District of Columbia $40,140, California $39,988, Massachusetts $39,455. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Park Ranger roles make?

Salaries for Park Ranger level roles vary by specialization: National Park Ranger: $114,171; Urban Park Ranger: $63,130; Seasonal Park Ranger: $62,048; Chief Park Ranger: $61,262; Park Ranger Peace Officer: $57,486.

Park Ranger Salary in Delaware

How much does a Park Ranger make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Park Ranger in Delaware is $36,714 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,101
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,230 to $40,057
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,057

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Park Ranger Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,057	$3,338	$770	$19
Average	$36,714	$3,060	$706	$18
25th Percentile	$33,230	$2,769	$639	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Park Ranger Salaries

A Park Ranger'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 Park Ranger Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Park Ranger'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): $36,454
Early Career (1-2 years): $37,064
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $37,563
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $37,712
Expert (over 8 years): $37,812

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Park Ranger	$36,454
Intermediate Level Park Ranger	$37,064
Senior Level Park Ranger	$37,563
Specialist Level Park Ranger	$37,712
Expert Level Park Ranger	$37,812

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How Do Park Ranger 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 Park Rangers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,140.
California: $39,988.
Massachusetts: $39,455.

District of Columbia $40,140 California $39,988 Massachusetts $39,455 Washington $39,310 New Jersey $39,296 Alaska $39,245 Connecticut $38,745 New York $38,542

Hawaii $37,893 Rhode Island $37,588 Maryland $37,381 Minnesota $37,099 Colorado $36,990 Illinois $36,954 Oregon $36,816 Delaware $36,714

New Hampshire $36,651 Virginia $36,508 Pennsylvania $36,091 Nevada $35,881 North Dakota $35,812 Michigan $35,703 Wisconsin $35,663 Vermont $35,583

Texas $35,362 Maine $35,348 Arizona $35,326 Ohio $35,301 Georgia $34,967 Indiana $34,800 Wyoming $34,768 Utah $34,717

Iowa $34,695 Kansas $34,521 Louisiana $34,470 North Carolina $34,452 Missouri $34,445 Florida $34,304 Montana $34,227 Nebraska $34,155

Kentucky $34,115 South Carolina $33,970 Tennessee $33,879 Idaho $33,843 New Mexico $33,578 Oklahoma $33,520 Alabama $33,307 South Dakota $32,948

Arkansas $32,752 West Virginia $32,647 Mississippi $32,331

Top Paying Cities for Park Rangers

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: $36,549
Little Creek: $36,817
Magnolia: $36,764

Lincoln, DE $36,549 Little Creek, DE $36,817 Magnolia, DE $36,764 Milford, DE $36,642 Marydel, DE $36,702 Millsboro, DE $36,396 Millville, DE $36,452 Milton, DE $36,515

Nassau, DE $36,541 Ocean View, DE $36,446 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,516 Seaford, DE $36,536 Selbyville, DE $36,385 Smyrna, DE $36,842 Viola, DE $36,672 Woodside, DE $36,771

Bear, DE $36,686 Newark, DE $36,672 Claymont, DE $36,747 Delaware City, DE $36,709 Hockessin, DE $36,669 Kirkwood, DE $36,702 Middletown, DE $36,716 Montchanin, DE $36,677

New Castle, DE $36,683 Odessa, DE $36,734 Port Penn, DE $36,759 Rockland, DE $36,681 Saint Georges, DE $36,705 Townsend, DE $36,761 Winterthur, DE $36,685 Lewes, DE $36,529

Wilmington, DE $36,671 Dover, DE $36,817 Dover Afb, DE $36,623 Bethany Beach, DE $36,407 Bethel, DE $36,445 Bridgeville, DE $36,531 Camden Wyoming, DE $36,713 Cheswold, DE $36,805

Clayton, DE $36,806 Dagsboro, DE $36,382 Delmar, DE $36,324 Ellendale, DE $36,434 Felton, DE $36,639 Fenwick Island, DE $36,390 Frankford, DE $36,327 Frederica, DE $36,675

Georgetown, DE $36,368 Greenwood, DE $36,537 Harbeson, DE $36,407 Harrington, DE $36,593 Hartly, DE $36,706 Houston, DE $36,540 Kenton, DE $36,808 Laurel, DE $36,346

Yorklyn, DE $36,680

Park Ranger Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Park Ranger salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $37,918. While startup companies pay approximate $32,385.

Park Ranger Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$32,385
Growth Stage	51~500	$34,172
Established	501~5000	$36,709
Enterprise	5000+	$37,918

Park Ranger Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Park Ranger'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

$33,230

Average $36,714/year

$40,057

$2,769

Average $3,060/month

$3,338

$639

Average $706/week

$770

$16

Average $18/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,057	$3,338	$770	$19
Average	$36,714	$3,060	$706	$18
25th Percentile	$33,230	$2,769	$639	$16

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