What are the main factors that influence a Cutter'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 Cutter?

The Media industry offers the highest average compensation for Cutter roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cutter's salary?

A Cutter's salary grows with experience: starting around $41,074 for beginners, reaching about $43,175 at mid-level, and approach $43,423 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Cutter?

Cutter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cutter roles are District of Columbia $44,740, California $44,570, Massachusetts $43,976. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cutter roles make?

Salaries for Cutter level roles vary by specialization: Diamond Cutter: $46,634; Concrete Cutter: $45,288; Tree Cutter: $42,093; Cutter/Trimmer, Hand: $42,041; Cutter Operator: $37,545.

Cutter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cutter make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cutter in Delaware is $40,921 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,029
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,246 to $44,118
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,899

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Cutter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,118	$3,677	$848	$21
Average	$40,921	$3,410	$787	$20
25th Percentile	$37,246	$3,104	$716	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Cutter Salaries

A Cutter'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 Cutter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cutter'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): $41,074
Early Career (1-2 years): $41,786
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $43,175
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $43,324
Expert (over 8 years): $43,423

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Cutter	$41,074
Intermediate Level Cutter	$41,786
Senior Level Cutter	$43,175
Specialist Level Cutter	$43,324
Expert Level Cutter	$43,423

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

District of Columbia: $44,740.
California: $44,570.
Massachusetts: $43,976.

District of Columbia $44,740 California $44,570 Massachusetts $43,976 Washington $43,814 New Jersey $43,798 Alaska $43,742 Connecticut $43,184 New York $42,958

Hawaii $42,234 Rhode Island $41,895 Maryland $41,665 Minnesota $41,349 Colorado $41,228 Illinois $41,188 Oregon $41,034 Delaware $40,921

New Hampshire $40,850 Virginia $40,691 Pennsylvania $40,226 Nevada $39,992 North Dakota $39,915 Michigan $39,794 Wisconsin $39,749 Vermont $39,660

Texas $39,414 Maine $39,398 Arizona $39,373 Ohio $39,345 Georgia $38,973 Indiana $38,788 Wyoming $38,751 Utah $38,695

Iowa $38,670 Kansas $38,476 Louisiana $38,420 North Carolina $38,400 Missouri $38,392 Florida $38,234 Montana $38,149 Nebraska $38,068

Kentucky $38,024 South Carolina $37,862 Tennessee $37,761 Idaho $37,721 New Mexico $37,426 Oklahoma $37,361 Alabama $37,123 South Dakota $36,723

Arkansas $36,504 West Virginia $36,387 Mississippi $36,036

Top Paying Cities for Cutters

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: $40,737
Little Creek: $41,035
Magnolia: $40,976

Lincoln, DE $40,737 Little Creek, DE $41,035 Magnolia, DE $40,976 Milford, DE $40,840 Marydel, DE $40,907 Millsboro, DE $40,566 Millville, DE $40,629 Milton, DE $40,699

Nassau, DE $40,728 Ocean View, DE $40,622 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,700 Seaford, DE $40,723 Selbyville, DE $40,554 Smyrna, DE $41,063 Viola, DE $40,874 Woodside, DE $40,984

Bear, DE $40,890 Newark, DE $40,874 Claymont, DE $40,958 Delaware City, DE $40,915 Hockessin, DE $40,871 Kirkwood, DE $40,907 Middletown, DE $40,923 Montchanin, DE $40,880

New Castle, DE $40,886 Odessa, DE $40,943 Port Penn, DE $40,971 Rockland, DE $40,884 Saint Georges, DE $40,910 Townsend, DE $40,973 Winterthur, DE $40,889 Lewes, DE $40,715

Wilmington, DE $40,873 Dover, DE $41,035 Dover Afb, DE $40,819 Bethany Beach, DE $40,579 Bethel, DE $40,621 Bridgeville, DE $40,717 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,919 Cheswold, DE $41,022

Clayton, DE $41,023 Dagsboro, DE $40,551 Delmar, DE $40,485 Ellendale, DE $40,608 Felton, DE $40,837 Fenwick Island, DE $40,559 Frankford, DE $40,489 Frederica, DE $40,877

Georgetown, DE $40,535 Greenwood, DE $40,723 Harbeson, DE $40,578 Harrington, DE $40,785 Hartly, DE $40,912 Houston, DE $40,727 Kenton, DE $41,025 Laurel, DE $40,511

Yorklyn, DE $40,883

Cutter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cutter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Media and MFG Nondurable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Cutter positions in MFG Durable or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cutter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cutter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Media	$49,105	$24.0	20%
MFG Nondurable	$45,013	$22.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Cutter'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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$37,246

Average $40,921/year

$44,118

$3,104

Average $3,410/month

$3,677

$716

Average $787/week

$848

$18

Average $20/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,118	$3,677	$848	$21
Average	$40,921	$3,410	$787	$20
25th Percentile	$37,246	$3,104	$716	$18

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Cutter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cutter make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Cutter Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Cutter Salaries?

How Do Cutter Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Cutters

Cutter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Cutter

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

Salaries of jobs related to Cutter

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