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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Deck Cadet?

Deck Cadet salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Deck Cadet roles are District of Columbia $74,203, California $73,921, Massachusetts $72,936. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Deck Cadet roles make?

Salaries for Deck Cadet level roles vary by specialization: Deck Officer: $100,283; Cadet Engineer: $94,965; Deck Foreman: $92,793; Deck Builder: $71,704; Engine Cadet: $68,245.

Deck Cadet Salary in Delaware

How much does a Deck Cadet make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Deck Cadet in Delaware is $67,870 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,599
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,365 to $80,290
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,085

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Deck Cadet Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,290	$6,691	$1,544	$39
Average	$67,870	$5,656	$1,305	$33
25th Percentile	$65,365	$5,447	$1,257	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Deck Cadet Salaries

A Deck Cadet's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $74,203.
California: $73,921.
Massachusetts: $72,936.

District of Columbia $74,203 California $73,921 Massachusetts $72,936 Washington $72,668 New Jersey $72,641 Alaska $72,547 Connecticut $71,623 New York $71,247

Hawaii $70,048 Rhode Island $69,485 Maryland $69,103 Minnesota $68,580 Colorado $68,379 Illinois $68,312 Oregon $68,057 Delaware $67,870

New Hampshire $67,752 Virginia $67,488 Pennsylvania $66,717 Nevada $66,328 North Dakota $66,201 Michigan $66,000 Wisconsin $65,926 Vermont $65,779

Texas $65,370 Maine $65,343 Arizona $65,303 Ohio $65,256 Georgia $64,639 Indiana $64,331 Wyoming $64,271 Utah $64,177

Iowa $64,137 Kansas $63,815 Louisiana $63,721 North Carolina $63,688 Missouri $63,674 Florida $63,413 Montana $63,272 Nebraska $63,138

Kentucky $63,064 South Carolina $62,796 Tennessee $62,629 Idaho $62,562 New Mexico $62,072 Oklahoma $61,965 Alabama $61,570 South Dakota $60,906

Arkansas $60,544 West Virginia $60,350 Mississippi $59,767

Top Paying Cities for Deck Cadets

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: $67,564
Little Creek: $68,059
Magnolia: $67,961

Lincoln, DE $67,564 Little Creek, DE $68,059 Magnolia, DE $67,961 Milford, DE $67,735 Marydel, DE $67,847 Millsboro, DE $67,280 Millville, DE $67,384 Milton, DE $67,501

Nassau, DE $67,550 Ocean View, DE $67,373 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,502 Seaford, DE $67,540 Selbyville, DE $67,261 Smyrna, DE $68,105 Viola, DE $67,792 Woodside, DE $67,974

Bear, DE $67,817 Newark, DE $67,792 Claymont, DE $67,931 Delaware City, DE $67,859 Hockessin, DE $67,786 Kirkwood, DE $67,847 Middletown, DE $67,873 Montchanin, DE $67,801

New Castle, DE $67,811 Odessa, DE $67,906 Port Penn, DE $67,952 Rockland, DE $67,808 Saint Georges, DE $67,851 Townsend, DE $67,956 Winterthur, DE $67,816 Lewes, DE $67,527

Wilmington, DE $67,789 Dover, DE $68,059 Dover Afb, DE $67,700 Bethany Beach, DE $67,302 Bethel, DE $67,372 Bridgeville, DE $67,530 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,867 Cheswold, DE $68,036

Clayton, DE $68,038 Dagsboro, DE $67,255 Delmar, DE $67,147 Ellendale, DE $67,351 Felton, DE $67,730 Fenwick Island, DE $67,270 Frankford, DE $67,152 Frederica, DE $67,797

Georgetown, DE $67,230 Greenwood, DE $67,541 Harbeson, DE $67,301 Harrington, DE $67,644 Hartly, DE $67,855 Houston, DE $67,548 Kenton, DE $68,042 Laurel, DE $67,189

Yorklyn, DE $67,806

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

Understanding how a Deck Cadet'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

$65,365

Average $67,870/year

$80,290

$5,447

Average $5,656/month

$6,691

$1,257

Average $1,305/week

$1,544

$31

Average $33/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,290	$6,691	$1,544	$39
Average	$67,870	$5,656	$1,305	$33
25th Percentile	$65,365	$5,447	$1,257	$31

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