What are the main factors that influence a Landscape Superintendent'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 Landscape Superintendent?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Landscape Superintendent roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Landscape Superintendent's salary?

A Landscape Superintendent's salary grows with experience: a Groundskeeper (0-1 years)earns $38,529, a Groundskeeper, Sr. (1-3 years)earns $43,511, a Landscape Superintendent (3+ years)earns $62,389, a Building and Grounds Supervisor II (3+ years)earns $80,126, a Building and Grounds Supervisor III (3-5 years)earns $88,686,

What are the highest paying states for a Landscape Superintendent?

Landscape Superintendent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Landscape Superintendent roles are District of Columbia $66,197, California $65,946, Massachusetts $65,067. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Landscape Superintendent roles make?

Salaries for Landscape Superintendent level roles vary by specialization: School Superintendent: $160,284; Landscape Manager: $137,923; Superintendent: $112,704; Quarry Superintendent: $106,992; Golf Superintendent: $67,562.

Landscape Superintendent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Landscape Superintendent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Landscape Superintendent in Delaware is $60,547 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,147
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,710 to $70,283
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,663

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Landscape Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,283	$5,857	$1,352	$34
Average	$60,547	$5,046	$1,164	$29
25th Percentile	$51,710	$4,309	$994	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Landscape Superintendent Salaries

A Landscape Superintendent'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 Landscape Superintendent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Landscape Superintendent'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): $38,529
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,511
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $62,389
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $80,126
Expert (over 8 years): $88,686

Levels	Salary
Groundske... Level Landscape Superintendent	$38,529
Groundske... Level Landscape Superintendent	$43,511
Landscape... Level Landscape Superintendent	$62,389
Building ... Level Landscape Superintendent	$80,126
Building ... Level Landscape Superintendent	$88,686

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How Do Landscape Superintendent 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 Landscape Superintendents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,197.
California: $65,946.
Massachusetts: $65,067.

District of Columbia $66,197 California $65,946 Massachusetts $65,067 Washington $64,828 New Jersey $64,804 Alaska $64,721 Connecticut $63,896 New York $63,561

Hawaii $62,491 Rhode Island $61,988 Maryland $61,648 Minnesota $61,181 Colorado $61,002 Illinois $60,942 Oregon $60,715 Delaware $60,547

New Hampshire $60,442 Virginia $60,207 Pennsylvania $59,519 Nevada $59,172 North Dakota $59,059 Michigan $58,879 Wisconsin $58,814 Vermont $58,682

Texas $58,317 Maine $58,293 Arizona $58,258 Ohio $58,216 Georgia $57,666 Indiana $57,391 Wyoming $57,337 Utah $57,253

Iowa $57,217 Kansas $56,930 Louisiana $56,847 North Carolina $56,817 Missouri $56,805 Florida $56,572 Montana $56,446 Nebraska $56,326

Kentucky $56,261 South Carolina $56,021 Tennessee $55,872 Idaho $55,812 New Mexico $55,376 Oklahoma $55,280 Alabama $54,927 South Dakota $54,335

Arkansas $54,013 West Virginia $53,839 Mississippi $53,319

Top Paying Cities for Landscape Superintendents

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: $60,275
Little Creek: $60,716
Magnolia: $60,629

Lincoln, DE $60,275 Little Creek, DE $60,716 Magnolia, DE $60,629 Milford, DE $60,428 Marydel, DE $60,527 Millsboro, DE $60,022 Millville, DE $60,115 Milton, DE $60,219

Nassau, DE $60,262 Ocean View, DE $60,104 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,220 Seaford, DE $60,254 Selbyville, DE $60,005 Smyrna, DE $60,758 Viola, DE $60,478 Woodside, DE $60,641

Bear, DE $60,501 Newark, DE $60,478 Claymont, DE $60,602 Delaware City, DE $60,538 Hockessin, DE $60,473 Kirkwood, DE $60,527 Middletown, DE $60,550 Montchanin, DE $60,486

New Castle, DE $60,495 Odessa, DE $60,580 Port Penn, DE $60,621 Rockland, DE $60,492 Saint Georges, DE $60,531 Townsend, DE $60,625 Winterthur, DE $60,500 Lewes, DE $60,242

Wilmington, DE $60,476 Dover, DE $60,716 Dover Afb, DE $60,396 Bethany Beach, DE $60,041 Bethel, DE $60,103 Bridgeville, DE $60,245 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,545 Cheswold, DE $60,696

Clayton, DE $60,698 Dagsboro, DE $59,999 Delmar, DE $59,903 Ellendale, DE $60,085 Felton, DE $60,423 Fenwick Island, DE $60,012 Frankford, DE $59,908 Frederica, DE $60,483

Georgetown, DE $59,976 Greenwood, DE $60,254 Harbeson, DE $60,040 Harrington, DE $60,347 Hartly, DE $60,534 Houston, DE $60,260 Kenton, DE $60,701 Laurel, DE $59,941

Yorklyn, DE $60,491

Landscape Superintendent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Landscape Superintendent roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Landscape Superintendent positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Landscape Superintendent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Landscape Superintendent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$84,766	$41.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$78,712	$38.0	30%
Internet	$75,684	$36.0	25%
Financial Services	$72,657	$35.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$69,630	$33.0	15%

Landscape Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Landscape Superintendent'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.

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$51,710

Average $60,547/year

$70,283

$4,309

Average $5,046/month

$5,857

$994

Average $1,164/week

$1,352

$25

Average $29/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,283	$5,857	$1,352	$34
Average	$60,547	$5,046	$1,164	$29
25th Percentile	$51,710	$4,309	$994	$25

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