What are the main factors that influence a Chief Master Sergeant's salary?

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

How does experience change A Chief Master Sergeant's salary?

A Chief Master Sergeant's salary grows with experience: a Master Data Management Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $69,587, a Master Data Management Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $90,193, a Chief Master Sergeant (4-7 years)earns $110,201, a Master Data Management Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $130,076, a Master Data Management Manager (7+ years)earns $138,194,

What are the highest paying states for a Chief Master Sergeant?

Chief Master Sergeant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chief Master Sergeant roles are District of Columbia $118,181, California $117,733, Massachusetts $116,164. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chief Master Sergeant roles make?

Salaries for Chief Master Sergeant level roles vary by specialization: Chief Scrum Master: $137,623; Chief Librarian: $117,174; Master Chief Petty Officer: $111,742; Sergeant: $84,715; Senior Master Sergeant: $84,131.

Chief Master Sergeant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chief Master Sergeant make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chief Master Sergeant in Delaware is $108,095 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,816
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,987 to $116,847
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,785

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Chief Master Sergeant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,847	$9,737	$2,247	$56
Average	$108,095	$9,008	$2,079	$52
25th Percentile	$97,987	$8,166	$1,884	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Chief Master Sergeant Salaries

A Chief Master Sergeant'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 Chief Master Sergeant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chief Master Sergeant'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): $69,587
Early Career (1-2 years): $90,193
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,201
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,076
Expert (over 8 years): $138,194

Levels	Salary
Master Da... Level Chief Master Sergeant	$69,587
Master Da... Level Chief Master Sergeant	$90,193
Chief Mas... Level Chief Master Sergeant	$110,201
Master Da... Level Chief Master Sergeant	$130,076
Master Da... Level Chief Master Sergeant	$138,194

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How Do Chief Master Sergeant 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 Chief Master Sergeants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $118,181.
California: $117,733.
Massachusetts: $116,164.

District of Columbia $118,181 California $117,733 Massachusetts $116,164 Washington $115,737 New Jersey $115,694 Alaska $115,545 Connecticut $114,072 New York $113,474

Hawaii $111,564 Rhode Island $110,667 Maryland $110,059 Minnesota $109,226 Colorado $108,906 Illinois $108,799 Oregon $108,393 Delaware $108,095

New Hampshire $107,907 Virginia $107,486 Pennsylvania $106,259 Nevada $105,640 North Dakota $105,437 Michigan $105,117 Wisconsin $104,999 Vermont $104,764

Texas $104,113 Maine $104,071 Arizona $104,006 Ohio $103,932 Georgia $102,950 Indiana $102,459 Wyoming $102,363 Utah $102,213

Iowa $102,149 Kansas $101,637 Louisiana $101,487 North Carolina $101,434 Missouri $101,413 Florida $100,996 Montana $100,772 Nebraska $100,559

Kentucky $100,441 South Carolina $100,014 Tennessee $99,748 Idaho $99,641 New Mexico $98,862 Oklahoma $98,691 Alabama $98,061 South Dakota $97,004

Arkansas $96,428 West Virginia $96,118 Mississippi $95,190

Top Paying Cities for Chief Master Sergeants

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: $107,608
Little Creek: $108,396
Magnolia: $108,240

Lincoln, DE $107,608 Little Creek, DE $108,396 Magnolia, DE $108,240 Milford, DE $107,881 Marydel, DE $108,058 Millsboro, DE $107,156 Millville, DE $107,322 Milton, DE $107,508

Nassau, DE $107,585 Ocean View, DE $107,304 Rehoboth Beach, DE $107,510 Seaford, DE $107,570 Selbyville, DE $107,125 Smyrna, DE $108,470 Viola, DE $107,971 Woodside, DE $108,261

Bear, DE $108,011 Newark, DE $107,971 Claymont, DE $108,192 Delaware City, DE $108,079 Hockessin, DE $107,961 Kirkwood, DE $108,058 Middletown, DE $108,100 Montchanin, DE $107,986

New Castle, DE $108,002 Odessa, DE $108,153 Port Penn, DE $108,226 Rockland, DE $107,996 Saint Georges, DE $108,066 Townsend, DE $108,232 Winterthur, DE $108,009 Lewes, DE $107,549

Wilmington, DE $107,966 Dover, DE $108,396 Dover Afb, DE $107,825 Bethany Beach, DE $107,191 Bethel, DE $107,302 Bridgeville, DE $107,554 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,090 Cheswold, DE $108,360

Clayton, DE $108,364 Dagsboro, DE $107,116 Delmar, DE $106,944 Ellendale, DE $107,268 Felton, DE $107,873 Fenwick Island, DE $107,139 Frankford, DE $106,952 Frederica, DE $107,979

Georgetown, DE $107,075 Greenwood, DE $107,572 Harbeson, DE $107,189 Harrington, DE $107,736 Hartly, DE $108,071 Houston, DE $107,582 Kenton, DE $108,369 Laurel, DE $107,011

Yorklyn, DE $107,993

Chief Master Sergeant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chief Master Sergeant'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.

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$97,987

Average $108,095/year

$116,847

$8,166

Average $9,008/month

$9,737

$1,884

Average $2,079/week

$2,247

$47

Average $52/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,847	$9,737	$2,247	$56
Average	$108,095	$9,008	$2,079	$52
25th Percentile	$97,987	$8,166	$1,884	$47

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