What are the main factors that influence a Drywall Contractor'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 Drywall Contractor?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Drywall Contractor roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Drywall Contractor's salary?

A Drywall Contractor's salary grows with experience: a Drywall Contractor (0-1 years)earns $39,607, a Material Coordinator II (1-3 years)earns $46,092, a Material Coordinator III (3-5 years)earns $52,186, a Material Coordinator IV (5-7 years)earns $66,129, a Materials Management Supervisor (7+ years)earns $86,834,

What are the highest paying states for a Drywall Contractor?

Drywall Contractor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Drywall Contractor roles are District of Columbia $42,417, California $42,256, Massachusetts $41,693. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Drywall Contractor roles make?

Salaries for Drywall Contractor level roles vary by specialization: Drywall Estimator: $88,822; Drywall Foreman: $86,693; Drywall Technician: $61,424; Drywall Taper: $59,704; Drywall Painter: $57,076.

Drywall Contractor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Drywall Contractor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drywall Contractor in Delaware is $38,797 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,937
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,911 to $42,011
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,372

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Drywall Contractor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,011	$3,501	$808	$20
Average	$38,797	$3,233	$746	$19
25th Percentile	$34,911	$2,909	$671	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Drywall Contractor Salaries

A Drywall Contractor'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 Drywall Contractor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Drywall Contractor'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): $39,607
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,092
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,186
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,129
Expert (over 8 years): $86,834

Levels	Salary
Drywall C... Level Drywall Contractor	$39,607
Material ... Level Drywall Contractor	$46,092
Material ... Level Drywall Contractor	$52,186
Material ... Level Drywall Contractor	$66,129
Materials... Level Drywall Contractor	$86,834

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How Do Drywall Contractor 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 Drywall Contractors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,417.
California: $42,256.
Massachusetts: $41,693.

District of Columbia $42,417 California $42,256 Massachusetts $41,693 Washington $41,540 New Jersey $41,525 Alaska $41,471 Connecticut $40,942 New York $40,728

Hawaii $40,042 Rhode Island $39,720 Maryland $39,502 Minnesota $39,203 Colorado $39,088 Illinois $39,050 Oregon $38,904 Delaware $38,797

New Hampshire $38,730 Virginia $38,579 Pennsylvania $38,138 Nevada $37,916 North Dakota $37,843 Michigan $37,728 Wisconsin $37,686 Vermont $37,602

Texas $37,368 Maine $37,353 Arizona $37,330 Ohio $37,303 Georgia $36,950 Indiana $36,774 Wyoming $36,740 Utah $36,686

Iowa $36,663 Kansas $36,479 Louisiana $36,426 North Carolina $36,406 Missouri $36,399 Florida $36,249 Montana $36,169 Nebraska $36,092

Kentucky $36,050 South Carolina $35,897 Tennessee $35,801 Idaho $35,763 New Mexico $35,483 Oklahoma $35,422 Alabama $35,196 South Dakota $34,816

Arkansas $34,610 West Virginia $34,499 Mississippi $34,165

Top Paying Cities for Drywall Contractors

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: $38,622
Little Creek: $38,905
Magnolia: $38,849

Lincoln, DE $38,622 Little Creek, DE $38,905 Magnolia, DE $38,849 Milford, DE $38,720 Marydel, DE $38,784 Millsboro, DE $38,460 Millville, DE $38,520 Milton, DE $38,586

Nassau, DE $38,614 Ocean View, DE $38,513 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,587 Seaford, DE $38,609 Selbyville, DE $38,449 Smyrna, DE $38,932 Viola, DE $38,753 Woodside, DE $38,857

Bear, DE $38,767 Newark, DE $38,753 Claymont, DE $38,832 Delaware City, DE $38,791 Hockessin, DE $38,749 Kirkwood, DE $38,784 Middletown, DE $38,799 Montchanin, DE $38,758

New Castle, DE $38,764 Odessa, DE $38,818 Port Penn, DE $38,844 Rockland, DE $38,762 Saint Georges, DE $38,787 Townsend, DE $38,846 Winterthur, DE $38,766 Lewes, DE $38,601

Wilmington, DE $38,751 Dover, DE $38,905 Dover Afb, DE $38,700 Bethany Beach, DE $38,472 Bethel, DE $38,512 Bridgeville, DE $38,603 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,795 Cheswold, DE $38,892

Clayton, DE $38,893 Dagsboro, DE $38,446 Delmar, DE $38,384 Ellendale, DE $38,500 Felton, DE $38,717 Fenwick Island, DE $38,454 Frankford, DE $38,387 Frederica, DE $38,756

Georgetown, DE $38,431 Greenwood, DE $38,609 Harbeson, DE $38,472 Harrington, DE $38,668 Hartly, DE $38,789 Houston, DE $38,613 Kenton, DE $38,895 Laurel, DE $38,408

Yorklyn, DE $38,761

Drywall Contractor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Drywall Contractor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Drywall Contractor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Drywall Contractor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Drywall Contractor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$50,436	$24.0	30%
Financial Services	$46,556	$22.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$44,616	$21.0	15%
Internet	$44,616	$21.0	15%
Biotechnology	$42,677	$21.0	10%

Drywall Contractor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Drywall Contractor'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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$34,911

Average $38,797/year

$42,011

$2,909

Average $3,233/month

$3,501

$671

Average $746/week

$808

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,011	$3,501	$808	$20
Average	$38,797	$3,233	$746	$19
25th Percentile	$34,911	$2,909	$671	$17

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