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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Chief Mate?

Chief Mate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chief Mate roles are District of Columbia $185,966, California $185,261, Massachusetts $182,792. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chief Mate roles make?

Salaries for Chief Mate level roles vary by specialization: First Mate: $111,073; Tugboat Mate: $96,667; Boatswain Mate: $96,389; Third Mate: $83,471; Nuclear Machinist Mate: $61,330.

Chief Mate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chief Mate make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chief Mate in Delaware is $170,094 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $82.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $246,947
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,110 to $210,322
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,081

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Chief Mate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$210,322	$17,527	$4,045	$101
Average	$170,094	$14,175	$3,271	$82
25th Percentile	$137,110	$11,426	$2,637	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Chief Mate Salaries

A Chief Mate's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Chief Mate 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 Mates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $185,966.
California: $185,261.
Massachusetts: $182,792.

District of Columbia $185,966 California $185,261 Massachusetts $182,792 Washington $182,120 New Jersey $182,053 Alaska $181,818 Connecticut $179,500 New York $178,559

Hawaii $175,553 Rhode Island $174,142 Maryland $173,185 Minnesota $171,874 Colorado $171,371 Illinois $171,203 Oregon $170,564 Delaware $170,094

New Hampshire $169,798 Virginia $169,137 Pennsylvania $167,205 Nevada $166,231 North Dakota $165,912 Michigan $165,408 Wisconsin $165,223 Vermont $164,854

Texas $163,829 Maine $163,762 Arizona $163,661 Ohio $163,544 Georgia $161,998 Indiana $161,226 Wyoming $161,075 Utah $160,839

Iowa $160,739 Kansas $159,932 Louisiana $159,697 North Carolina $159,613 Missouri $159,580 Florida $158,925 Montana $158,572 Nebraska $158,236

Kentucky $158,051 South Carolina $157,379 Tennessee $156,960 Idaho $156,792 New Mexico $155,565 Oklahoma $155,297 Alabama $154,306 South Dakota $152,643

Arkansas $151,736 West Virginia $151,249 Mississippi $149,788

Top Paying Cities for Chief Mates

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: $169,328
Little Creek: $170,568
Magnolia: $170,323

Lincoln, DE $169,328 Little Creek, DE $170,568 Magnolia, DE $170,323 Milford, DE $169,758 Marydel, DE $170,037 Millsboro, DE $168,618 Millville, DE $168,878 Milton, DE $169,170

Nassau, DE $169,293 Ocean View, DE $168,850 Rehoboth Beach, DE $169,174 Seaford, DE $169,269 Selbyville, DE $168,569 Smyrna, DE $170,685 Viola, DE $169,899 Woodside, DE $170,356

Bear, DE $169,963 Newark, DE $169,899 Claymont, DE $170,247 Delaware City, DE $170,069 Hockessin, DE $169,884 Kirkwood, DE $170,037 Middletown, DE $170,103 Montchanin, DE $169,923

New Castle, DE $169,948 Odessa, DE $170,186 Port Penn, DE $170,301 Rockland, DE $169,940 Saint Georges, DE $170,049 Townsend, DE $170,311 Winterthur, DE $169,960 Lewes, DE $169,236

Wilmington, DE $169,893 Dover, DE $170,568 Dover Afb, DE $169,669 Bethany Beach, DE $168,671 Bethel, DE $168,846 Bridgeville, DE $169,244 Camden Wyoming, DE $170,087 Cheswold, DE $170,512

Clayton, DE $170,517 Dagsboro, DE $168,554 Delmar, DE $168,283 Ellendale, DE $168,794 Felton, DE $169,745 Fenwick Island, DE $168,591 Frankford, DE $168,297 Frederica, DE $169,913

Georgetown, DE $168,490 Greenwood, DE $169,271 Harbeson, DE $168,670 Harrington, DE $169,530 Hartly, DE $170,057 Houston, DE $169,288 Kenton, DE $170,526 Laurel, DE $168,389

Yorklyn, DE $169,935

Chief Mate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chief Mate'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 August 01, 2026

$137,110

Average $170,094/year

$210,322

$11,426

Average $14,175/month

$17,527

$2,637

Average $3,271/week

$4,045

$66

Average $82/hour

$101

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$210,322	$17,527	$4,045	$101
Average	$170,094	$14,175	$3,271	$82
25th Percentile	$137,110	$11,426	$2,637	$66

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