What are the main factors that influence a Deck Hand'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 Deck Hand?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Deck Hand roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Deck Hand's salary?

A Deck Hand's salary grows with experience: starting around $59,577 for beginners, reaching about $61,625 at mid-level, and approach $63,666 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Deck Hand?

Deck Hand salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Deck Hand roles are District of Columbia $65,731, California $65,481, Massachusetts $64,609. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Deck Hand roles make?

Salaries for Deck Hand level roles vary by specialization: Deck Officer: $100,283; Deck Foreman: $92,793; Deck Builder: $71,704; Marine Deck Officer: $71,077; Deck Cadet: $67,018.

Deck Hand Salary in Delaware

How much does a Deck Hand make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Deck Hand in Delaware is $60,121 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,712
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,531 to $64,618
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,441

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Deck Hand Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,618	$5,385	$1,243	$31
Average	$60,121	$5,010	$1,156	$29
25th Percentile	$54,531	$4,544	$1,049	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Deck Hand Salaries

A Deck Hand'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 Hand Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Deck Hand'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): $59,577
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,732
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,625
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,530
Expert (over 8 years): $63,666

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Deck Hand	$59,577
Intermediate Level Deck Hand	$59,732
Senior Level Deck Hand	$61,625
Specialist Level Deck Hand	$63,530
Expert Level Deck Hand	$63,666

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

District of Columbia: $65,731.
California: $65,481.
Massachusetts: $64,609.

District of Columbia $65,731 California $65,481 Massachusetts $64,609 Washington $64,371 New Jersey $64,347 Alaska $64,264 Connecticut $63,445 New York $63,113

Hawaii $62,050 Rhode Island $61,551 Maryland $61,213 Minnesota $60,750 Colorado $60,572 Illinois $60,512 Oregon $60,287 Delaware $60,121

New Hampshire $60,016 Virginia $59,782 Pennsylvania $59,099 Nevada $58,755 North Dakota $58,642 Michigan $58,464 Wisconsin $58,399 Vermont $58,268

Texas $57,906 Maine $57,882 Arizona $57,847 Ohio $57,805 Georgia $57,259 Indiana $56,986 Wyoming $56,933 Utah $56,849

Iowa $56,814 Kansas $56,529 Louisiana $56,446 North Carolina $56,416 Missouri $56,404 Florida $56,173 Montana $56,048 Nebraska $55,929

Kentucky $55,864 South Carolina $55,627 Tennessee $55,478 Idaho $55,419 New Mexico $54,985 Oklahoma $54,890 Alabama $54,540 South Dakota $53,952

Arkansas $53,632 West Virginia $53,460 Mississippi $52,943

Top Paying Cities for Deck Hands

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: $59,850
Little Creek: $60,288
Magnolia: $60,201

Lincoln, DE $59,850 Little Creek, DE $60,288 Magnolia, DE $60,201 Milford, DE $60,002 Marydel, DE $60,100 Millsboro, DE $59,599 Millville, DE $59,691 Milton, DE $59,794

Nassau, DE $59,837 Ocean View, DE $59,681 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,795 Seaford, DE $59,829 Selbyville, DE $59,582 Smyrna, DE $60,330 Viola, DE $60,052 Woodside, DE $60,213

Bear, DE $60,074 Newark, DE $60,052 Claymont, DE $60,175 Delaware City, DE $60,112 Hockessin, DE $60,046 Kirkwood, DE $60,100 Middletown, DE $60,124 Montchanin, DE $60,060

New Castle, DE $60,069 Odessa, DE $60,153 Port Penn, DE $60,194 Rockland, DE $60,066 Saint Georges, DE $60,105 Townsend, DE $60,197 Winterthur, DE $60,073 Lewes, DE $59,817

Wilmington, DE $60,049 Dover, DE $60,288 Dover Afb, DE $59,970 Bethany Beach, DE $59,618 Bethel, DE $59,679 Bridgeville, DE $59,820 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,118 Cheswold, DE $60,268

Clayton, DE $60,270 Dagsboro, DE $59,576 Delmar, DE $59,481 Ellendale, DE $59,661 Felton, DE $59,997 Fenwick Island, DE $59,589 Frankford, DE $59,485 Frederica, DE $60,056

Georgetown, DE $59,554 Greenwood, DE $59,830 Harbeson, DE $59,617 Harrington, DE $59,921 Hartly, DE $60,107 Houston, DE $59,836 Kenton, DE $60,273 Laurel, DE $59,518

Yorklyn, DE $60,064

Deck Hand Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Deck Hand roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Deck Hand positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Deck Hand as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Deck Hand

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$78,157	$38.0	30%

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

Understanding how a Deck Hand'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

$54,531

Average $60,121/year

$64,618

$4,544

Average $5,010/month

$5,385

$1,049

Average $1,156/week

$1,243

$26

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,618	$5,385	$1,243	$31
Average	$60,121	$5,010	$1,156	$29
25th Percentile	$54,531	$4,544	$1,049	$26

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