What are the main factors that influence a Collision Repair'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 Collision Repair?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Collision Repair roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Collision Repair's salary?

A Collision Repair's salary grows with experience: a Diet Technician I (0-1 years)earns $34,673, a Collision Repair (1-3 years)earns $38,726, a Dietitian Supervisor (3+ years)earns $56,612, a Dietitian Manager (3-5 years)earns $84,613, a Dietitian Director (5+ years)earns $103,475,

What are the highest paying states for a Collision Repair?

Collision Repair salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Collision Repair roles are District of Columbia $41,438, California $41,281, Massachusetts $40,731. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Collision Repair roles make?

Salaries for Collision Repair level roles vary by specialization: Collision Manager: $89,920; Collision Estimator: $89,252; Collision Appraiser: $79,068; Collision Repair Estimator: $77,302; Collision Technician: $62,688.

Collision Repair Salary in Delaware

How much does a Collision Repair make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Collision Repair in Delaware is $37,901 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,021
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,944 to $42,152
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,341

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Collision Repair Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,152	$3,513	$811	$20
Average	$37,901	$3,158	$729	$18
25th Percentile	$33,944	$2,829	$653	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Collision Repair Salaries

A Collision Repair'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 Collision Repair Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Collision Repair'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): $34,673
Early Career (1-2 years): $38,726
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,612
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,613
Expert (over 8 years): $103,475

Levels	Salary
Diet Tech... Level Collision Repair	$34,673
Collision... Level Collision Repair	$38,726
Dietitian... Level Collision Repair	$56,612
Dietitian... Level Collision Repair	$84,613
Dietitian... Level Collision Repair	$103,475

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How Do Collision Repair 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 Collision Repairs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $41,438.
California: $41,281.
Massachusetts: $40,731.

District of Columbia $41,438 California $41,281 Massachusetts $40,731 Washington $40,581 New Jersey $40,566 Alaska $40,514 Connecticut $39,997 New York $39,787

Hawaii $39,118 Rhode Island $38,803 Maryland $38,590 Minnesota $38,298 Colorado $38,186 Illinois $38,148 Oregon $38,006 Delaware $37,901

New Hampshire $37,835 Virginia $37,688 Pennsylvania $37,257 Nevada $37,040 North Dakota $36,969 Michigan $36,857 Wisconsin $36,816 Vermont $36,734

Texas $36,505 Maine $36,490 Arizona $36,468 Ohio $36,442 Georgia $36,097 Indiana $35,925 Wyoming $35,891 Utah $35,839

Iowa $35,817 Kansas $35,637 Louisiana $35,585 North Carolina $35,566 Missouri $35,558 Florida $35,412 Montana $35,334 Nebraska $35,259

Kentucky $35,218 South Carolina $35,068 Tennessee $34,975 Idaho $34,937 New Mexico $34,664 Oklahoma $34,604 Alabama $34,383 South Dakota $34,013

Arkansas $33,811 West Virginia $33,702 Mississippi $33,376

Top Paying Cities for Collision Repairs

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: $37,731
Little Creek: $38,007
Magnolia: $37,952

Lincoln, DE $37,731 Little Creek, DE $38,007 Magnolia, DE $37,952 Milford, DE $37,826 Marydel, DE $37,888 Millsboro, DE $37,572 Millville, DE $37,630 Milton, DE $37,695

Nassau, DE $37,723 Ocean View, DE $37,624 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,696 Seaford, DE $37,717 Selbyville, DE $37,561 Smyrna, DE $38,033 Viola, DE $37,858 Woodside, DE $37,960

Bear, DE $37,872 Newark, DE $37,858 Claymont, DE $37,935 Delaware City, DE $37,896 Hockessin, DE $37,854 Kirkwood, DE $37,888 Middletown, DE $37,903 Montchanin, DE $37,863

New Castle, DE $37,869 Odessa, DE $37,922 Port Penn, DE $37,947 Rockland, DE $37,867 Saint Georges, DE $37,891 Townsend, DE $37,949 Winterthur, DE $37,871 Lewes, DE $37,710

Wilmington, DE $37,856 Dover, DE $38,007 Dover Afb, DE $37,807 Bethany Beach, DE $37,584 Bethel, DE $37,623 Bridgeville, DE $37,712 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,900 Cheswold, DE $37,994

Clayton, DE $37,996 Dagsboro, DE $37,558 Delmar, DE $37,498 Ellendale, DE $37,612 Felton, DE $37,823 Fenwick Island, DE $37,566 Frankford, DE $37,501 Frederica, DE $37,861

Georgetown, DE $37,544 Greenwood, DE $37,718 Harbeson, DE $37,584 Harrington, DE $37,775 Hartly, DE $37,893 Houston, DE $37,722 Kenton, DE $37,997 Laurel, DE $37,521

Yorklyn, DE $37,866

Collision Repair Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Collision Repair roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Collision Repair positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Collision Repair as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Collision Repair

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$43,586	$21.0	15%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$39,796	$19.0	5%

Collision Repair Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Collision Repair'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

$33,944

Average $37,901/year

$42,152

$2,829

Average $3,158/month

$3,513

$653

Average $729/week

$811

$16

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,152	$3,513	$811	$20
Average	$37,901	$3,158	$729	$18
25th Percentile	$33,944	$2,829	$653	$16

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