What are the main factors that influence a Navy Sailor'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 Navy Sailor?

Navy Sailor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Navy Sailor roles are District of Columbia $40,699, California $40,545, Massachusetts $40,005. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Navy Sailor roles make?

Salaries for Navy Sailor level roles vary by specialization: Navy Officer: $76,830; Navy Musician: $68,749; Sailor Or Marine Oiler: $63,506; Navy Chaplain: $61,145; Navy Recruiter: $53,583.

Navy Sailor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Navy Sailor make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Navy Sailor in Delaware is $37,226 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,500
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,780 to $41,033
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,463

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Navy Sailor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,033	$3,419	$789	$20
Average	$37,226	$3,102	$716	$18
25th Percentile	$35,780	$2,982	$688	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Navy Sailor Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $40,699.
California: $40,545.
Massachusetts: $40,005.

District of Columbia $40,699 California $40,545 Massachusetts $40,005 Washington $39,858 New Jersey $39,843 Alaska $39,791 Connecticut $39,284 New York $39,078

Hawaii $38,420 Rhode Island $38,112 Maryland $37,902 Minnesota $37,615 Colorado $37,505 Illinois $37,468 Oregon $37,329 Delaware $37,226

New Hampshire $37,161 Virginia $37,016 Pennsylvania $36,593 Nevada $36,380 North Dakota $36,310 Michigan $36,200 Wisconsin $36,160 Vermont $36,079

Texas $35,855 Maine $35,840 Arizona $35,818 Ohio $35,792 Georgia $35,454 Indiana $35,285 Wyoming $35,252 Utah $35,200

Iowa $35,178 Kansas $35,002 Louisiana $34,950 North Carolina $34,932 Missouri $34,925 Florida $34,781 Montana $34,704 Nebraska $34,630

Kentucky $34,590 South Carolina $34,443 Tennessee $34,351 Idaho $34,314 New Mexico $34,046 Oklahoma $33,987 Alabama $33,770 South Dakota $33,406

Arkansas $33,208 West Virginia $33,101 Mississippi $32,781

Top Paying Cities for Navy Sailors

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: $37,058
Little Creek: $37,329
Magnolia: $37,276

Lincoln, DE $37,058 Little Creek, DE $37,329 Magnolia, DE $37,276 Milford, DE $37,152 Marydel, DE $37,213 Millsboro, DE $36,903 Millville, DE $36,960 Milton, DE $37,023

Nassau, DE $37,050 Ocean View, DE $36,953 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,024 Seaford, DE $37,045 Selbyville, DE $36,892 Smyrna, DE $37,355 Viola, DE $37,183 Woodside, DE $37,283

Bear, DE $37,197 Newark, DE $37,183 Claymont, DE $37,259 Delaware City, DE $37,220 Hockessin, DE $37,180 Kirkwood, DE $37,213 Middletown, DE $37,227 Montchanin, DE $37,188

New Castle, DE $37,194 Odessa, DE $37,246 Port Penn, DE $37,271 Rockland, DE $37,192 Saint Georges, DE $37,216 Townsend, DE $37,273 Winterthur, DE $37,196 Lewes, DE $37,038

Wilmington, DE $37,182 Dover, DE $37,329 Dover Afb, DE $37,133 Bethany Beach, DE $36,914 Bethel, DE $36,953 Bridgeville, DE $37,040 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,224 Cheswold, DE $37,317

Clayton, DE $37,318 Dagsboro, DE $36,889 Delmar, DE $36,829 Ellendale, DE $36,941 Felton, DE $37,149 Fenwick Island, DE $36,897 Frankford, DE $36,832 Frederica, DE $37,186

Georgetown, DE $36,875 Greenwood, DE $37,046 Harbeson, DE $36,914 Harrington, DE $37,102 Hartly, DE $37,218 Houston, DE $37,049 Kenton, DE $37,320 Laurel, DE $36,853

Yorklyn, DE $37,191

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

Understanding how a Navy Sailor'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

$35,780

Average $37,226/year

$41,033

$2,982

Average $3,102/month

$3,419

$688

Average $716/week

$789

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,033	$3,419	$789	$20
Average	$37,226	$3,102	$716	$18
25th Percentile	$35,780	$2,982	$688	$17

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