What are the main factors that influence a Lumberjack'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 Lumberjack?

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

How does experience change A Lumberjack's salary?

A Lumberjack's salary grows with experience: a Sales Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $44,845, a Lumberjack (1-3 years)earns $50,447, a Sales Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $58,086, a Sales Assistant Team Leader (5+ years)earns $77,339, a Sales Support Supervisor (5+ years)earns $88,841,

What are the highest paying states for a Lumberjack?

Lumberjack salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lumberjack roles are District of Columbia $53,913, California $53,708, Massachusetts $52,992. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Lumberjack Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lumberjack make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lumberjack in Delaware is $49,311 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,285
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,860 to $54,008
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,896

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Lumberjack Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,008	$4,501	$1,039	$26
Average	$49,311	$4,109	$948	$24
25th Percentile	$43,860	$3,655	$843	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Lumberjack Salaries

A Lumberjack'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 Lumberjack Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lumberjack'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): $44,845
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,447
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,086
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $77,339
Expert (over 8 years): $88,841

Levels	Salary
Sales Ass... Level Lumberjack	$44,845
Lumberjac... Level Lumberjack	$50,447
Sales Ass... Level Lumberjack	$58,086
Sales Ass... Level Lumberjack	$77,339
Sales Sup... Level Lumberjack	$88,841

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How Do Lumberjack 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 Lumberjacks. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,913.
California: $53,708.
Massachusetts: $52,992.

District of Columbia $53,913 California $53,708 Massachusetts $52,992 Washington $52,798 New Jersey $52,778 Alaska $52,710 Connecticut $52,038 New York $51,765

Hawaii $50,894 Rhode Island $50,485 Maryland $50,207 Minnesota $49,827 Colorado $49,681 Illinois $49,633 Oregon $49,448 Delaware $49,311

New Hampshire $49,225 Virginia $49,034 Pennsylvania $48,474 Nevada $48,191 North Dakota $48,099 Michigan $47,953 Wisconsin $47,899 Vermont $47,792

Texas $47,495 Maine $47,475 Arizona $47,446 Ohio $47,412 Georgia $46,964 Indiana $46,740 Wyoming $46,696 Utah $46,628

Iowa $46,599 Kansas $46,365 Louisiana $46,297 North Carolina $46,273 Missouri $46,263 Florida $46,073 Montana $45,971 Nebraska $45,873

Kentucky $45,820 South Carolina $45,625 Tennessee $45,503 Idaho $45,455 New Mexico $45,099 Oklahoma $45,021 Alabama $44,734 South Dakota $44,252

Arkansas $43,989 West Virginia $43,848 Mississippi $43,424

Top Paying Cities for Lumberjacks

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: $49,089
Little Creek: $49,449
Magnolia: $49,377

Lincoln, DE $49,089 Little Creek, DE $49,449 Magnolia, DE $49,377 Milford, DE $49,214 Marydel, DE $49,295 Millsboro, DE $48,883 Millville, DE $48,959 Milton, DE $49,043

Nassau, DE $49,079 Ocean View, DE $48,950 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,044 Seaford, DE $49,072 Selbyville, DE $48,869 Smyrna, DE $49,483 Viola, DE $49,255 Woodside, DE $49,387

Bear, DE $49,273 Newark, DE $49,255 Claymont, DE $49,356 Delaware City, DE $49,304 Hockessin, DE $49,250 Kirkwood, DE $49,295 Middletown, DE $49,314 Montchanin, DE $49,262

New Castle, DE $49,269 Odessa, DE $49,338 Port Penn, DE $49,371 Rockland, DE $49,266 Saint Georges, DE $49,298 Townsend, DE $49,374 Winterthur, DE $49,272 Lewes, DE $49,062

Wilmington, DE $49,253 Dover, DE $49,449 Dover Afb, DE $49,188 Bethany Beach, DE $48,899 Bethel, DE $48,949 Bridgeville, DE $49,065 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,309 Cheswold, DE $49,432

Clayton, DE $49,434 Dagsboro, DE $48,865 Delmar, DE $48,786 Ellendale, DE $48,934 Felton, DE $49,210 Fenwick Island, DE $48,875 Frankford, DE $48,790 Frederica, DE $49,259

Georgetown, DE $48,846 Greenwood, DE $49,073 Harbeson, DE $48,898 Harrington, DE $49,148 Hartly, DE $49,300 Houston, DE $49,077 Kenton, DE $49,436 Laurel, DE $48,817

Yorklyn, DE $49,265

Lumberjack Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lumberjack roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Lumberjack positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lumberjack as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lumberjack

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$56,708	$27.0	15%
Business Services	$54,242	$26.0	10%
Construction	$51,777	$25.0	5%

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

Understanding how a Lumberjack'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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$43,860

Average $49,311/year

$54,008

$3,655

Average $4,109/month

$4,501

$843

Average $948/week

$1,039

$21

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,008	$4,501	$1,039	$26
Average	$49,311	$4,109	$948	$24
25th Percentile	$43,860	$3,655	$843	$21

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