What are the main factors that influence a Fiber Optic Installer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Fiber Optic Installer's salary?

A Fiber Optic Installer's salary grows with experience: a Fiber Optic Installer (1-3 years)earns $65,487, a Senior Telecommunications Installation Technician (3-5 years)earns $85,724, a Telecommunications Installation Supervisor (5+ years)earns $94,988, a Telecommunications Installation Manager (5+ years)earns $105,184,

What are the highest paying states for a Fiber Optic Installer?

Fiber Optic Installer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Fiber Optic Installer roles are District of Columbia $70,021, California $69,756, Massachusetts $68,826. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Fiber Optic Installer roles make?

Salaries for Fiber Optic Installer level roles vary by specialization: Fiber Optic Project Manager: $118,804; Fiber Optic Sales: $113,208; Fiber Optic Installation Supervisor: $91,065; Fiber Optic Underground Laborer: $85,958; Fiber Optic Lineman: $83,410.

Fiber Optic Installer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Fiber Optic Installer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fiber Optic Installer in Delaware is $64,045 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,700
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,125 to $71,716
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,824

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Fiber Optic Installer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,716	$5,976	$1,379	$34
Average	$64,045	$5,337	$1,232	$31
25th Percentile	$57,125	$4,760	$1,099	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Fiber Optic Installer Salaries

A Fiber Optic Installer'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 Fiber Optic Installer 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 Fiber Optic Installers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,021.
California: $69,756.
Massachusetts: $68,826.

District of Columbia $70,021 California $69,756 Massachusetts $68,826 Washington $68,573 New Jersey $68,548 Alaska $68,459 Connecticut $67,587 New York $67,232

Hawaii $66,100 Rhode Island $65,569 Maryland $65,209 Minnesota $64,715 Colorado $64,526 Illinois $64,462 Oregon $64,222 Delaware $64,045

New Hampshire $63,934 Virginia $63,685 Pennsylvania $62,957 Nevada $62,591 North Dakota $62,470 Michigan $62,281 Wisconsin $62,211 Vermont $62,072

Texas $61,686 Maine $61,661 Arizona $61,623 Ohio $61,579 Georgia $60,997 Indiana $60,706 Wyoming $60,649 Utah $60,560

Iowa $60,522 Kansas $60,219 Louisiana $60,130 North Carolina $60,099 Missouri $60,086 Florida $59,839 Montana $59,707 Nebraska $59,580

Kentucky $59,511 South Carolina $59,258 Tennessee $59,100 Idaho $59,036 New Mexico $58,575 Oklahoma $58,473 Alabama $58,100 South Dakota $57,474

Arkansas $57,133 West Virginia $56,949 Mississippi $56,399

Top Paying Cities for Fiber Optic Installers

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: $63,757
Little Creek: $64,223
Magnolia: $64,131

Lincoln, DE $63,757 Little Creek, DE $64,223 Magnolia, DE $64,131 Milford, DE $63,919 Marydel, DE $64,024 Millsboro, DE $63,489 Millville, DE $63,587 Milton, DE $63,697

Nassau, DE $63,743 Ocean View, DE $63,576 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,699 Seaford, DE $63,735 Selbyville, DE $63,471 Smyrna, DE $64,268 Viola, DE $63,972 Woodside, DE $64,144

Bear, DE $63,996 Newark, DE $63,972 Claymont, DE $64,103 Delaware City, DE $64,036 Hockessin, DE $63,966 Kirkwood, DE $64,024 Middletown, DE $64,048 Montchanin, DE $63,981

New Castle, DE $63,990 Odessa, DE $64,080 Port Penn, DE $64,123 Rockland, DE $63,987 Saint Georges, DE $64,028 Townsend, DE $64,127 Winterthur, DE $63,994 Lewes, DE $63,722

Wilmington, DE $63,969 Dover, DE $64,223 Dover Afb, DE $63,885 Bethany Beach, DE $63,509 Bethel, DE $63,575 Bridgeville, DE $63,725 Camden Wyoming, DE $64,043 Cheswold, DE $64,203

Clayton, DE $64,204 Dagsboro, DE $63,465 Delmar, DE $63,363 Ellendale, DE $63,556 Felton, DE $63,914 Fenwick Island, DE $63,479 Frankford, DE $63,368 Frederica, DE $63,977

Georgetown, DE $63,441 Greenwood, DE $63,735 Harbeson, DE $63,509 Harrington, DE $63,833 Hartly, DE $64,031 Houston, DE $63,742 Kenton, DE $64,208 Laurel, DE $63,403

Yorklyn, DE $63,985

Fiber Optic Installer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fiber Optic Installer'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

$57,125

Average $64,045/year

$71,716

$4,760

Average $5,337/month

$5,976

$1,099

Average $1,232/week

$1,379

$27

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,716	$5,976	$1,379	$34
Average	$64,045	$5,337	$1,232	$31
25th Percentile	$57,125	$4,760	$1,099	$27

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