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

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

How does experience change A Divemaster's salary?

A Divemaster's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Support Technician I (0-1 years)earns $45,202, a Divemaster (1-3 years)earns $52,252, a Laboratory Support Technician III (3-5 years)earns $71,783, a Laboratory Support Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $84,732, a Laboratory Supervisor (7+ years)earns $84,227,

What are the highest paying states for a Divemaster?

Divemaster salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Divemaster roles are District of Columbia $56,214, California $56,001, Massachusetts $55,254. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Divemaster Salary in Delaware

How much does a Divemaster make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Divemaster in Delaware is $51,416 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,262
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,401 to $55,523
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,746

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Divemaster Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,523	$4,627	$1,068	$27
Average	$51,416	$4,285	$989	$25
25th Percentile	$47,401	$3,950	$912	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Divemaster Salaries

A Divemaster'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 Divemaster Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Divemaster'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): $45,202
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,252
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $71,783
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,732
Expert (over 8 years): $84,227

Levels	Salary
Laborator... Level Divemaster	$45,202
Divemaste... Level Divemaster	$52,252
Laborator... Level Divemaster	$71,783
Laborator... Level Divemaster	$84,732
Laborator... Level Divemaster	$84,227

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How Do Divemaster 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 Divemasters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,214.
California: $56,001.
Massachusetts: $55,254.

District of Columbia $56,214 California $56,001 Massachusetts $55,254 Washington $55,051 New Jersey $55,031 Alaska $54,960 Connecticut $54,259 New York $53,975

Hawaii $53,066 Rhode Island $52,640 Maryland $52,350 Minnesota $51,954 Colorado $51,802 Illinois $51,751 Oregon $51,558 Delaware $51,416

New Hampshire $51,327 Virginia $51,127 Pennsylvania $50,543 Nevada $50,248 North Dakota $50,152 Michigan $49,999 Wisconsin $49,944 Vermont $49,832

Texas $49,522 Maine $49,502 Arizona $49,471 Ohio $49,436 Georgia $48,969 Indiana $48,735 Wyoming $48,690 Utah $48,619

Iowa $48,588 Kansas $48,344 Louisiana $48,273 North Carolina $48,248 Missouri $48,238 Florida $48,040 Montana $47,933 Nebraska $47,832

Kentucky $47,776 South Carolina $47,573 Tennessee $47,446 Idaho $47,395 New Mexico $47,024 Oklahoma $46,943 Alabama $46,644 South Dakota $46,141

Arkansas $45,867 West Virginia $45,719 Mississippi $45,278

Top Paying Cities for Divemasters

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: $53,213
Little Creek: $52,721
Magnolia: $52,939

Lincoln, DE $53,213 Little Creek, DE $52,721 Magnolia, DE $52,939 Milford, DE $53,213 Marydel, DE $52,523 Millsboro, DE $53,213 Millville, DE $53,569 Milton, DE $53,213

Nassau, DE $53,213 Ocean View, DE $53,569 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,569 Seaford, DE $52,655 Selbyville, DE $53,569 Smyrna, DE $52,462 Viola, DE $52,939 Woodside, DE $52,787

Bear, DE $52,076 Newark, DE $52,096 Claymont, DE $52,137 Delaware City, DE $52,096 Hockessin, DE $52,137 Kirkwood, DE $52,096 Middletown, DE $52,355 Montchanin, DE $52,137

New Castle, DE $52,137 Odessa, DE $52,426 Port Penn, DE $51,954 Rockland, DE $52,137 Saint Georges, DE $52,096 Townsend, DE $52,350 Winterthur, DE $52,137 Lewes, DE $53,213

Wilmington, DE $52,137 Dover, DE $52,695 Dover Afb, DE $52,817 Bethany Beach, DE $53,569 Bethel, DE $52,655 Bridgeville, DE $53,213 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,751 Cheswold, DE $52,574

Clayton, DE $52,442 Dagsboro, DE $53,569 Delmar, DE $52,655 Ellendale, DE $53,213 Felton, DE $53,213 Fenwick Island, DE $53,569 Frankford, DE $53,569 Frederica, DE $53,213

Georgetown, DE $53,213 Greenwood, DE $53,213 Harbeson, DE $53,213 Harrington, DE $53,213 Hartly, DE $52,416 Houston, DE $53,213 Kenton, DE $52,442 Laurel, DE $52,655

Yorklyn, DE $52,137

Divemaster Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Divemaster'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 April 01, 2026

$47,401

Average $51,416/year

$55,523

$3,950

Average $4,285/month

$4,627

$912

Average $989/week

$1,068

$23

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,523	$4,627	$1,068	$27
Average	$51,416	$4,285	$989	$25
25th Percentile	$47,401	$3,950	$912	$23

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