What are the main factors that influence a Mechanical Millwright'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 Mechanical Millwright?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Mechanical Millwright roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

How does experience change A Mechanical Millwright's salary?

A Mechanical Millwright's salary grows with experience: a Millwright I (0-1 years)earns $52,487, a Mechanical Millwright (1-3 years)earns $63,070, a Millwright III (3-5 years)earns $72,851, a Millwright IV (5-7 years)earns $80,972,

What are the highest paying states for a Mechanical Millwright?

Mechanical Millwright salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mechanical Millwright roles are District of Columbia $67,306, California $67,051, Massachusetts $66,157. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mechanical Millwright roles make?

Salaries for Mechanical Millwright level roles vary by specialization: Millwright Supervisor: $77,688; Millwright Superintendent: $71,731; Millwright Technician: $63,817; Traveling Millwright: $61,567; Millwright Helper: $60,404.

Mechanical Millwright Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mechanical Millwright make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanical Millwright in Delaware is $61,561 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,889
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,318 to $68,014
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,724

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Mechanical Millwright Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,014	$5,668	$1,308	$33
Average	$61,561	$5,130	$1,184	$30
25th Percentile	$54,318	$4,527	$1,045	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Mechanical Millwright Salaries

A Mechanical Millwright'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 Mechanical Millwright 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 Mechanical Millwrights. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,306.
California: $67,051.
Massachusetts: $66,157.

District of Columbia $67,306 California $67,051 Massachusetts $66,157 Washington $65,914 New Jersey $65,890 Alaska $65,804 Connecticut $64,966 New York $64,625

Hawaii $63,537 Rhode Island $63,026 Maryland $62,680 Minnesota $62,206 Colorado $62,023 Illinois $61,963 Oregon $61,732 Delaware $61,561

New Hampshire $61,454 Virginia $61,215 Pennsylvania $60,516 Nevada $60,163 North Dakota $60,048 Michigan $59,865 Wisconsin $59,798 Vermont $59,665

Texas $59,294 Maine $59,270 Arizona $59,233 Ohio $59,191 Georgia $58,631 Indiana $58,352 Wyoming $58,297 Utah $58,212

Iowa $58,175 Kansas $57,884 Louisiana $57,798 North Carolina $57,768 Missouri $57,756 Florida $57,519 Montana $57,391 Nebraska $57,270

Kentucky $57,203 South Carolina $56,960 Tennessee $56,808 Idaho $56,747 New Mexico $56,303 Oklahoma $56,206 Alabama $55,847 South Dakota $55,245

Arkansas $54,917 West Virginia $54,741 Mississippi $54,212

Top Paying Cities for Mechanical Millwrights

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: $61,284
Little Creek: $61,733
Magnolia: $61,644

Lincoln, DE $61,284 Little Creek, DE $61,733 Magnolia, DE $61,644 Milford, DE $61,440 Marydel, DE $61,541 Millsboro, DE $61,027 Millville, DE $61,121 Milton, DE $61,227

Nassau, DE $61,271 Ocean View, DE $61,111 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,228 Seaford, DE $61,263 Selbyville, DE $61,009 Smyrna, DE $61,775 Viola, DE $61,491 Woodside, DE $61,656

Bear, DE $61,514 Newark, DE $61,491 Claymont, DE $61,617 Delaware City, DE $61,552 Hockessin, DE $61,485 Kirkwood, DE $61,541 Middletown, DE $61,564 Montchanin, DE $61,499

New Castle, DE $61,508 Odessa, DE $61,595 Port Penn, DE $61,636 Rockland, DE $61,505 Saint Georges, DE $61,545 Townsend, DE $61,640 Winterthur, DE $61,513 Lewes, DE $61,251

Wilmington, DE $61,488 Dover, DE $61,733 Dover Afb, DE $61,408 Bethany Beach, DE $61,046 Bethel, DE $61,110 Bridgeville, DE $61,254 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,559 Cheswold, DE $61,713

Clayton, DE $61,715 Dagsboro, DE $61,004 Delmar, DE $60,906 Ellendale, DE $61,091 Felton, DE $61,435 Fenwick Island, DE $61,017 Frankford, DE $60,911 Frederica, DE $61,496

Georgetown, DE $60,981 Greenwood, DE $61,263 Harbeson, DE $61,046 Harrington, DE $61,357 Hartly, DE $61,548 Houston, DE $61,270 Kenton, DE $61,718 Laurel, DE $60,944

Yorklyn, DE $61,504

Mechanical Millwright Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mechanical Millwright roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 125% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Mechanical Millwright positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Mechanical Millwright as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Mechanical Millwright

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$98,498	$47.0	60%
Energy & Utilities	$80,030	$38.0	30%
Biotechnology	$73,874	$36.0	20%
Chemicals	$67,717	$33.0	10%
Healthcare	$64,639	$31.0	5%

Mechanical Millwright Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mechanical Millwright'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

$54,318

Average $61,561/year

$68,014

$4,527

Average $5,130/month

$5,668

$1,045

Average $1,184/week

$1,308

$26

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,014	$5,668	$1,308	$33
Average	$61,561	$5,130	$1,184	$30
25th Percentile	$54,318	$4,527	$1,045	$26

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