What are the main factors that influence an Exterminator's salary?

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

How does experience change An Exterminator's salary?

An Exterminator's salary grows with experience: a Exterminator (0-1 years)earns $31,646, a Food Services Team Lead (1-2 years)earns $41,189, a Food Services Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $66,588, a Food Services Manager (5+ years)earns $85,804,

What are the highest paying states for an Exterminator?

Exterminator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Exterminator roles are District of Columbia $33,969, California $33,841, Massachusetts $33,390. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Exterminator roles make?

Salaries for Exterminator level roles vary by specialization: Pest Exterminator: $44,603.

Exterminator Salary in Delaware

How much does an Exterminator make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Exterminator in Delaware is $31,070 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $15.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $35,312
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $28,306 to $33,291
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $25,790

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Exterminator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,291	$2,774	$640	$16
Average	$31,070	$2,589	$598	$15
25th Percentile	$28,306	$2,359	$544	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Exterminator Salaries

An Exterminator'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 Do Exterminator 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 Exterminators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $33,969.
California: $33,841.
Massachusetts: $33,390.

District of Columbia $33,969 California $33,841 Massachusetts $33,390 Washington $33,267 New Jersey $33,255 Alaska $33,212 Connecticut $32,788 New York $32,616

Hawaii $32,067 Rhode Island $31,810 Maryland $31,635 Minnesota $31,395 Colorado $31,303 Illinois $31,273 Oregon $31,156 Delaware $31,070

New Hampshire $31,016 Virginia $30,895 Pennsylvania $30,542 Nevada $30,364 North Dakota $30,306 Michigan $30,214 Wisconsin $30,180 Vermont $30,113

Texas $29,926 Maine $29,913 Arizona $29,895 Ohio $29,874 Georgia $29,591 Indiana $29,450 Wyoming $29,423 Utah $29,380

Iowa $29,361 Kansas $29,214 Louisiana $29,171 North Carolina $29,156 Missouri $29,150 Florida $29,030 Montana $28,965 Nebraska $28,904

Kentucky $28,870 South Carolina $28,748 Tennessee $28,671 Idaho $28,640 New Mexico $28,416 Oklahoma $28,367 Alabama $28,186 South Dakota $27,882

Arkansas $27,717 West Virginia $27,628 Mississippi $27,361

Top Paying Cities for Exterminators

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: $30,930
Little Creek: $31,157
Magnolia: $31,112

Lincoln, DE $30,930 Little Creek, DE $31,157 Magnolia, DE $31,112 Milford, DE $31,009 Marydel, DE $31,060 Millsboro, DE $30,800 Millville, DE $30,848 Milton, DE $30,901

Nassau, DE $30,924 Ocean View, DE $30,843 Rehoboth Beach, DE $30,902 Seaford, DE $30,920 Selbyville, DE $30,792 Smyrna, DE $31,178 Viola, DE $31,035 Woodside, DE $31,118

Bear, DE $31,046 Newark, DE $31,035 Claymont, DE $31,098 Delaware City, DE $31,066 Hockessin, DE $31,032 Kirkwood, DE $31,060 Middletown, DE $31,072 Montchanin, DE $31,039

New Castle, DE $31,043 Odessa, DE $31,087 Port Penn, DE $31,108 Rockland, DE $31,042 Saint Georges, DE $31,062 Townsend, DE $31,110 Winterthur, DE $31,046 Lewes, DE $30,913

Wilmington, DE $31,033 Dover, DE $31,157 Dover Afb, DE $30,993 Bethany Beach, DE $30,810 Bethel, DE $30,842 Bridgeville, DE $30,915 Camden Wyoming, DE $31,069 Cheswold, DE $31,147

Clayton, DE $31,147 Dagsboro, DE $30,789 Delmar, DE $30,739 Ellendale, DE $30,833 Felton, DE $31,006 Fenwick Island, DE $30,796 Frankford, DE $30,742 Frederica, DE $31,037

Georgetown, DE $30,777 Greenwood, DE $30,920 Harbeson, DE $30,810 Harrington, DE $30,967 Hartly, DE $31,063 Houston, DE $30,923 Kenton, DE $31,149 Laurel, DE $30,759

Yorklyn, DE $31,041

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

Understanding how an Exterminator'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 May 01, 2026

$28,306

Average $31,070/year

$33,291

$2,359

Average $2,589/month

$2,774

$544

Average $598/week

$640

$14

Average $15/hour

$16

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,291	$2,774	$640	$16
Average	$31,070	$2,589	$598	$15
25th Percentile	$28,306	$2,359	$544	$14

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