What are the main factors that influence a Drywaller'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 Drywaller?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Drywaller roles, with salaries approximately 28% above the market median.

How does experience change A Drywaller's salary?

A Drywaller's salary grows with experience: starting around $59,740 for beginners, reaching about $61,824 at mid-level, and approach $65,297 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Drywaller?

Drywaller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Drywaller roles are District of Columbia $66,039, California $65,789, Massachusetts $64,912. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Drywaller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Drywaller make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drywaller in Delaware is $60,403 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,406
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,581 to $66,686
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,370

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Drywaller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,686	$5,557	$1,282	$32
Average	$60,403	$5,034	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$53,581	$4,465	$1,030	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Drywaller Salaries

A Drywaller'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 Drywaller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Drywaller'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): $59,740
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,929
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,824
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $64,305
Expert (over 8 years): $65,297

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Drywaller	$59,740
Intermediate Level Drywaller	$59,929
Senior Level Drywaller	$61,824
Specialist Level Drywaller	$64,305
Expert Level Drywaller	$65,297

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

District of Columbia: $66,039.
California: $65,789.
Massachusetts: $64,912.

District of Columbia $66,039 California $65,789 Massachusetts $64,912 Washington $64,674 New Jersey $64,650 Alaska $64,566 Connecticut $63,743 New York $63,409

Hawaii $62,341 Rhode Island $61,840 Maryland $61,500 Minnesota $61,035 Colorado $60,856 Illinois $60,797 Oregon $60,570 Delaware $60,403

New Hampshire $60,298 Virginia $60,063 Pennsylvania $59,377 Nevada $59,031 North Dakota $58,918 Michigan $58,739 Wisconsin $58,673 Vermont $58,542

Texas $58,178 Maine $58,154 Arizona $58,118 Ohio $58,077 Georgia $57,528 Indiana $57,254 Wyoming $57,200 Utah $57,116

Iowa $57,081 Kansas $56,794 Louisiana $56,711 North Carolina $56,681 Missouri $56,669 Florida $56,436 Montana $56,311 Nebraska $56,192

Kentucky $56,126 South Carolina $55,888 Tennessee $55,739 Idaho $55,679 New Mexico $55,244 Oklahoma $55,148 Alabama $54,796 South Dakota $54,206

Arkansas $53,884 West Virginia $53,711 Mississippi $53,192

Top Paying Cities for Drywallers

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: $60,131
Little Creek: $60,571
Magnolia: $60,484

Lincoln, DE $60,131 Little Creek, DE $60,571 Magnolia, DE $60,484 Milford, DE $60,284 Marydel, DE $60,383 Millsboro, DE $59,879 Millville, DE $59,971 Milton, DE $60,075

Nassau, DE $60,118 Ocean View, DE $59,961 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,076 Seaford, DE $60,110 Selbyville, DE $59,861 Smyrna, DE $60,613 Viola, DE $60,334 Woodside, DE $60,496

Bear, DE $60,356 Newark, DE $60,334 Claymont, DE $60,457 Delaware City, DE $60,394 Hockessin, DE $60,328 Kirkwood, DE $60,383 Middletown, DE $60,406 Montchanin, DE $60,342

New Castle, DE $60,351 Odessa, DE $60,436 Port Penn, DE $60,476 Rockland, DE $60,348 Saint Georges, DE $60,387 Townsend, DE $60,480 Winterthur, DE $60,355 Lewes, DE $60,098

Wilmington, DE $60,331 Dover, DE $60,571 Dover Afb, DE $60,252 Bethany Beach, DE $59,898 Bethel, DE $59,960 Bridgeville, DE $60,101 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,401 Cheswold, DE $60,551

Clayton, DE $60,553 Dagsboro, DE $59,856 Delmar, DE $59,760 Ellendale, DE $59,941 Felton, DE $60,279 Fenwick Island, DE $59,869 Frankford, DE $59,765 Frederica, DE $60,338

Georgetown, DE $59,833 Greenwood, DE $60,111 Harbeson, DE $59,897 Harrington, DE $60,202 Hartly, DE $60,390 Houston, DE $60,117 Kenton, DE $60,556 Laurel, DE $59,797

Yorklyn, DE $60,346

Drywaller Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Drywaller roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 58% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 28% above the average. In contrast, Drywaller positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Drywaller as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Drywaller

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$77,316	$37.0	28%
Biotechnology	$75,504	$36.0	25%
Internet	$71,275	$34.0	18%
Aerospace & Defense	$68,859	$33.0	14%
Energy & Utilities	$66,443	$32.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Drywaller'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

$53,581

Average $60,403/year

$66,686

$4,465

Average $5,034/month

$5,557

$1,030

Average $1,162/week

$1,282

$26

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,686	$5,557	$1,282	$32
Average	$60,403	$5,034	$1,162	$29
25th Percentile	$53,581	$4,465	$1,030	$26

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