What are the main factors that influence a Narcotics Agent's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Narcotics Agent?

Narcotics Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Narcotics Agent roles are District of Columbia $60,781, California $60,550, Massachusetts $59,743. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Narcotics Agent roles make?

Salaries for Narcotics Agent level roles vary by specialization: ROW Agent: $100,930; Narcotics Officer: $71,933; Sales Agent: $61,903; Insurance Agent: $58,496; Escrow Agent: $58,201.

Narcotics Agent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Narcotics Agent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Narcotics Agent in Delaware is $55,593 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,681
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,339 to $60,874
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,556

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Narcotics Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,874	$5,073	$1,171	$29
Average	$55,593	$4,633	$1,069	$27
25th Percentile	$50,339	$4,195	$968	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Narcotics Agent Salaries

A Narcotics Agent's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Narcotics Agent 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 Narcotics Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,781.
California: $60,550.
Massachusetts: $59,743.

District of Columbia $60,781 California $60,550 Massachusetts $59,743 Washington $59,523 New Jersey $59,501 Alaska $59,425 Connecticut $58,667 New York $58,360

Hawaii $57,377 Rhode Island $56,916 Maryland $56,603 Minnesota $56,175 Colorado $56,010 Illinois $55,955 Oregon $55,747 Delaware $55,593

New Hampshire $55,496 Virginia $55,280 Pennsylvania $54,649 Nevada $54,330 North Dakota $54,226 Michigan $54,061 Wisconsin $54,001 Vermont $53,880

Texas $53,545 Maine $53,523 Arizona $53,490 Ohio $53,452 Georgia $52,947 Indiana $52,694 Wyoming $52,645 Utah $52,568

Iowa $52,535 Kansas $52,272 Louisiana $52,195 North Carolina $52,167 Missouri $52,156 Florida $51,942 Montana $51,827 Nebraska $51,717

Kentucky $51,657 South Carolina $51,437 Tennessee $51,300 Idaho $51,245 New Mexico $50,844 Oklahoma $50,757 Alabama $50,433 South Dakota $49,889

Arkansas $49,593 West Virginia $49,434 Mississippi $48,956

Top Paying Cities for Narcotics Agents

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: $55,343
Little Creek: $55,748
Magnolia: $55,668

Lincoln, DE $55,343 Little Creek, DE $55,748 Magnolia, DE $55,668 Milford, DE $55,483 Marydel, DE $55,574 Millsboro, DE $55,110 Millville, DE $55,195 Milton, DE $55,291

Nassau, DE $55,331 Ocean View, DE $55,186 Rehoboth Beach, DE $55,292 Seaford, DE $55,323 Selbyville, DE $55,094 Smyrna, DE $55,786 Viola, DE $55,529 Woodside, DE $55,679

Bear, DE $55,550 Newark, DE $55,529 Claymont, DE $55,643 Delaware City, DE $55,585 Hockessin, DE $55,524 Kirkwood, DE $55,574 Middletown, DE $55,596 Montchanin, DE $55,537

New Castle, DE $55,545 Odessa, DE $55,623 Port Penn, DE $55,660 Rockland, DE $55,542 Saint Georges, DE $55,578 Townsend, DE $55,664 Winterthur, DE $55,549 Lewes, DE $55,312

Wilmington, DE $55,527 Dover, DE $55,748 Dover Afb, DE $55,454 Bethany Beach, DE $55,128 Bethel, DE $55,185 Bridgeville, DE $55,315 Camden Wyoming, DE $55,591 Cheswold, DE $55,730

Clayton, DE $55,731 Dagsboro, DE $55,089 Delmar, DE $55,001 Ellendale, DE $55,168 Felton, DE $55,479 Fenwick Island, DE $55,102 Frankford, DE $55,005 Frederica, DE $55,534

Georgetown, DE $55,069 Greenwood, DE $55,324 Harbeson, DE $55,127 Harrington, DE $55,408 Hartly, DE $55,581 Houston, DE $55,329 Kenton, DE $55,734 Laurel, DE $55,036

Yorklyn, DE $55,541

Narcotics Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Narcotics Agent'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

$50,339

Average $55,593/year

$60,874

$4,195

Average $4,633/month

$5,073

$968

Average $1,069/week

$1,171

$24

Average $27/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,874	$5,073	$1,171	$29
Average	$55,593	$4,633	$1,069	$27
25th Percentile	$50,339	$4,195	$968	$24

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