What are the main factors that influence a Die Setter'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 Die Setter?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Die Setter roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Die Setter's salary?

A Die Setter's salary grows with experience: a Tool and Die Maker I (0-1 years)earns $50,188, a Tool and Die Maker II (1-3 years)earns $64,949, a Die Setter (3-5 years)earns $72,810, a Tool and Die Maker IV (5-7 years)earns $81,308, a Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor I (7+ years)earns $85,798,

What are the highest paying states for a Die Setter?

Die Setter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Die Setter roles are District of Columbia $77,708, California $77,413, Massachusetts $76,381. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Die Setter roles make?

Salaries for Die Setter level roles vary by specialization: Hard Tile Setter: $60,819; Diamond Setter: $53,408; Form Setter: $51,544; Tool Setter: $50,505; Mold Setter: $46,241.

Die Setter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Die Setter make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Die Setter in Delaware is $71,075 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,310
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,746 to $76,433
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,162

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Die Setter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,433	$6,369	$1,470	$37
Average	$71,075	$5,923	$1,367	$34
25th Percentile	$62,746	$5,229	$1,207	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Die Setter Salaries

A Die Setter'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 Die Setter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Die Setter'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): $50,188
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,949
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,810
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,308
Expert (over 8 years): $85,798

Levels	Salary
Tool and ... Level Die Setter	$50,188
Tool and ... Level Die Setter	$64,949
Die Sette... Level Die Setter	$72,810
Tool and ... Level Die Setter	$81,308
Tool, Die... Level Die Setter	$85,798

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How Do Die Setter 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 Die Setters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $77,708.
California: $77,413.
Massachusetts: $76,381.

District of Columbia $77,708 California $77,413 Massachusetts $76,381 Washington $76,100 New Jersey $76,072 Alaska $75,974 Connecticut $75,005 New York $74,612

Hawaii $73,356 Rhode Island $72,767 Maryland $72,367 Minnesota $71,819 Colorado $71,609 Illinois $71,538 Oregon $71,272 Delaware $71,075

New Hampshire $70,952 Virginia $70,675 Pennsylvania $69,868 Nevada $69,461 North Dakota $69,328 Michigan $69,117 Wisconsin $69,040 Vermont $68,885

Texas $68,457 Maine $68,429 Arizona $68,387 Ohio $68,338 Georgia $67,692 Indiana $67,369 Wyoming $67,306 Utah $67,208

Iowa $67,166 Kansas $66,829 Louisiana $66,731 North Carolina $66,696 Missouri $66,682 Florida $66,408 Montana $66,261 Nebraska $66,120

Kentucky $66,043 South Carolina $65,762 Tennessee $65,587 Idaho $65,517 New Mexico $65,004 Oklahoma $64,892 Alabama $64,478 South Dakota $63,783

Arkansas $63,404 West Virginia $63,201 Mississippi $62,590

Top Paying Cities for Die Setters

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: $70,755
Little Creek: $71,273
Magnolia: $71,171

Lincoln, DE $70,755 Little Creek, DE $71,273 Magnolia, DE $71,171 Milford, DE $70,935 Marydel, DE $71,051 Millsboro, DE $70,458 Millville, DE $70,567 Milton, DE $70,689

Nassau, DE $70,740 Ocean View, DE $70,555 Rehoboth Beach, DE $70,691 Seaford, DE $70,731 Selbyville, DE $70,438 Smyrna, DE $71,322 Viola, DE $70,994 Woodside, DE $71,185

Bear, DE $71,020 Newark, DE $70,994 Claymont, DE $71,139 Delaware City, DE $71,065 Hockessin, DE $70,987 Kirkwood, DE $71,051 Middletown, DE $71,079 Montchanin, DE $71,004

New Castle, DE $71,014 Odessa, DE $71,114 Port Penn, DE $71,161 Rockland, DE $71,011 Saint Georges, DE $71,056 Townsend, DE $71,166 Winterthur, DE $71,019 Lewes, DE $70,716

Wilmington, DE $70,991 Dover, DE $71,273 Dover Afb, DE $70,898 Bethany Beach, DE $70,481 Bethel, DE $70,554 Bridgeville, DE $70,720 Camden Wyoming, DE $71,072 Cheswold, DE $71,250

Clayton, DE $71,252 Dagsboro, DE $70,432 Delmar, DE $70,319 Ellendale, DE $70,532 Felton, DE $70,929 Fenwick Island, DE $70,447 Frankford, DE $70,324 Frederica, DE $70,999

Georgetown, DE $70,405 Greenwood, DE $70,731 Harbeson, DE $70,480 Harrington, DE $70,839 Hartly, DE $71,060 Houston, DE $70,738 Kenton, DE $71,256 Laurel, DE $70,363

Yorklyn, DE $71,008

Die Setter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Die Setter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Die Setter positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Die Setter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Die Setter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$92,398	$44.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$85,290	$41.0	20%
Financial Services	$81,736	$39.0	15%
Biotechnology	$78,183	$38.0	10%
Aerospace & Defense	$74,629	$36.0	5%

Die Setter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Die Setter'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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$62,746

Average $71,075/year

$76,433

$5,229

Average $5,923/month

$6,369

$1,207

Average $1,367/week

$1,470

$30

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,433	$6,369	$1,470	$37
Average	$71,075	$5,923	$1,367	$34
25th Percentile	$62,746	$5,229	$1,207	$30

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