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

A Pipefitter, Sr.'s salary grows with experience: starting around $78,625 for beginners, reaching about $82,275 at mid-level, and approach $87,522 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pipefitter, Sr.?

Pipefitter, Sr. salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pipefitter, Sr. roles are District of Columbia $88,805, California $88,468, Massachusetts $87,289. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pipefitter, Sr. roles make?

Salaries for Pipefitter, Sr. level roles vary by specialization: Pipefitter Supervisor: $85,456; Marine Pipefitter: $80,747; Journeyman Pipefitter: $77,169; Pipefitter Helper: $63,057; Pipefitter Apprenticeship: $60,730.

Pipefitter, Sr. Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pipefitter, Sr. make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pipefitter, Sr. in Delaware is $81,226 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,089
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,305 to $95,287
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,094

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Pipefitter, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,287	$7,941	$1,832	$46
Average	$81,226	$6,769	$1,562	$39
25th Percentile	$73,305	$6,109	$1,410	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Pipefitter, Sr. Salaries

A Pipefitter, Sr.'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, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pipefitter, Sr.'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): $78,625
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,216
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $82,275
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,472
Expert (over 8 years): $87,522

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pipefitter, Sr.	$78,625
Intermediate Level Pipefitter, Sr.	$79,216
Senior Level Pipefitter, Sr.	$82,275
Specialist Level Pipefitter, Sr.	$86,472
Expert Level Pipefitter, Sr.	$87,522

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

District of Columbia: $88,805.
California: $88,468.
Massachusetts: $87,289.

District of Columbia $88,805 California $88,468 Massachusetts $87,289 Washington $86,968 New Jersey $86,936 Alaska $86,824 Connecticut $85,717 New York $85,268

Hawaii $83,832 Rhode Island $83,159 Maryland $82,701 Minnesota $82,076 Colorado $81,835 Illinois $81,755 Oregon $81,450 Delaware $81,226

New Hampshire $81,084 Virginia $80,768 Pennsylvania $79,846 Nevada $79,381 North Dakota $79,228 Michigan $78,988 Wisconsin $78,900 Vermont $78,723

Texas $78,234 Maine $78,202 Arizona $78,154 Ohio $78,098 Georgia $77,360 Indiana $76,991 Wyoming $76,919 Utah $76,806

Iowa $76,758 Kansas $76,373 Louisiana $76,261 North Carolina $76,221 Missouri $76,205 Florida $75,892 Montana $75,723 Nebraska $75,563

Kentucky $75,475 South Carolina $75,154 Tennessee $74,953 Idaho $74,873 New Mexico $74,288 Oklahoma $74,159 Alabama $73,686 South Dakota $72,892

Arkansas $72,459 West Virginia $72,226 Mississippi $71,529

Top Paying Cities for Pipefitter, Sr.s

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: $84,065
Little Creek: $83,287
Magnolia: $83,632

Lincoln, DE $84,065 Little Creek, DE $83,287 Magnolia, DE $83,632 Milford, DE $84,065 Marydel, DE $82,974 Millsboro, DE $84,065 Millville, DE $84,626 Milton, DE $84,065

Nassau, DE $84,065 Ocean View, DE $84,626 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,626 Seaford, DE $83,183 Selbyville, DE $84,626 Smyrna, DE $82,878 Viola, DE $83,632 Woodside, DE $83,391

Bear, DE $82,268 Newark, DE $82,300 Claymont, DE $82,365 Delaware City, DE $82,300 Hockessin, DE $82,365 Kirkwood, DE $82,300 Middletown, DE $82,709 Montchanin, DE $82,365

New Castle, DE $82,365 Odessa, DE $82,822 Port Penn, DE $82,076 Rockland, DE $82,365 Saint Georges, DE $82,300 Townsend, DE $82,701 Winterthur, DE $82,365 Lewes, DE $84,065

Wilmington, DE $82,365 Dover, DE $83,247 Dover Afb, DE $83,439 Bethany Beach, DE $84,626 Bethel, DE $83,183 Bridgeville, DE $84,065 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,335 Cheswold, DE $83,054

Clayton, DE $82,846 Dagsboro, DE $84,626 Delmar, DE $83,183 Ellendale, DE $84,065 Felton, DE $84,065 Fenwick Island, DE $84,626 Frankford, DE $84,626 Frederica, DE $84,065

Georgetown, DE $84,065 Greenwood, DE $84,065 Harbeson, DE $84,065 Harrington, DE $84,065 Hartly, DE $82,806 Houston, DE $84,065 Kenton, DE $82,846 Laurel, DE $83,183

Yorklyn, DE $82,365

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

Understanding how a Pipefitter, Sr.'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

$73,305

Average $81,226/year

$95,287

$6,109

Average $6,769/month

$7,941

$1,410

Average $1,562/week

$1,832

$35

Average $39/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,287	$7,941	$1,832	$46
Average	$81,226	$6,769	$1,562	$39
25th Percentile	$73,305	$6,109	$1,410	$35

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