What are the main factors that influence a Navy Diver's salary?

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

How does experience change A Navy Diver's salary?

A Navy Diver's salary grows with experience: a Forester (0-0 years)earns $79,646, a Lawn Service Manager (0-0 years)earns $45,810, a Nursery/Greenhouse Manager (0-0 years)earns $53,512,

What are the highest paying states for a Navy Diver?

Navy Diver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Navy Diver roles are District of Columbia $56,303, California $56,089, Massachusetts $55,342. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Navy Diver roles make?

Salaries for Navy Diver level roles vary by specialization: Engineer Diver: $84,608; Navy Officer: $76,870; Navy Musician: $68,761; Navy Chaplain: $61,200; Diver: $57,913.

Navy Diver Salary in Delaware

How much does a Navy Diver make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Navy Diver in Delaware is $51,497 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,971
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,980 to $58,027
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,778

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Navy Diver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,027	$4,836	$1,116	$28
Average	$51,497	$4,291	$990	$25
25th Percentile	$47,980	$3,998	$923	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Navy Diver Salaries

A Navy Diver'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 Navy Diver 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 Navy Divers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,303.
California: $56,089.
Massachusetts: $55,342.

District of Columbia $56,303 California $56,089 Massachusetts $55,342 Washington $55,138 New Jersey $55,118 Alaska $55,047 Connecticut $54,345 New York $54,060

Hawaii $53,150 Rhode Island $52,723 Maryland $52,433 Minnesota $52,036 Colorado $51,884 Illinois $51,833 Oregon $51,640 Delaware $51,497

New Hampshire $51,408 Virginia $51,207 Pennsylvania $50,623 Nevada $50,328 North Dakota $50,231 Michigan $50,078 Wisconsin $50,023 Vermont $49,911

Texas $49,600 Maine $49,580 Arizona $49,550 Ohio $49,514 Georgia $49,046 Indiana $48,812 Wyoming $48,766 Utah $48,695

Iowa $48,665 Kansas $48,421 Louisiana $48,350 North Carolina $48,324 Missouri $48,314 Florida $48,116 Montana $48,009 Nebraska $47,907

Kentucky $47,851 South Carolina $47,648 Tennessee $47,521 Idaho $47,470 New Mexico $47,099 Oklahoma $47,017 Alabama $46,717 South Dakota $46,214

Arkansas $45,939 West Virginia $45,792 Mississippi $45,349

Top Paying Cities for Navy Divers

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: $51,265
Little Creek: $51,641
Magnolia: $51,566

Lincoln, DE $51,265 Little Creek, DE $51,641 Magnolia, DE $51,566 Milford, DE $51,396 Marydel, DE $51,480 Millsboro, DE $51,050 Millville, DE $51,129 Milton, DE $51,218

Nassau, DE $51,255 Ocean View, DE $51,120 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,219 Seaford, DE $51,248 Selbyville, DE $51,035 Smyrna, DE $51,676 Viola, DE $51,438 Woodside, DE $51,577

Bear, DE $51,458 Newark, DE $51,438 Claymont, DE $51,543 Delaware City, DE $51,490 Hockessin, DE $51,434 Kirkwood, DE $51,480 Middletown, DE $51,500 Montchanin, DE $51,445

New Castle, DE $51,453 Odessa, DE $51,525 Port Penn, DE $51,560 Rockland, DE $51,450 Saint Georges, DE $51,483 Townsend, DE $51,563 Winterthur, DE $51,457 Lewes, DE $51,237

Wilmington, DE $51,436 Dover, DE $51,641 Dover Afb, DE $51,369 Bethany Beach, DE $51,067 Bethel, DE $51,119 Bridgeville, DE $51,240 Camden Wyoming, DE $51,495 Cheswold, DE $51,624

Clayton, DE $51,625 Dagsboro, DE $51,031 Delmar, DE $50,949 Ellendale, DE $51,104 Felton, DE $51,391 Fenwick Island, DE $51,042 Frankford, DE $50,953 Frederica, DE $51,442

Georgetown, DE $51,012 Greenwood, DE $51,248 Harbeson, DE $51,066 Harrington, DE $51,326 Hartly, DE $51,486 Houston, DE $51,253 Kenton, DE $51,628 Laurel, DE $50,981

Yorklyn, DE $51,449

Navy Diver Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Navy Diver'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 August 01, 2026

$47,980

Average $51,497/year

$58,027

$3,998

Average $4,291/month

$4,836

$923

Average $990/week

$1,116

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,027	$4,836	$1,116	$28
Average	$51,497	$4,291	$990	$25
25th Percentile	$47,980	$3,998	$923	$23

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