What are the main factors that influence a Fishing Guide'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 Fishing Guide?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Fishing Guide roles, with salaries approximately 5% above the market median.

How does experience change A Fishing Guide's salary?

A Fishing Guide's salary grows with experience: a Loan Servicing Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $41,800, a Fishing Guide (1-3 years)earns $46,589, a Loan Servicing Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $51,765, a Loan Servicing Supervisor (5+ years)earns $63,668, a Loan Servicing Manager (5+ years)earns $96,600,

What are the highest paying states for a Fishing Guide?

Fishing Guide salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Fishing Guide roles are District of Columbia $50,094, California $49,904, Massachusetts $49,239. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Fishing Guide roles make?

Salaries for Fishing Guide level roles vary by specialization: Sales Associate Fishing: $78,373; Retail Fishing Manager: $77,415; Tour Guide: $64,517; Guide: $63,629; Fishing Tool Supervisor: $62,653.

Fishing Guide Salary in Delaware

How much does a Fishing Guide make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fishing Guide in Delaware is $45,818 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,543
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,119 to $49,338
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,752

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Fishing Guide Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,338	$4,112	$949	$24
Average	$45,818	$3,818	$881	$22
25th Percentile	$42,119	$3,510	$810	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Fishing Guide Salaries

A Fishing Guide'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 Fishing Guide Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fishing Guide'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): $41,800
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,589
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $51,765
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,668
Expert (over 8 years): $96,600

Levels	Salary
Loan Serv... Level Fishing Guide	$41,800
Fishing G... Level Fishing Guide	$46,589
Loan Serv... Level Fishing Guide	$51,765
Loan Serv... Level Fishing Guide	$63,668
Loan Serv... Level Fishing Guide	$96,600

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How Do Fishing Guide 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 Fishing Guides. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,094.
California: $49,904.
Massachusetts: $49,239.

District of Columbia $50,094 California $49,904 Massachusetts $49,239 Washington $49,058 New Jersey $49,040 Alaska $48,976 Connecticut $48,352 New York $48,099

Hawaii $47,289 Rhode Island $46,909 Maryland $46,651 Minnesota $46,298 Colorado $46,162 Illinois $46,117 Oregon $45,945 Delaware $45,818

New Hampshire $45,739 Virginia $45,560 Pennsylvania $45,040 Nevada $44,778 North Dakota $44,692 Michigan $44,556 Wisconsin $44,506 Vermont $44,407

Texas $44,131 Maine $44,113 Arizona $44,085 Ohio $44,054 Georgia $43,638 Indiana $43,429 Wyoming $43,389 Utah $43,325

Iowa $43,298 Kansas $43,081 Louisiana $43,018 North Carolina $42,995 Missouri $42,986 Florida $42,810 Montana $42,715 Nebraska $42,624

Kentucky $42,574 South Carolina $42,393 Tennessee $42,280 Idaho $42,235 New Mexico $41,905 Oklahoma $41,832 Alabama $41,565 South Dakota $41,117

Arkansas $40,873 West Virginia $40,742 Mississippi $40,348

Top Paying Cities for Fishing Guides

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: $45,612
Little Creek: $45,946
Magnolia: $45,880

Lincoln, DE $45,612 Little Creek, DE $45,946 Magnolia, DE $45,880 Milford, DE $45,728 Marydel, DE $45,803 Millsboro, DE $45,421 Millville, DE $45,491 Milton, DE $45,569

Nassau, DE $45,602 Ocean View, DE $45,483 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,570 Seaford, DE $45,596 Selbyville, DE $45,407 Smyrna, DE $45,978 Viola, DE $45,766 Woodside, DE $45,889

Bear, DE $45,783 Newark, DE $45,766 Claymont, DE $45,859 Delaware City, DE $45,812 Hockessin, DE $45,762 Kirkwood, DE $45,803 Middletown, DE $45,821 Montchanin, DE $45,772

New Castle, DE $45,779 Odessa, DE $45,843 Port Penn, DE $45,874 Rockland, DE $45,777 Saint Georges, DE $45,806 Townsend, DE $45,877 Winterthur, DE $45,782 Lewes, DE $45,587

Wilmington, DE $45,764 Dover, DE $45,946 Dover Afb, DE $45,704 Bethany Beach, DE $45,435 Bethel, DE $45,482 Bridgeville, DE $45,589 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,816 Cheswold, DE $45,931

Clayton, DE $45,932 Dagsboro, DE $45,403 Delmar, DE $45,331 Ellendale, DE $45,468 Felton, DE $45,724 Fenwick Island, DE $45,413 Frankford, DE $45,334 Frederica, DE $45,769

Georgetown, DE $45,386 Greenwood, DE $45,597 Harbeson, DE $45,435 Harrington, DE $45,666 Hartly, DE $45,808 Houston, DE $45,601 Kenton, DE $45,935 Laurel, DE $45,359

Yorklyn, DE $45,775

Fishing Guide Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Fishing Guide roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 15% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 5% above the average. Conversely, Fishing Guide positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Fishing Guide as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Fishing Guide

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$48,109	$23.0	5%
Financial Services	$48,109	$23.0	5%

Fishing Guide Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fishing Guide'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

$42,119

Average $45,818/year

$49,338

$3,510

Average $3,818/month

$4,112

$810

Average $881/week

$949

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,338	$4,112	$949	$24
Average	$45,818	$3,818	$881	$22
25th Percentile	$42,119	$3,510	$810	$20

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