What are the main factors that influence a Day Labor'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 Day Labor?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Day Labor roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Day Labor's salary?

A Day Labor's salary grows with experience: starting around $45,239 for beginners, reaching about $47,655 at mid-level, and approach $48,330 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Day Labor?

Day Labor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Day Labor roles are District of Columbia $49,307, California $49,120, Massachusetts $48,466. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Day Labor roles make?

Salaries for Day Labor level roles vary by specialization: Labor Relations Manager: $135,293; Labor Safety Manager: $100,100; Day Supervisor: $94,895; Labor Safety Supervisor: $90,990; Professional Day Trader: $86,541.

Day Labor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Day Labor make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Day Labor in Delaware is $45,099 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,337
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,750 to $49,935
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,701

10% $38,701

50% (Median) $45,099

90% $54,337

Day Labor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,935	$4,161	$960	$24
Average	$45,099	$3,758	$867	$22
25th Percentile	$41,750	$3,479	$803	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Day Labor Salaries

A Day Labor'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 Day Labor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Day Labor'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): $45,239
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,797
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,655
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,908
Expert (over 8 years): $48,330

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Day Labor	$45,239
Intermediate Level Day Labor	$45,797
Senior Level Day Labor	$47,655
Specialist Level Day Labor	$47,908
Expert Level Day Labor	$48,330

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How Do Day Labor 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 Day Labors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,307.
California: $49,120.
Massachusetts: $48,466.

District of Columbia $49,307 California $49,120 Massachusetts $48,466 Washington $48,288 New Jersey $48,270 Alaska $48,208 Connecticut $47,593 New York $47,344

Hawaii $46,546 Rhode Island $46,172 Maryland $45,918 Minnesota $45,571 Colorado $45,438 Illinois $45,393 Oregon $45,224 Delaware $45,099

New Hampshire $45,021 Virginia $44,845 Pennsylvania $44,333 Nevada $44,075 North Dakota $43,990 Michigan $43,857 Wisconsin $43,808 Vermont $43,710

Texas $43,438 Maine $43,420 Arizona $43,393 Ohio $43,362 Georgia $42,953 Indiana $42,748 Wyoming $42,708 Utah $42,645

Iowa $42,619 Kansas $42,405 Louisiana $42,342 North Carolina $42,320 Missouri $42,311 Florida $42,138 Montana $42,044 Nebraska $41,955

Kentucky $41,906 South Carolina $41,728 Tennessee $41,617 Idaho $41,572 New Mexico $41,247 Oklahoma $41,176 Alabama $40,913 South Dakota $40,472

Arkansas $40,232 West Virginia $40,102 Mississippi $39,715

Top Paying Cities for Day Labors

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: $44,896
Little Creek: $45,225
Magnolia: $45,160

Lincoln, DE $44,896 Little Creek, DE $45,225 Magnolia, DE $45,160 Milford, DE $45,010 Marydel, DE $45,084 Millsboro, DE $44,708 Millville, DE $44,777 Milton, DE $44,854

Nassau, DE $44,887 Ocean View, DE $44,769 Rehoboth Beach, DE $44,855 Seaford, DE $44,880 Selbyville, DE $44,695 Smyrna, DE $45,256 Viola, DE $45,047 Woodside, DE $45,169

Bear, DE $45,064 Newark, DE $45,047 Claymont, DE $45,140 Delaware City, DE $45,092 Hockessin, DE $45,043 Kirkwood, DE $45,084 Middletown, DE $45,101 Montchanin, DE $45,054

New Castle, DE $45,060 Odessa, DE $45,124 Port Penn, DE $45,154 Rockland, DE $45,058 Saint Georges, DE $45,087 Townsend, DE $45,157 Winterthur, DE $45,063 Lewes, DE $44,872

Wilmington, DE $45,046 Dover, DE $45,225 Dover Afb, DE $44,986 Bethany Beach, DE $44,722 Bethel, DE $44,768 Bridgeville, DE $44,874 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,097 Cheswold, DE $45,210

Clayton, DE $45,211 Dagsboro, DE $44,691 Delmar, DE $44,619 Ellendale, DE $44,754 Felton, DE $45,006 Fenwick Island, DE $44,701 Frankford, DE $44,623 Frederica, DE $45,051

Georgetown, DE $44,674 Greenwood, DE $44,881 Harbeson, DE $44,721 Harrington, DE $44,949 Hartly, DE $45,089 Houston, DE $44,885 Kenton, DE $45,214 Laurel, DE $44,647

Yorklyn, DE $45,057

Day Labor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Day Labor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Day Labor positions in Healthcare or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Day Labor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Day Labor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$63,139	$30.0	40%
Aerospace & Defense	$60,884	$29.0	35%
Biotechnology	$58,629	$28.0	30%
Financial Services	$56,374	$27.0	25%
Insurance	$54,119	$26.0	20%

Day Labor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Day Labor'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.

$41,750

Average $45,099/year

$49,935

$3,479

Average $3,758/month

$4,161

$803

Average $867/week

$960

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,935	$4,161	$960	$24
Average	$45,099	$3,758	$867	$22
25th Percentile	$41,750	$3,479	$803	$20

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Day Labor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Day Labor make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Day Labor Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Day Labor Salaries?

How Do Day Labor Salaries Vary from State to State?

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Day Labor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Day Labor

Day Labor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

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Day Labor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Day Labor make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Day Labor Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Day Labor Salaries?

How Do Day Labor Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Day Labors

Day Labor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Day Labor

Day Labor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

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