What are the main factors that influence a Mill Worker'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 Mill Worker?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Mill Worker roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Mill Worker's salary?

A Mill Worker's salary grows with experience: starting around $41,834 for beginners, reaching about $42,634 at mid-level, and approach $44,010 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Mill Worker?

Mill Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mill Worker roles are District of Columbia $46,248, California $46,073, Massachusetts $45,459. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mill Worker roles make?

Salaries for Mill Worker level roles vary by specialization: Mill Manager: $105,902; Mill Supervisor: $101,435; Mill Engineer: $82,742; Mill Maintenance: $61,486; Mill Laborer: $61,299.

Mill Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mill Worker make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mill Worker in Delaware is $42,301 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,229
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,499 to $44,881
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,127

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Mill Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,881	$3,740	$863	$22
Average	$42,301	$3,525	$813	$20
25th Percentile	$37,499	$3,125	$721	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Mill Worker Salaries

A Mill Worker'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 Mill Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mill Worker'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): $41,834
Early Career (1-2 years): $42,168
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $42,634
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $43,366
Expert (over 8 years): $44,010

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Mill Worker	$41,834
Intermediate Level Mill Worker	$42,168
Senior Level Mill Worker	$42,634
Specialist Level Mill Worker	$43,366
Expert Level Mill Worker	$44,010

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How Do Mill Worker 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 Mill Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $46,248.
California: $46,073.
Massachusetts: $45,459.

District of Columbia $46,248 California $46,073 Massachusetts $45,459 Washington $45,292 New Jersey $45,275 Alaska $45,217 Connecticut $44,640 New York $44,406

Hawaii $43,659 Rhode Island $43,308 Maryland $43,070 Minnesota $42,744 Colorado $42,618 Illinois $42,577 Oregon $42,418 Delaware $42,301

New Hampshire $42,227 Virginia $42,063 Pennsylvania $41,583 Nevada $41,340 North Dakota $41,261 Michigan $41,136 Wisconsin $41,090 Vermont $40,998

Texas $40,743 Maine $40,726 Arizona $40,701 Ohio $40,672 Georgia $40,288 Indiana $40,096 Wyoming $40,058 Utah $39,999

Iowa $39,974 Kansas $39,774 Louisiana $39,715 North Carolina $39,695 Missouri $39,686 Florida $39,523 Montana $39,436 Nebraska $39,352

Kentucky $39,306 South Carolina $39,139 Tennessee $39,035 Idaho $38,993 New Mexico $38,688 Oklahoma $38,621 Alabama $38,375 South Dakota $37,961

Arkansas $37,735 West Virginia $37,614 Mississippi $37,251

Top Paying Cities for Mill Workers

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: $42,111
Little Creek: $42,419
Magnolia: $42,358

Lincoln, DE $42,111 Little Creek, DE $42,419 Magnolia, DE $42,358 Milford, DE $42,217 Marydel, DE $42,287 Millsboro, DE $41,934 Millville, DE $41,999 Milton, DE $42,071

Nassau, DE $42,102 Ocean View, DE $41,991 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,072 Seaford, DE $42,096 Selbyville, DE $41,922 Smyrna, DE $42,448 Viola, DE $42,253 Woodside, DE $42,366

Bear, DE $42,268 Newark, DE $42,253 Claymont, DE $42,339 Delaware City, DE $42,295 Hockessin, DE $42,249 Kirkwood, DE $42,287 Middletown, DE $42,303 Montchanin, DE $42,258

New Castle, DE $42,265 Odessa, DE $42,324 Port Penn, DE $42,352 Rockland, DE $42,263 Saint Georges, DE $42,290 Townsend, DE $42,355 Winterthur, DE $42,268 Lewes, DE $42,088

Wilmington, DE $42,251 Dover, DE $42,419 Dover Afb, DE $42,195 Bethany Beach, DE $41,947 Bethel, DE $41,991 Bridgeville, DE $42,090 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,299 Cheswold, DE $42,405

Clayton, DE $42,406 Dagsboro, DE $41,918 Delmar, DE $41,851 Ellendale, DE $41,978 Felton, DE $42,214 Fenwick Island, DE $41,927 Frankford, DE $41,854 Frederica, DE $42,256

Georgetown, DE $41,902 Greenwood, DE $42,096 Harbeson, DE $41,947 Harrington, DE $42,161 Hartly, DE $42,292 Houston, DE $42,100 Kenton, DE $42,408 Laurel, DE $41,877

Yorklyn, DE $42,261

Mill Worker Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mill Worker roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Mill Worker positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Mill Worker as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Mill Worker

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$46,531	$22.0	10%

Mill Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mill Worker'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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$37,499

Average $42,301/year

$44,881

$3,125

Average $3,525/month

$3,740

$721

Average $813/week

$863

$18

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,881	$3,740	$863	$22
Average	$42,301	$3,525	$813	$20
25th Percentile	$37,499	$3,125	$721	$18

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