What are the main factors that influence an Elevator Mechanic'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 Elevator Mechanic?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Elevator Mechanic roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Elevator Mechanic's salary?

An Elevator Mechanic's salary grows with experience: a Lending Officer I (0-2 years)earns $54,154, a Elevator Mechanic (2-4 years)earns $75,817, a Lending Officer III (4-7 years)earns $97,576, a Vice President of Lending (7+ years)earns $187,334, an SVP of Lending (7+ years)earns $220,228,

What are the highest paying states for an Elevator Mechanic?

Elevator Mechanic salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Elevator Mechanic roles are District of Columbia $80,483, California $80,178, Massachusetts $79,109. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Elevator Mechanic roles make?

Salaries for Elevator Mechanic level roles vary by specialization: Elevator Manager: $113,265; Elevator Supervisor: $92,296; Elevator Superintendent: $87,277; OTIS Elevator Company Elevator Mechanic: $85,272; Elevator Technician: $83,501.

Elevator Mechanic Salary in Delaware

How much does an Elevator Mechanic make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Elevator Mechanic in Delaware is $73,614 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,728
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,038 to $83,096
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,410

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Elevator Mechanic Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,096	$6,925	$1,598	$40
Average	$73,614	$6,134	$1,416	$35
25th Percentile	$63,038	$5,253	$1,212	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Elevator Mechanic Salaries

An Elevator Mechanic'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 Elevator Mechanic Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Elevator Mechanic'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): $54,154
Early Career (1-2 years): $75,817
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,576
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $187,334
Expert (over 8 years): $220,228

Levels	Salary
Lending O... Level Elevator Mechanic	$54,154
Elevator ... Level Elevator Mechanic	$75,817
Lending O... Level Elevator Mechanic	$97,576
Vice Pres... Level Elevator Mechanic	$187,334
SVP of Le... Level Elevator Mechanic	$220,228

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How Do Elevator Mechanic 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 Elevator Mechanics. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $80,483.
California: $80,178.
Massachusetts: $79,109.

District of Columbia $80,483 California $80,178 Massachusetts $79,109 Washington $78,818 New Jersey $78,789 Alaska $78,687 Connecticut $77,684 New York $77,277

Hawaii $75,976 Rhode Island $75,366 Maryland $74,951 Minnesota $74,384 Colorado $74,166 Illinois $74,093 Oregon $73,817 Delaware $73,614

New Hampshire $73,486 Virginia $73,199 Pennsylvania $72,363 Nevada $71,942 North Dakota $71,804 Michigan $71,586 Wisconsin $71,506 Vermont $71,346

Texas $70,902 Maine $70,873 Arizona $70,830 Ohio $70,779 Georgia $70,110 Indiana $69,776 Wyoming $69,710 Utah $69,608

Iowa $69,565 Kansas $69,216 Louisiana $69,114 North Carolina $69,078 Missouri $69,063 Florida $68,780 Montana $68,627 Nebraska $68,482

Kentucky $68,402 South Carolina $68,111 Tennessee $67,929 Idaho $67,857 New Mexico $67,326 Oklahoma $67,210 Alabama $66,781 South Dakota $66,061

Arkansas $65,669 West Virginia $65,458 Mississippi $64,825

Top Paying Cities for Elevator Mechanics

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: $73,282
Little Creek: $73,819
Magnolia: $73,713

Lincoln, DE $73,282 Little Creek, DE $73,819 Magnolia, DE $73,713 Milford, DE $73,468 Marydel, DE $73,589 Millsboro, DE $72,975 Millville, DE $73,087 Milton, DE $73,214

Nassau, DE $73,267 Ocean View, DE $73,075 Rehoboth Beach, DE $73,215 Seaford, DE $73,257 Selbyville, DE $72,954 Smyrna, DE $73,870 Viola, DE $73,529 Woodside, DE $73,727

Bear, DE $73,557 Newark, DE $73,529 Claymont, DE $73,680 Delaware City, DE $73,603 Hockessin, DE $73,523 Kirkwood, DE $73,589 Middletown, DE $73,617 Montchanin, DE $73,540

New Castle, DE $73,550 Odessa, DE $73,654 Port Penn, DE $73,703 Rockland, DE $73,547 Saint Georges, DE $73,594 Townsend, DE $73,707 Winterthur, DE $73,556 Lewes, DE $73,242

Wilmington, DE $73,526 Dover, DE $73,819 Dover Afb, DE $73,430 Bethany Beach, DE $72,998 Bethel, DE $73,074 Bridgeville, DE $73,246 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,611 Cheswold, DE $73,795

Clayton, DE $73,797 Dagsboro, DE $72,947 Delmar, DE $72,830 Ellendale, DE $73,051 Felton, DE $73,462 Fenwick Island, DE $72,963 Frankford, DE $72,836 Frederica, DE $73,535

Georgetown, DE $72,919 Greenwood, DE $73,257 Harbeson, DE $72,997 Harrington, DE $73,369 Hartly, DE $73,598 Houston, DE $73,265 Kenton, DE $73,800 Laurel, DE $72,876

Yorklyn, DE $73,545

Elevator Mechanic Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Elevator Mechanic roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Elevator Mechanic positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Elevator Mechanic as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Elevator Mechanic

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$80,975	$39.0	10%

Elevator Mechanic Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Elevator Mechanic'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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$63,038

Average $73,614/year

$83,096

$5,253

Average $6,134/month

$6,925

$1,212

Average $1,416/week

$1,598

$30

Average $35/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,096	$6,925	$1,598	$40
Average	$73,614	$6,134	$1,416	$35
25th Percentile	$63,038	$5,253	$1,212	$30

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