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

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

How does experience change An Apprentice Pipefitter's salary?

An Apprentice Pipefitter's salary grows with experience: starting around $58,936 for beginners, reaching about $61,742 at mid-level, and approach $62,443 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Apprentice Pipefitter?

Apprentice Pipefitter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Apprentice Pipefitter roles are District of Columbia $64,195, California $63,951, Massachusetts $63,099. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Apprentice Pipefitter roles make?

Salaries for Apprentice 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.

Apprentice Pipefitter Salary in Delaware

How much does an Apprentice Pipefitter make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Apprentice Pipefitter in Delaware is $58,716 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,016
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,438 to $64,107
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,633

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Apprentice Pipefitter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,107	$5,342	$1,233	$31
Average	$58,716	$4,893	$1,129	$28
25th Percentile	$53,438	$4,453	$1,028	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Apprentice Pipefitter Salaries

An Apprentice 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 Apprentice Pipefitter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Apprentice 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): $58,936
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,815
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,742
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,005
Expert (over 8 years): $62,443

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Apprentice Pipefitter	$58,936
Intermediate Level Apprentice Pipefitter	$59,815
Senior Level Apprentice Pipefitter	$61,742
Specialist Level Apprentice Pipefitter	$62,005
Expert Level Apprentice Pipefitter	$62,443

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

District of Columbia: $64,195.
California: $63,951.
Massachusetts: $63,099.

District of Columbia $64,195 California $63,951 Massachusetts $63,099 Washington $62,867 New Jersey $62,844 Alaska $62,763 Connecticut $61,963 New York $61,638

Hawaii $60,600 Rhode Island $60,113 Maryland $59,783 Minnesota $59,330 Colorado $59,156 Illinois $59,098 Oregon $58,878 Delaware $58,716

New Hampshire $58,614 Virginia $58,385 Pennsylvania $57,718 Nevada $57,382 North Dakota $57,272 Michigan $57,098 Wisconsin $57,034 Vermont $56,907

Texas $56,553 Maine $56,530 Arizona $56,495 Ohio $56,455 Georgia $55,921 Indiana $55,654 Wyoming $55,602 Utah $55,521

Iowa $55,486 Kansas $55,208 Louisiana $55,127 North Carolina $55,098 Missouri $55,086 Florida $54,860 Montana $54,738 Nebraska $54,622

Kentucky $54,559 South Carolina $54,327 Tennessee $54,182 Idaho $54,124 New Mexico $53,701 Oklahoma $53,608 Alabama $53,266 South Dakota $52,692

Arkansas $52,379 West Virginia $52,210 Mississippi $51,706

Top Paying Cities for Apprentice 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: $60,768
Little Creek: $60,206
Magnolia: $60,455

Lincoln, DE $60,768 Little Creek, DE $60,206 Magnolia, DE $60,455 Milford, DE $60,768 Marydel, DE $59,980 Millsboro, DE $60,768 Millville, DE $61,174 Milton, DE $60,768

Nassau, DE $60,768 Ocean View, DE $61,174 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,174 Seaford, DE $60,130 Selbyville, DE $61,174 Smyrna, DE $59,910 Viola, DE $60,455 Woodside, DE $60,281

Bear, DE $59,469 Newark, DE $59,493 Claymont, DE $59,539 Delaware City, DE $59,493 Hockessin, DE $59,539 Kirkwood, DE $59,493 Middletown, DE $59,788 Montchanin, DE $59,539

New Castle, DE $59,539 Odessa, DE $59,870 Port Penn, DE $59,330 Rockland, DE $59,539 Saint Georges, DE $59,493 Townsend, DE $59,783 Winterthur, DE $59,539 Lewes, DE $60,768

Wilmington, DE $59,539 Dover, DE $60,177 Dover Afb, DE $60,316 Bethany Beach, DE $61,174 Bethel, DE $60,130 Bridgeville, DE $60,768 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,241 Cheswold, DE $60,038

Clayton, DE $59,887 Dagsboro, DE $61,174 Delmar, DE $60,130 Ellendale, DE $60,768 Felton, DE $60,768 Fenwick Island, DE $61,174 Frankford, DE $61,174 Frederica, DE $60,768

Georgetown, DE $60,768 Greenwood, DE $60,768 Harbeson, DE $60,768 Harrington, DE $60,768 Hartly, DE $59,858 Houston, DE $60,768 Kenton, DE $59,887 Laurel, DE $60,130

Yorklyn, DE $59,539

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

Understanding how an Apprentice 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

$53,438

Average $58,716/year

$64,107

$4,453

Average $4,893/month

$5,342

$1,028

Average $1,129/week

$1,233

$26

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,107	$5,342	$1,233	$31
Average	$58,716	$4,893	$1,129	$28
25th Percentile	$53,438	$4,453	$1,028	$26

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