What are the main factors that influence an Instructional Aide'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 Instructional Aide?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Instructional Aide roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change An Instructional Aide's salary?

An Instructional Aide's salary grows with experience: an Instructional Aide (0-1 years)earns $44,380, an Administrative Assistant II (1-3 years)earns $52,182, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $62,107, an Administrative Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $72,853,

What are the highest paying states for an Instructional Aide?

Instructional Aide salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Instructional Aide roles are District of Columbia $47,478, California $47,298, Massachusetts $46,667. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Instructional Aide roles make?

Salaries for Instructional Aide level roles vary by specialization: Instructional Developer: $102,141; Instructional Writer: $87,198; Instructional Technologist: $71,240; Instructional Specialist: $70,729; Instructional Coordinator: $68,973.

Instructional Aide Salary in Delaware

How much does an Instructional Aide make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Instructional Aide in Delaware is $43,425 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,141
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,843 to $47,464
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,671

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Instructional Aide Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,464	$3,955	$913	$23
Average	$43,425	$3,619	$835	$21
25th Percentile	$38,843	$3,237	$747	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Instructional Aide Salaries

An Instructional Aide'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 Instructional Aide 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 Instructional Aides. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,478.
California: $47,298.
Massachusetts: $46,667.

District of Columbia $47,478 California $47,298 Massachusetts $46,667 Washington $46,496 New Jersey $46,479 Alaska $46,419 Connecticut $45,827 New York $45,587

Hawaii $44,819 Rhode Island $44,459 Maryland $44,214 Minnesota $43,880 Colorado $43,751 Illinois $43,709 Oregon $43,546 Delaware $43,425

New Hampshire $43,350 Virginia $43,181 Pennsylvania $42,688 Nevada $42,439 North Dakota $42,358 Michigan $42,229 Wisconsin $42,182 Vermont $42,088

Texas $41,826 Maine $41,809 Arizona $41,783 Ohio $41,753 Georgia $41,359 Indiana $41,161 Wyoming $41,123 Utah $41,063

Iowa $41,037 Kansas $40,831 Louisiana $40,771 North Carolina $40,750 Missouri $40,741 Florida $40,574 Montana $40,484 Nebraska $40,398

Kentucky $40,351 South Carolina $40,179 Tennessee $40,072 Idaho $40,029 New Mexico $39,716 Oklahoma $39,648 Alabama $39,395 South Dakota $38,970

Arkansas $38,739 West Virginia $38,614 Mississippi $38,241

Top Paying Cities for Instructional Aides

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: $43,230
Little Creek: $43,546
Magnolia: $43,484

Lincoln, DE $43,230 Little Creek, DE $43,546 Magnolia, DE $43,484 Milford, DE $43,340 Marydel, DE $43,411 Millsboro, DE $43,049 Millville, DE $43,115 Milton, DE $43,190

Nassau, DE $43,221 Ocean View, DE $43,108 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,191 Seaford, DE $43,215 Selbyville, DE $43,036 Smyrna, DE $43,576 Viola, DE $43,376 Woodside, DE $43,492

Bear, DE $43,392 Newark, DE $43,376 Claymont, DE $43,465 Delaware City, DE $43,419 Hockessin, DE $43,372 Kirkwood, DE $43,411 Middletown, DE $43,428 Montchanin, DE $43,382

New Castle, DE $43,388 Odessa, DE $43,449 Port Penn, DE $43,478 Rockland, DE $43,386 Saint Georges, DE $43,414 Townsend, DE $43,481 Winterthur, DE $43,391 Lewes, DE $43,206

Wilmington, DE $43,374 Dover, DE $43,546 Dover Afb, DE $43,317 Bethany Beach, DE $43,062 Bethel, DE $43,107 Bridgeville, DE $43,209 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,424 Cheswold, DE $43,532

Clayton, DE $43,534 Dagsboro, DE $43,032 Delmar, DE $42,963 Ellendale, DE $43,094 Felton, DE $43,336 Fenwick Island, DE $43,042 Frankford, DE $42,967 Frederica, DE $43,379

Georgetown, DE $43,016 Greenwood, DE $43,215 Harbeson, DE $43,062 Harrington, DE $43,281 Hartly, DE $43,416 Houston, DE $43,220 Kenton, DE $43,536 Laurel, DE $42,990

Yorklyn, DE $43,385

Instructional Aide Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Instructional Aide roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Instructional Aide positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Instructional Aide as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Instructional Aide

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$49,939	$24.0	15%
Telecom	$49,939	$24.0	15%
Biotechnology	$47,768	$23.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$47,768	$23.0	10%
Internet	$47,768	$23.0	10%

Instructional Aide Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Instructional Aide'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

$38,843

Average $43,425/year

$47,464

$3,237

Average $3,619/month

$3,955

$747

Average $835/week

$913

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,464	$3,955	$913	$23
Average	$43,425	$3,619	$835	$21
25th Percentile	$38,843	$3,237	$747	$19

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