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

What industry pays the highest salary for Pipefitter?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Pipefitter roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Pipefitter's salary?

A Pipefitter's salary grows with experience: starting around $60,351 for beginners, reaching about $63,226 at mid-level, and approach $63,944 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 $66,967, California $66,713, Massachusetts $65,824. 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: $85,593; Marine Pipefitter: $80,863; Pipefitter, Sr.: $80,309; Journeyman Pipefitter: $77,280; Pipefitter Helper: $63,101.

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Pipefitter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pipefitter make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pipefitter in Delaware is $61,251 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): $72,741
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,226 to $67,266
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,651

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Pipefitter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,266	$5,605	$1,294	$32
Average	$61,251	$5,104	$1,178	$29
25th Percentile	$56,226	$4,686	$1,081	$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.

How Experience Level Affects Pipefitter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pipefitter'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): $60,351
Early Career (1-2 years): $61,251
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,226
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,495
Expert (over 8 years): $63,944

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pipefitter	$60,351
Intermediate Level Pipefitter	$61,251
Senior Level Pipefitter	$63,226
Specialist Level Pipefitter	$63,495
Expert Level Pipefitter	$63,944

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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: $66,967.
California: $66,713.
Massachusetts: $65,824.

District of Columbia $66,967 California $66,713 Massachusetts $65,824 Washington $65,582 New Jersey $65,558 Alaska $65,473 Connecticut $64,638 New York $64,299

Hawaii $63,217 Rhode Island $62,709 Maryland $62,364 Minnesota $61,892 Colorado $61,711 Illinois $61,650 Oregon $61,420 Delaware $61,251

New Hampshire $61,145 Virginia $60,906 Pennsylvania $60,211 Nevada $59,860 North Dakota $59,745 Michigan $59,564 Wisconsin $59,497 Vermont $59,364

Texas $58,995 Maine $58,971 Arizona $58,935 Ohio $58,892 Georgia $58,336 Indiana $58,058 Wyoming $58,003 Utah $57,919

Iowa $57,882 Kansas $57,592 Louisiana $57,507 North Carolina $57,477 Missouri $57,465 Florida $57,229 Montana $57,102 Nebraska $56,981

Kentucky $56,915 South Carolina $56,673 Tennessee $56,521 Idaho $56,461 New Mexico $56,019 Oklahoma $55,923 Alabama $55,566 South Dakota $54,967

Arkansas $54,640 West Virginia $54,465 Mississippi $53,939

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: $60,975
Little Creek: $61,422
Magnolia: $61,333

Lincoln, DE $60,975 Little Creek, DE $61,422 Magnolia, DE $61,333 Milford, DE $61,130 Marydel, DE $61,231 Millsboro, DE $60,719 Millville, DE $60,813 Milton, DE $60,918

Nassau, DE $60,963 Ocean View, DE $60,803 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,920 Seaford, DE $60,954 Selbyville, DE $60,702 Smyrna, DE $61,464 Viola, DE $61,181 Woodside, DE $61,345

Bear, DE $61,204 Newark, DE $61,181 Claymont, DE $61,306 Delaware City, DE $61,242 Hockessin, DE $61,176 Kirkwood, DE $61,231 Middletown, DE $61,254 Montchanin, DE $61,189

New Castle, DE $61,199 Odessa, DE $61,284 Port Penn, DE $61,326 Rockland, DE $61,195 Saint Georges, DE $61,235 Townsend, DE $61,329 Winterthur, DE $61,203 Lewes, DE $60,942

Wilmington, DE $61,179 Dover, DE $61,422 Dover Afb, DE $61,098 Bethany Beach, DE $60,739 Bethel, DE $60,802 Bridgeville, DE $60,945 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,249 Cheswold, DE $61,402

Clayton, DE $61,404 Dagsboro, DE $60,697 Delmar, DE $60,599 Ellendale, DE $60,783 Felton, DE $61,125 Fenwick Island, DE $60,710 Frankford, DE $60,604 Frederica, DE $61,186

Georgetown, DE $60,674 Greenwood, DE $60,955 Harbeson, DE $60,738 Harrington, DE $61,048 Hartly, DE $61,238 Houston, DE $60,961 Kenton, DE $61,407 Laurel, DE $60,637

Yorklyn, DE $61,194

Pipefitter Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Pipefitter salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $67,819. While startup companies pay approximate $57,417.

Pipefitter Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$57,417
Growth Stage	51~500	$60,706
Established	501~5000	$65,510
Enterprise	5000+	$67,819

Pipefitter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pipefitter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Pipefitter positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Pipefitter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Pipefitter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$85,752	$41.0	40%
Biotechnology	$79,626	$38.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$73,501	$35.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$70,439	$34.0	15%
Construction	$67,376	$32.0	10%

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 July 01, 2026

$56,226

Average $61,251/year

$67,266

$4,686

Average $5,104/month

$5,605

$1,081

Average $1,178/week

$1,294

$27

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,266	$5,605	$1,294	$32
Average	$61,251	$5,104	$1,178	$29
25th Percentile	$56,226	$4,686	$1,081	$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 $81,329 - a projected growth of 33% over your current level.

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