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

The Media industry offers the highest average compensation for Atc roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Atc's salary?

An Atc's salary grows with experience: starting around $56,386 for beginners, reaching about $60,366 at mid-level, and approach $61,225 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Atc?

Atc salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Atc roles are District of Columbia $61,925, California $61,690, Massachusetts $60,868. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Atc Salary in Delaware

How much does an Atc make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Atc in Delaware is $56,640 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,326
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,516 to $63,803
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,210

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Atc Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,803	$5,317	$1,227	$31
Average	$56,640	$4,720	$1,089	$27
25th Percentile	$47,516	$3,960	$914	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Atc Salaries

An Atc'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 Atc Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Atc'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): $56,386
Early Career (1-2 years): $57,907
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,366
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $60,903
Expert (over 8 years): $61,225

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Atc	$56,386
Intermediate Level Atc	$57,907
Senior Level Atc	$60,366
Specialist Level Atc	$60,903
Expert Level Atc	$61,225

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

District of Columbia: $61,925.
California: $61,690.
Massachusetts: $60,868.

District of Columbia $61,925 California $61,690 Massachusetts $60,868 Washington $60,644 New Jersey $60,622 Alaska $60,543 Connecticut $59,772 New York $59,458

Hawaii $58,457 Rhode Island $57,987 Maryland $57,669 Minnesota $57,232 Colorado $57,065 Illinois $57,009 Oregon $56,796 Delaware $56,640

New Hampshire $56,541 Virginia $56,321 Pennsylvania $55,678 Nevada $55,353 North Dakota $55,247 Michigan $55,079 Wisconsin $55,018 Vermont $54,895

Texas $54,553 Maine $54,531 Arizona $54,497 Ohio $54,458 Georgia $53,944 Indiana $53,686 Wyoming $53,636 Utah $53,558

Iowa $53,524 Kansas $53,256 Louisiana $53,177 North Carolina $53,150 Missouri $53,138 Florida $52,920 Montana $52,803 Nebraska $52,691

Kentucky $52,629 South Carolina $52,406 Tennessee $52,266 Idaho $52,210 New Mexico $51,802 Oklahoma $51,712 Alabama $51,382 South Dakota $50,828

Arkansas $50,526 West Virginia $50,364 Mississippi $49,878

Top Paying Cities for Atcs

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: $56,384
Little Creek: $56,797
Magnolia: $56,716

Lincoln, DE $56,384 Little Creek, DE $56,797 Magnolia, DE $56,716 Milford, DE $56,528 Marydel, DE $56,620 Millsboro, DE $56,148 Millville, DE $56,235 Milton, DE $56,332

Nassau, DE $56,373 Ocean View, DE $56,225 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,333 Seaford, DE $56,365 Selbyville, DE $56,132 Smyrna, DE $56,836 Viola, DE $56,575 Woodside, DE $56,727

Bear, DE $56,596 Newark, DE $56,575 Claymont, DE $56,690 Delaware City, DE $56,631 Hockessin, DE $56,570 Kirkwood, DE $56,620 Middletown, DE $56,642 Montchanin, DE $56,582

New Castle, DE $56,591 Odessa, DE $56,670 Port Penn, DE $56,708 Rockland, DE $56,588 Saint Georges, DE $56,624 Townsend, DE $56,712 Winterthur, DE $56,595 Lewes, DE $56,354

Wilmington, DE $56,572 Dover, DE $56,797 Dover Afb, DE $56,498 Bethany Beach, DE $56,166 Bethel, DE $56,224 Bridgeville, DE $56,356 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,637 Cheswold, DE $56,779

Clayton, DE $56,780 Dagsboro, DE $56,127 Delmar, DE $56,037 Ellendale, DE $56,207 Felton, DE $56,523 Fenwick Island, DE $56,139 Frankford, DE $56,041 Frederica, DE $56,579

Georgetown, DE $56,105 Greenwood, DE $56,365 Harbeson, DE $56,165 Harrington, DE $56,452 Hartly, DE $56,627 Houston, DE $56,371 Kenton, DE $56,783 Laurel, DE $56,072

Yorklyn, DE $56,586

Atc Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Atc roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Media and Retail & Wholesale sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Atc positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Atc as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Atc

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Media	$70,799	$34.0	25%
Retail & Wholesale	$59,471	$29.0	5%

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

Understanding how an Atc'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

$47,516

Average $56,640/year

$63,803

$3,960

Average $4,720/month

$5,317

$914

Average $1,089/week

$1,227

$23

Average $27/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,803	$5,317	$1,227	$31
Average	$56,640	$4,720	$1,089	$27
25th Percentile	$47,516	$3,960	$914	$23

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