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 $58,956 for beginners, reaching about $61,763 at mid-level, and approach $62,464 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 $64,217, California $63,973, Massachusetts $63,121. 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: $85,513; Marine Pipefitter: $80,800; Pipefitter, Sr.: $80,249; Journeyman Pipefitter: $77,220; Pipefitter Helper: $63,076.

Apprentice Pipefitter Salary in Delaware

How much does an Apprentice Pipefitter make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Apprentice Pipefitter in Delaware is $58,736 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): $69,041
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,465 to $64,130
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,666

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Apprentice Pipefitter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,130	$5,344	$1,233	$31
Average	$58,736	$4,895	$1,130	$28
25th Percentile	$53,465	$4,455	$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): $58,956
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,834
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,763
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,026
Expert (over 8 years): $62,464

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Apprentice Pipefitter	$58,956
Intermediate Level Apprentice Pipefitter	$59,834
Senior Level Apprentice Pipefitter	$61,763
Specialist Level Apprentice Pipefitter	$62,026
Expert Level Apprentice Pipefitter	$62,464

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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: $64,217.
California: $63,973.
Massachusetts: $63,121.

District of Columbia $64,217 California $63,973 Massachusetts $63,121 Washington $62,889 New Jersey $62,865 Alaska $62,784 Connecticut $61,984 New York $61,659

Hawaii $60,621 Rhode Island $60,134 Maryland $59,803 Minnesota $59,351 Colorado $59,177 Illinois $59,119 Oregon $58,898 Delaware $58,736

New Hampshire $58,634 Virginia $58,405 Pennsylvania $57,738 Nevada $57,402 North Dakota $57,292 Michigan $57,118 Wisconsin $57,054 Vermont $56,926

Texas $56,573 Maine $56,549 Arizona $56,515 Ohio $56,474 Georgia $55,940 Indiana $55,674 Wyoming $55,621 Utah $55,540

Iowa $55,505 Kansas $55,227 Louisiana $55,146 North Carolina $55,117 Missouri $55,105 Florida $54,879 Montana $54,757 Nebraska $54,641

Kentucky $54,577 South Carolina $54,345 Tennessee $54,200 Idaho $54,142 New Mexico $53,719 Oklahoma $53,626 Alabama $53,284 South Dakota $52,710

Arkansas $52,397 West Virginia $52,228 Mississippi $51,724

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: $60,789
Little Creek: $60,226
Magnolia: $60,476

Lincoln, DE $60,789 Little Creek, DE $60,226 Magnolia, DE $60,476 Milford, DE $60,789 Marydel, DE $60,000 Millsboro, DE $60,789 Millville, DE $61,195 Milton, DE $60,789

Nassau, DE $60,789 Ocean View, DE $61,195 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,195 Seaford, DE $60,151 Selbyville, DE $61,195 Smyrna, DE $59,931 Viola, DE $60,476 Woodside, DE $60,302

Bear, DE $59,490 Newark, DE $59,513 Claymont, DE $59,559 Delaware City, DE $59,513 Hockessin, DE $59,559 Kirkwood, DE $59,513 Middletown, DE $59,809 Montchanin, DE $59,559

New Castle, DE $59,559 Odessa, DE $59,890 Port Penn, DE $59,351 Rockland, DE $59,559 Saint Georges, DE $59,513 Townsend, DE $59,803 Winterthur, DE $59,559 Lewes, DE $60,789

Wilmington, DE $59,559 Dover, DE $60,197 Dover Afb, DE $60,337 Bethany Beach, DE $61,195 Bethel, DE $60,151 Bridgeville, DE $60,789 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,261 Cheswold, DE $60,058

Clayton, DE $59,907 Dagsboro, DE $61,195 Delmar, DE $60,151 Ellendale, DE $60,789 Felton, DE $60,789 Fenwick Island, DE $61,195 Frankford, DE $61,195 Frederica, DE $60,789

Georgetown, DE $60,789 Greenwood, DE $60,789 Harbeson, DE $60,789 Harrington, DE $60,789 Hartly, DE $59,878 Houston, DE $60,789 Kenton, DE $59,907 Laurel, DE $60,151

Yorklyn, DE $59,559

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 April 01, 2026

$53,465

Average $58,736/year

$64,130

$4,455

Average $4,895/month

$5,344

$1,028

Average $1,130/week

$1,233

$26

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,130	$5,344	$1,233	$31
Average	$58,736	$4,895	$1,130	$28
25th Percentile	$53,465	$4,455	$1,028	$26

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