What are the main factors that influence an Assessor'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 Assessor?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Assessor roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assessor's salary?

An Assessor's salary grows with experience: an Assessor (0-0 years)earns $56,348, a Case Manager - Alcohol or Drug (2-4 years)earns $63,105, a Chemical Dependency Program Manager (4-5 years)earns $123,986, a Substance Abuse Center Director (Hosp. Op.) (5+ years)earns $150,858,

What are the highest paying states for an Assessor?

Assessor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assessor roles are District of Columbia $60,348, California $60,119, Massachusetts $59,318. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assessor roles make?

Salaries for Assessor level roles vary by specialization: Security Assessor: $91,174; Lead Assessor: $76,029; City Assessor: $75,844; Energy Assessor: $75,068; Property Assessor: $68,448.

Assessor Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assessor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assessor in Delaware is $55,198 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,367
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,677 to $61,044
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,651

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Assessor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,044	$5,087	$1,174	$29
Average	$55,198	$4,600	$1,061	$27
25th Percentile	$49,677	$4,140	$955	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Assessor Salaries

An Assessor'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 Do Assessor 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 Assessors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,348.
California: $60,119.
Massachusetts: $59,318.

District of Columbia $60,348 California $60,119 Massachusetts $59,318 Washington $59,100 New Jersey $59,078 Alaska $59,002 Connecticut $58,250 New York $57,945

Hawaii $56,969 Rhode Island $56,511 Maryland $56,200 Minnesota $55,775 Colorado $55,612 Illinois $55,557 Oregon $55,350 Delaware $55,198

New Hampshire $55,102 Virginia $54,887 Pennsylvania $54,260 Nevada $53,944 North Dakota $53,840 Michigan $53,677 Wisconsin $53,617 Vermont $53,497

Texas $53,164 Maine $53,143 Arizona $53,110 Ohio $53,072 Georgia $52,570 Indiana $52,320 Wyoming $52,271 Utah $52,194

Iowa $52,162 Kansas $51,900 Louisiana $51,824 North Carolina $51,796 Missouri $51,785 Florida $51,573 Montana $51,458 Nebraska $51,349

Kentucky $51,289 South Carolina $51,071 Tennessee $50,935 Idaho $50,881 New Mexico $50,483 Oklahoma $50,396 Alabama $50,074 South Dakota $49,534

Arkansas $49,240 West Virginia $49,082 Mississippi $48,608

Top Paying Cities for Assessors

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: $54,949
Little Creek: $55,351
Magnolia: $55,272

Lincoln, DE $54,949 Little Creek, DE $55,351 Magnolia, DE $55,272 Milford, DE $55,089 Marydel, DE $55,179 Millsboro, DE $54,718 Millville, DE $54,803 Milton, DE $54,898

Nassau, DE $54,938 Ocean View, DE $54,794 Rehoboth Beach, DE $54,899 Seaford, DE $54,930 Selbyville, DE $54,703 Smyrna, DE $55,389 Viola, DE $55,134 Woodside, DE $55,283

Bear, DE $55,155 Newark, DE $55,134 Claymont, DE $55,247 Delaware City, DE $55,189 Hockessin, DE $55,129 Kirkwood, DE $55,179 Middletown, DE $55,200 Montchanin, DE $55,142

New Castle, DE $55,150 Odessa, DE $55,227 Port Penn, DE $55,265 Rockland, DE $55,147 Saint Georges, DE $55,183 Townsend, DE $55,268 Winterthur, DE $55,154 Lewes, DE $54,919

Wilmington, DE $55,132 Dover, DE $55,351 Dover Afb, DE $55,060 Bethany Beach, DE $54,736 Bethel, DE $54,793 Bridgeville, DE $54,922 Camden Wyoming, DE $55,195 Cheswold, DE $55,333

Clayton, DE $55,335 Dagsboro, DE $54,698 Delmar, DE $54,610 Ellendale, DE $54,776 Felton, DE $55,084 Fenwick Island, DE $54,710 Frankford, DE $54,614 Frederica, DE $55,139

Georgetown, DE $54,677 Greenwood, DE $54,930 Harbeson, DE $54,735 Harrington, DE $55,014 Hartly, DE $55,186 Houston, DE $54,936 Kenton, DE $55,338 Laurel, DE $54,644

Yorklyn, DE $55,146

Assessor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assessor roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Assessor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Assessor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assessor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$66,237	$32.0	20%

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

Understanding how an Assessor'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

$49,677

Average $55,198/year

$61,044

$4,140

Average $4,600/month

$5,087

$955

Average $1,061/week

$1,174

$24

Average $27/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,044	$5,087	$1,174	$29
Average	$55,198	$4,600	$1,061	$27
25th Percentile	$49,677	$4,140	$955	$24

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