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

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

How does experience change A Pipefitter's salary?

A Pipefitter's salary grows with experience: starting around $60,305 for beginners, reaching about $63,176 at mid-level, and approach $63,893 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pipefitter?

Pipefitter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pipefitter roles are District of Columbia $66,916, California $66,662, Massachusetts $65,774. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pipefitter roles make?

Salaries for Pipefitter level roles vary by specialization: Pipefitter Supervisor: $85,456; Marine Pipefitter: $80,747; Pipefitter, Sr.: $80,207; Journeyman Pipefitter: $77,169; Pipefitter Helper: $63,057.

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Pipefitter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pipefitter make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pipefitter in Delaware is $61,205 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,677
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,180 to $67,210
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,605

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Pipefitter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,210	$5,601	$1,292	$32
Average	$61,205	$5,100	$1,177	$29
25th Percentile	$56,180	$4,682	$1,080	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Pipefitter Salaries

A Pipefitter'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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pipefitter	$60,305
Intermediate Level Pipefitter	$61,205
Senior Level Pipefitter	$63,176
Specialist Level Pipefitter	$63,445
Expert Level Pipefitter	$63,893

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

District of Columbia: $66,916.
California: $66,662.
Massachusetts: $65,774.

District of Columbia $66,916 California $66,662 Massachusetts $65,774 Washington $65,532 New Jersey $65,508 Alaska $65,423 Connecticut $64,589 New York $64,251

Hawaii $63,169 Rhode Island $62,661 Maryland $62,317 Minnesota $61,845 Colorado $61,664 Illinois $61,603 Oregon $61,374 Delaware $61,205

New Hampshire $61,098 Virginia $60,860 Pennsylvania $60,165 Nevada $59,814 North Dakota $59,700 Michigan $59,518 Wisconsin $59,452 Vermont $59,319

Texas $58,950 Maine $58,926 Arizona $58,890 Ohio $58,848 Georgia $58,291 Indiana $58,013 Wyoming $57,959 Utah $57,874

Iowa $57,838 Kansas $57,548 Louisiana $57,463 North Carolina $57,433 Missouri $57,421 Florida $57,185 Montana $57,059 Nebraska $56,938

Kentucky $56,871 South Carolina $56,629 Tennessee $56,478 Idaho $56,418 New Mexico $55,977 Oklahoma $55,880 Alabama $55,523 South Dakota $54,925

Arkansas $54,599 West Virginia $54,424 Mississippi $53,898

Top Paying Cities for Pipefitters

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: $63,344
Little Creek: $62,758
Magnolia: $63,018

Lincoln, DE $63,344 Little Creek, DE $62,758 Magnolia, DE $63,018 Milford, DE $63,344 Marydel, DE $62,522 Millsboro, DE $63,344 Millville, DE $63,767 Milton, DE $63,344

Nassau, DE $63,344 Ocean View, DE $63,767 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,767 Seaford, DE $62,679 Selbyville, DE $63,767 Smyrna, DE $62,450 Viola, DE $63,018 Woodside, DE $62,836

Bear, DE $61,990 Newark, DE $62,014 Claymont, DE $62,063 Delaware City, DE $62,014 Hockessin, DE $62,063 Kirkwood, DE $62,014 Middletown, DE $62,323 Montchanin, DE $62,063

New Castle, DE $62,063 Odessa, DE $62,407 Port Penn, DE $61,845 Rockland, DE $62,063 Saint Georges, DE $62,014 Townsend, DE $62,317 Winterthur, DE $62,063 Lewes, DE $63,344

Wilmington, DE $62,063 Dover, DE $62,728 Dover Afb, DE $62,873 Bethany Beach, DE $63,767 Bethel, DE $62,679 Bridgeville, DE $63,344 Camden Wyoming, DE $62,794 Cheswold, DE $62,583

Clayton, DE $62,425 Dagsboro, DE $63,767 Delmar, DE $62,679 Ellendale, DE $63,344 Felton, DE $63,344 Fenwick Island, DE $63,767 Frankford, DE $63,767 Frederica, DE $63,344

Georgetown, DE $63,344 Greenwood, DE $63,344 Harbeson, DE $63,344 Harrington, DE $63,344 Hartly, DE $62,395 Houston, DE $63,344 Kenton, DE $62,425 Laurel, DE $62,679

Yorklyn, DE $62,063

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

Understanding how a Pipefitter'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 February 01, 2026

$56,180

Average $61,205/year

$67,210

$4,682

Average $5,100/month

$5,601

$1,080

Average $1,177/week

$1,292

$27

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,210	$5,601	$1,292	$32
Average	$61,205	$5,100	$1,177	$29
25th Percentile	$56,180	$4,682	$1,080	$27

Pipefitter Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Pipefitter, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Pipefitter, Sr. role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $81,226 - a projected growth of 33% over your current level.

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