What are the main factors that influence a Deck Builder's salary?

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

How does experience change A Deck Builder's salary?

A Deck Builder's salary grows with experience: starting around $72,023 for beginners, reaching about $72,869 at mid-level, and approach $76,350 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Deck Builder?

Deck Builder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Deck Builder roles are District of Columbia $79,391, California $79,090, Massachusetts $78,036. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Deck Builder roles make?

Salaries for Deck Builder level roles vary by specialization: Deck Officer: $100,283; Deck Foreman: $92,793; Marine Deck Officer: $71,077; Deck Cadet: $67,018; Deck Hand: $59,367.

Deck Builder Salary in Delaware

How much does a Deck Builder make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Deck Builder in Delaware is $72,615 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,532
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,523 to $79,376
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,976

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Deck Builder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,376	$6,615	$1,526	$38
Average	$72,615	$6,051	$1,396	$35
25th Percentile	$66,523	$5,544	$1,279	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Deck Builder Salaries

A Deck Builder'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 Deck Builder Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Deck Builder'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): $72,023
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,192
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,869
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $73,884
Expert (over 8 years): $76,350

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Deck Builder	$72,023
Intermediate Level Deck Builder	$72,192
Senior Level Deck Builder	$72,869
Specialist Level Deck Builder	$73,884
Expert Level Deck Builder	$76,350

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How Do Deck Builder 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 Deck Builders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,391.
California: $79,090.
Massachusetts: $78,036.

District of Columbia $79,391 California $79,090 Massachusetts $78,036 Washington $77,749 New Jersey $77,720 Alaska $77,620 Connecticut $76,630 New York $76,229

Hawaii $74,945 Rhode Island $74,343 Maryland $73,934 Minnesota $73,375 Colorado $73,160 Illinois $73,088 Oregon $72,816 Delaware $72,615

New Hampshire $72,489 Virginia $72,206 Pennsylvania $71,382 Nevada $70,966 North Dakota $70,830 Michigan $70,614 Wisconsin $70,536 Vermont $70,378

Texas $69,940 Maine $69,912 Arizona $69,869 Ohio $69,819 Georgia $69,159 Indiana $68,829 Wyoming $68,765 Utah $68,664

Iowa $68,621 Kansas $68,277 Louisiana $68,177 North Carolina $68,141 Missouri $68,126 Florida $67,847 Montana $67,696 Nebraska $67,553

Kentucky $67,474 South Carolina $67,187 Tennessee $67,008 Idaho $66,936 New Mexico $66,413 Oklahoma $66,298 Alabama $65,875 South Dakota $65,165

Arkansas $64,778 West Virginia $64,570 Mississippi $63,946

Top Paying Cities for Deck Builders

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: $72,288
Little Creek: $72,817
Magnolia: $72,713

Lincoln, DE $72,288 Little Creek, DE $72,817 Magnolia, DE $72,713 Milford, DE $72,472 Marydel, DE $72,591 Millsboro, DE $71,985 Millville, DE $72,096 Milton, DE $72,221

Nassau, DE $72,273 Ocean View, DE $72,084 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,222 Seaford, DE $72,263 Selbyville, DE $71,964 Smyrna, DE $72,867 Viola, DE $72,532 Woodside, DE $72,727

Bear, DE $72,559 Newark, DE $72,532 Claymont, DE $72,680 Delaware City, DE $72,604 Hockessin, DE $72,525 Kirkwood, DE $72,591 Middletown, DE $72,619 Montchanin, DE $72,542

New Castle, DE $72,553 Odessa, DE $72,654 Port Penn, DE $72,703 Rockland, DE $72,549 Saint Georges, DE $72,596 Townsend, DE $72,708 Winterthur, DE $72,558 Lewes, DE $72,249

Wilmington, DE $72,529 Dover, DE $72,817 Dover Afb, DE $72,434 Bethany Beach, DE $72,008 Bethel, DE $72,082 Bridgeville, DE $72,252 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,612 Cheswold, DE $72,794

Clayton, DE $72,796 Dagsboro, DE $71,958 Delmar, DE $71,842 Ellendale, DE $72,060 Felton, DE $72,466 Fenwick Island, DE $71,973 Frankford, DE $71,848 Frederica, DE $72,538

Georgetown, DE $71,930 Greenwood, DE $72,264 Harbeson, DE $72,007 Harrington, DE $72,374 Hartly, DE $72,599 Houston, DE $72,271 Kenton, DE $72,799 Laurel, DE $71,887

Yorklyn, DE $72,547

Deck Builder Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Deck Builder 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 Aerospace & Defense and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Deck Builder positions in MFG Nondurable or Construction typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Deck Builder as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Deck Builder

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$87,138	$42.0	20%
MFG Durable	$79,877	$38.0	10%

Deck Builder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Deck Builder'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 July 01, 2026

$66,523

Average $72,615/year

$79,376

$5,544

Average $6,051/month

$6,615

$1,279

Average $1,396/week

$1,526

$32

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,376	$6,615	$1,526	$38
Average	$72,615	$6,051	$1,396	$35
25th Percentile	$66,523	$5,544	$1,279	$32

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