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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Rigger?

Rigger salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Rigger roles are District of Columbia $52,292, California $52,093, Massachusetts $51,399. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Rigger roles make?

Salaries for Rigger level roles vary by specialization: Character Rigger: $91,392; Crane Rigger: $76,390; Offshore Rigger: $73,563; Rigger Helper: $49,809; Tower Rigger: $47,303.

Rigger Salary in Delaware

How much does a Rigger make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rigger in Delaware is $47,829 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,858
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,975 to $53,602
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,377

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Rigger Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,602	$4,467	$1,031	$26
Average	$47,829	$3,986	$920	$23
25th Percentile	$44,975	$3,748	$865	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Rigger Salaries

A Rigger's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $52,292.
California: $52,093.
Massachusetts: $51,399.

District of Columbia $52,292 California $52,093 Massachusetts $51,399 Washington $51,210 New Jersey $51,191 Alaska $51,125 Connecticut $50,473 New York $50,209

Hawaii $49,363 Rhode Island $48,967 Maryland $48,698 Minnesota $48,329 Colorado $48,188 Illinois $48,140 Oregon $47,961 Delaware $47,829

New Hampshire $47,745 Virginia $47,559 Pennsylvania $47,016 Nevada $46,742 North Dakota $46,653 Michigan $46,511 Wisconsin $46,459 Vermont $46,355

Texas $46,067 Maine $46,048 Arizona $46,020 Ohio $45,987 Georgia $45,552 Indiana $45,335 Wyoming $45,292 Utah $45,226

Iowa $45,198 Kansas $44,971 Louisiana $44,905 North Carolina $44,881 Missouri $44,872 Florida $44,688 Montana $44,589 Nebraska $44,494

Kentucky $44,442 South Carolina $44,253 Tennessee $44,135 Idaho $44,088 New Mexico $43,743 Oklahoma $43,668 Alabama $43,389 South Dakota $42,921

Arkansas $42,666 West Virginia $42,529 Mississippi $42,119

Top Paying Cities for Riggers

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: $49,500
Little Creek: $49,042
Magnolia: $49,245

Lincoln, DE $49,500 Little Creek, DE $49,042 Magnolia, DE $49,245 Milford, DE $49,500 Marydel, DE $48,858 Millsboro, DE $49,500 Millville, DE $49,831 Milton, DE $49,500

Nassau, DE $49,500 Ocean View, DE $49,831 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,831 Seaford, DE $48,981 Selbyville, DE $49,831 Smyrna, DE $48,801 Viola, DE $49,245 Woodside, DE $49,104

Bear, DE $48,443 Newark, DE $48,461 Claymont, DE $48,499 Delaware City, DE $48,461 Hockessin, DE $48,499 Kirkwood, DE $48,461 Middletown, DE $48,702 Montchanin, DE $48,499

New Castle, DE $48,499 Odessa, DE $48,768 Port Penn, DE $48,329 Rockland, DE $48,499 Saint Georges, DE $48,461 Townsend, DE $48,698 Winterthur, DE $48,499 Lewes, DE $49,500

Wilmington, DE $48,499 Dover, DE $49,019 Dover Afb, DE $49,132 Bethany Beach, DE $49,831 Bethel, DE $48,981 Bridgeville, DE $49,500 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,071 Cheswold, DE $48,905

Clayton, DE $48,783 Dagsboro, DE $49,831 Delmar, DE $48,981 Ellendale, DE $49,500 Felton, DE $49,500 Fenwick Island, DE $49,831 Frankford, DE $49,831 Frederica, DE $49,500

Georgetown, DE $49,500 Greenwood, DE $49,500 Harbeson, DE $49,500 Harrington, DE $49,500 Hartly, DE $48,759 Houston, DE $49,500 Kenton, DE $48,783 Laurel, DE $48,981

Yorklyn, DE $48,499

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

Understanding how a Rigger'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 April 01, 2026

$44,975

Average $47,829/year

$53,602

$3,748

Average $3,986/month

$4,467

$865

Average $920/week

$1,031

$22

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,602	$4,467	$1,031	$26
Average	$47,829	$3,986	$920	$23
25th Percentile	$44,975	$3,748	$865	$22

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