What are the main factors that influence a Nail Tech's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Nail Tech's salary?

A Nail Tech's salary grows with experience: a Nail Tech (0-0 years)earns $24,662, an Electrologist (0-0 years)earns $28,287, a Barber (0-0 years)earns $37,372,

What are the highest paying states for a Nail Tech?

Nail Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nail Tech roles are District of Columbia $26,493, California $26,393, Massachusetts $26,041. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Nail Tech roles make?

Salaries for Nail Tech level roles vary by specialization: Nail Designer: $69,968; Nail Salon Receptionist: $45,119; Mobile Nail Technician: $43,505; Nail Manicurist: $42,588; Licensed Nail Technician: $27,418.

Nail Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Nail Tech make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nail Tech in Delaware is $24,232 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $12.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $29,151
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $22,167 to $26,807
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $20,287

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Nail Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$26,807	$2,234	$516	$13
Average	$24,232	$2,019	$466	$12
25th Percentile	$22,167	$1,847	$426	$11

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Key Factors That Influence Nail Tech Salaries

A Nail Tech'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 Nail Tech 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 Nail Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $26,493.
California: $26,393.
Massachusetts: $26,041.

District of Columbia $26,493 California $26,393 Massachusetts $26,041 Washington $25,945 New Jersey $25,936 Alaska $25,902 Connecticut $25,572 New York $25,438

Hawaii $25,010 Rhode Island $24,809 Maryland $24,672 Minnesota $24,486 Colorado $24,414 Illinois $24,390 Oregon $24,299 Delaware $24,232

New Hampshire $24,190 Virginia $24,095 Pennsylvania $23,820 Nevada $23,682 North Dakota $23,636 Michigan $23,564 Wisconsin $23,538 Vermont $23,485

Texas $23,339 Maine $23,330 Arizona $23,315 Ohio $23,299 Georgia $23,079 Indiana $22,968 Wyoming $22,947 Utah $22,913

Iowa $22,899 Kansas $22,784 Louisiana $22,751 North Carolina $22,739 Missouri $22,734 Florida $22,641 Montana $22,590 Nebraska $22,543

Kentucky $22,516 South Carolina $22,421 Tennessee $22,361 Idaho $22,337 New Mexico $22,162 Oklahoma $22,124 Alabama $21,983 South Dakota $21,746

Arkansas $21,617 West Virginia $21,547 Mississippi $21,339

Top Paying Cities for Nail Teches

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: $24,123
Little Creek: $24,299
Magnolia: $24,264

Lincoln, DE $24,123 Little Creek, DE $24,299 Magnolia, DE $24,264 Milford, DE $24,184 Marydel, DE $24,224 Millsboro, DE $24,022 Millville, DE $24,059 Milton, DE $24,100

Nassau, DE $24,118 Ocean View, DE $24,055 Rehoboth Beach, DE $24,101 Seaford, DE $24,114 Selbyville, DE $24,015 Smyrna, DE $24,316 Viola, DE $24,204 Woodside, DE $24,269

Bear, DE $24,213 Newark, DE $24,204 Claymont, DE $24,254 Delaware City, DE $24,228 Hockessin, DE $24,202 Kirkwood, DE $24,224 Middletown, DE $24,233 Montchanin, DE $24,207

New Castle, DE $24,211 Odessa, DE $24,245 Port Penn, DE $24,261 Rockland, DE $24,210 Saint Georges, DE $24,225 Townsend, DE $24,263 Winterthur, DE $24,213 Lewes, DE $24,110

Wilmington, DE $24,203 Dover, DE $24,299 Dover Afb, DE $24,171 Bethany Beach, DE $24,029 Bethel, DE $24,054 Bridgeville, DE $24,111 Camden Wyoming, DE $24,231 Cheswold, DE $24,291

Clayton, DE $24,292 Dagsboro, DE $24,012 Delmar, DE $23,974 Ellendale, DE $24,047 Felton, DE $24,182 Fenwick Island, DE $24,018 Frankford, DE $23,976 Frederica, DE $24,206

Georgetown, DE $24,003 Greenwood, DE $24,115 Harbeson, DE $24,029 Harrington, DE $24,151 Hartly, DE $24,227 Houston, DE $24,117 Kenton, DE $24,293 Laurel, DE $23,989

Yorklyn, DE $24,209

Nail Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Nail Tech'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 May 01, 2026

$22,167

Average $24,232/year

$26,807

$1,847

Average $2,019/month

$2,234

$426

Average $466/week

$516

$11

Average $12/hour

$13

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$26,807	$2,234	$516	$13
Average	$24,232	$2,019	$466	$12
25th Percentile	$22,167	$1,847	$426	$11

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