What are the main factors that influence a Civil Servant'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 Civil Servant?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Civil Servant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Civil Servant's salary?

A Civil Servant's salary grows with experience: an Appraiser I (Commercial Real Estate) (0-2 years)earns $61,412, an Civil Servant (2-4 years)earns $81,045, an Appraiser III (Commercial Real Estate) (4-7 years)earns $98,463, an Appraiser IV (Commercial Real Estate) (7+ years)earns $121,705, an Appraisal Manager (7+ years)earns $118,385,

What are the highest paying states for a Civil Servant?

Civil Servant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Civil Servant roles are District of Columbia $86,321, California $85,994, Massachusetts $84,848. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Civil Servant roles make?

Salaries for Civil Servant level roles vary by specialization: Civil Attorney: $255,786; Civil Superintendent: $106,010; Civil Estimator: $86,619; Civil Supervisor: $84,716; Civil Designer: $66,194.

Civil Servant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Civil Servant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Civil Servant in Delaware is $78,954 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,030
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,917 to $87,368
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,779

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Civil Servant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,368	$7,281	$1,680	$42
Average	$78,954	$6,579	$1,518	$38
25th Percentile	$68,917	$5,743	$1,325	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Civil Servant Salaries

A Civil Servant'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 Civil Servant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Civil Servant'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): $61,412
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,045
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,463
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $121,705
Expert (over 8 years): $118,385

Levels	Salary
Appraiser... Level Civil Servant	$61,412
Civil Ser... Level Civil Servant	$81,045
Appraiser... Level Civil Servant	$98,463
Appraiser... Level Civil Servant	$121,705
Appraisal... Level Civil Servant	$118,385

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How Do Civil Servant 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 Civil Servants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $86,321.
California: $85,994.
Massachusetts: $84,848.

District of Columbia $86,321 California $85,994 Massachusetts $84,848 Washington $84,536 New Jersey $84,505 Alaska $84,396 Connecticut $83,320 New York $82,883

Hawaii $81,488 Rhode Island $80,833 Maryland $80,388 Minnesota $79,780 Colorado $79,546 Illinois $79,468 Oregon $79,172 Delaware $78,954

New Hampshire $78,817 Virginia $78,509 Pennsylvania $77,613 Nevada $77,161 North Dakota $77,013 Michigan $76,779 Wisconsin $76,693 Vermont $76,521

Texas $76,046 Maine $76,015 Arizona $75,968 Ohio $75,913 Georgia $75,196 Indiana $74,837 Wyoming $74,767 Utah $74,658

Iowa $74,611 Kansas $74,237 Louisiana $74,128 North Carolina $74,089 Missouri $74,073 Florida $73,769 Montana $73,606 Nebraska $73,450

Kentucky $73,364 South Carolina $73,052 Tennessee $72,857 Idaho $72,779 New Mexico $72,210 Oklahoma $72,085 Alabama $71,625 South Dakota $70,853

Arkansas $70,432 West Virginia $70,206 Mississippi $69,528

Top Paying Cities for Civil Servants

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: $78,598
Little Creek: $79,174
Magnolia: $79,060

Lincoln, DE $78,598 Little Creek, DE $79,174 Magnolia, DE $79,060 Milford, DE $78,798 Marydel, DE $78,927 Millsboro, DE $78,269 Millville, DE $78,389 Milton, DE $78,525

Nassau, DE $78,582 Ocean View, DE $78,376 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,527 Seaford, DE $78,571 Selbyville, DE $78,246 Smyrna, DE $79,228 Viola, DE $78,863 Woodside, DE $79,075

Bear, DE $78,893 Newark, DE $78,863 Claymont, DE $79,025 Delaware City, DE $78,942 Hockessin, DE $78,856 Kirkwood, DE $78,927 Middletown, DE $78,958 Montchanin, DE $78,874

New Castle, DE $78,886 Odessa, DE $78,997 Port Penn, DE $79,050 Rockland, DE $78,882 Saint Georges, DE $78,933 Townsend, DE $79,054 Winterthur, DE $78,891 Lewes, DE $78,555

Wilmington, DE $78,860 Dover, DE $79,174 Dover Afb, DE $78,757 Bethany Beach, DE $78,293 Bethel, DE $78,375 Bridgeville, DE $78,559 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,951 Cheswold, DE $79,148

Clayton, DE $79,150 Dagsboro, DE $78,239 Delmar, DE $78,113 Ellendale, DE $78,350 Felton, DE $78,792 Fenwick Island, DE $78,256 Frankford, DE $78,120 Frederica, DE $78,870

Georgetown, DE $78,209 Greenwood, DE $78,572 Harbeson, DE $78,293 Harrington, DE $78,692 Hartly, DE $78,937 Houston, DE $78,580 Kenton, DE $79,154 Laurel, DE $78,163

Yorklyn, DE $78,880

Civil Servant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Civil Servant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Civil Servant positions in Financial Services or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Civil Servant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Civil Servant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$94,745	$46.0	20%
Insurance	$94,745	$46.0	20%

Civil Servant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Civil Servant'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

$68,917

Average $78,954/year

$87,368

$5,743

Average $6,579/month

$7,281

$1,325

Average $1,518/week

$1,680

$33

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,368	$7,281	$1,680	$42
Average	$78,954	$6,579	$1,518	$38
25th Percentile	$68,917	$5,743	$1,325	$33

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