What are the main factors that influence an Explosive Detection Canine Handler's salary?

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

How does experience change An Explosive Detection Canine Handler's salary?

An Explosive Detection Canine Handler's salary grows with experience: a Credit and Collections Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $63,596, a Explosive Detection Canine Handler (2-4 years)earns $70,418, a Credit and Collections Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $83,032, a Credit and Collections Supervisor (7+ years)earns $77,032, a Credit and Collections Manager (7+ years)earns $114,832,

What are the highest paying states for an Explosive Detection Canine Handler?

Explosive Detection Canine Handler salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Explosive Detection Canine Handler roles are District of Columbia $75,317, California $75,031, Massachusetts $74,031. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Explosive Detection Canine Handler roles make?

Salaries for Explosive Detection Canine Handler level roles vary by specialization: Canine Officer: $75,369; Canine Specialist: $55,646; Explosive Specialist: $53,854; Canine Care Specialist: $48,857; Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician: $48,568.

Explosive Detection Canine Handler Salary in Delaware

How much does an Explosive Detection Canine Handler make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Explosive Detection Canine Handler in Delaware is $68,889 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, an Explosive Detection Canine Handler's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,268
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,547 to $76,939
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,863

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Explosive Detection Canine Handler Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,939	$6,412	$1,480	$37
Average	$68,889	$5,741	$1,325	$33
25th Percentile	$61,547	$5,129	$1,184	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Explosive Detection Canine Handler Salaries

An Explosive Detection Canine Handler'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 Explosive Detection Canine Handler Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Explosive Detection Canine Handler'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): $63,596
Early Career (1-2 years): $70,418
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $83,032
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,032
Expert (over 8 years): $114,832

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Credit an... Level Explosive Detection Canine Handler	$63,596
Explosive... Level Explosive Detection Canine Handler	$70,418
Credit an... Level Explosive Detection Canine Handler	$83,032
Credit an... Level Explosive Detection Canine Handler	$77,032
Credit an... Level Explosive Detection Canine Handler	$114,832

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How Do Explosive Detection Canine Handler 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 Explosive Detection Canine Handlers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $75,317.
California: $75,031.
Massachusetts: $74,031.

District of Columbia $75,317 California $75,031 Massachusetts $74,031 Washington $73,759 New Jersey $73,732 Alaska $73,637 Connecticut $72,698 New York $72,317

Hawaii $71,099 Rhode Island $70,528 Maryland $70,140 Minnesota $69,610 Colorado $69,405 Illinois $69,337 Oregon $69,079 Delaware $68,889

New Hampshire $68,769 Virginia $68,501 Pennsylvania $67,718 Nevada $67,324 North Dakota $67,195 Michigan $66,991 Wisconsin $66,916 Vermont $66,766

Texas $66,351 Maine $66,324 Arizona $66,283 Ohio $66,236 Georgia $65,610 Indiana $65,297 Wyoming $65,236 Utah $65,140

Iowa $65,100 Kansas $64,773 Louisiana $64,678 North Carolina $64,644 Missouri $64,630 Florida $64,365 Montana $64,222 Nebraska $64,086

Kentucky $64,011 South Carolina $63,739 Tennessee $63,569 Idaho $63,501 New Mexico $63,004 Oklahoma $62,896 Alabama $62,494 South Dakota $61,821

Arkansas $61,453 West Virginia $61,256 Mississippi $60,664

Top Paying Cities for Explosive Detection Canine Handlers

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: $71,297
Little Creek: $70,637
Magnolia: $70,929

Lincoln, DE $71,297 Little Creek, DE $70,637 Magnolia, DE $70,929 Milford, DE $71,297 Marydel, DE $70,371 Millsboro, DE $71,297 Millville, DE $71,773 Milton, DE $71,297

Nassau, DE $71,297 Ocean View, DE $71,773 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,773 Seaford, DE $70,548 Selbyville, DE $71,773 Smyrna, DE $70,290 Viola, DE $70,929 Woodside, DE $70,725

Bear, DE $69,773 Newark, DE $69,800 Claymont, DE $69,854 Delaware City, DE $69,800 Hockessin, DE $69,854 Kirkwood, DE $69,800 Middletown, DE $70,147 Montchanin, DE $69,854

New Castle, DE $69,854 Odessa, DE $70,242 Port Penn, DE $69,610 Rockland, DE $69,854 Saint Georges, DE $69,800 Townsend, DE $70,140 Winterthur, DE $69,854 Lewes, DE $71,297

Wilmington, DE $69,854 Dover, DE $70,603 Dover Afb, DE $70,766 Bethany Beach, DE $71,773 Bethel, DE $70,548 Bridgeville, DE $71,297 Camden Wyoming, DE $70,678 Cheswold, DE $70,439

Clayton, DE $70,263 Dagsboro, DE $71,773 Delmar, DE $70,548 Ellendale, DE $71,297 Felton, DE $71,297 Fenwick Island, DE $71,773 Frankford, DE $71,773 Frederica, DE $71,297

Georgetown, DE $71,297 Greenwood, DE $71,297 Harbeson, DE $71,297 Harrington, DE $71,297 Hartly, DE $70,229 Houston, DE $71,297 Kenton, DE $70,263 Laurel, DE $70,548

Yorklyn, DE $69,854

Explosive Detection Canine Handler Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Explosive Detection Canine Handler'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 February 01, 2026

$61,547

Average $68,889/year

$76,939

$5,129

Average $5,741/month

$6,412

$1,184

Average $1,325/week

$1,480

$30

Average $33/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,939	$6,412	$1,480	$37
Average	$68,889	$5,741	$1,325	$33
25th Percentile	$61,547	$5,129	$1,184	$30

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