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 $40,851, California $40,696, Massachusetts $40,154. 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: $76,856; Navy Musician: $68,757; Sailor Or Marine Oiler: $63,539; Navy Chaplain: $61,182; Navy Recruiter: $53,570.

Navy Sailor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Navy Sailor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Navy Sailor in Delaware is $37,364 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): $44,666
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,913 to $41,187
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,592

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Navy Sailor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,187	$3,432	$792	$20
Average	$37,364	$3,114	$719	$18
25th Percentile	$35,913	$2,993	$691	$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: $40,851.
California: $40,696.
Massachusetts: $40,154.

District of Columbia $40,851 California $40,696 Massachusetts $40,154 Washington $40,006 New Jersey $39,991 Alaska $39,940 Connecticut $39,431 New York $39,224

Hawaii $38,564 Rhode Island $38,254 Maryland $38,043 Minnesota $37,756 Colorado $37,645 Illinois $37,608 Oregon $37,468 Delaware $37,364

New Hampshire $37,300 Virginia $37,154 Pennsylvania $36,730 Nevada $36,516 North Dakota $36,446 Michigan $36,335 Wisconsin $36,294 Vermont $36,213

Texas $35,988 Maine $35,974 Arizona $35,951 Ohio $35,926 Georgia $35,586 Indiana $35,416 Wyoming $35,383 Utah $35,332

Iowa $35,309 Kansas $35,132 Louisiana $35,081 North Carolina $35,062 Missouri $35,055 Florida $34,911 Montana $34,833 Nebraska $34,760

Kentucky $34,719 South Carolina $34,571 Tennessee $34,479 Idaho $34,442 New Mexico $34,173 Oklahoma $34,114 Alabama $33,896 South Dakota $33,531

Arkansas $33,332 West Virginia $33,225 Mississippi $32,904

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: $37,196
Little Creek: $37,469
Magnolia: $37,415

Lincoln, DE $37,196 Little Creek, DE $37,469 Magnolia, DE $37,415 Milford, DE $37,291 Marydel, DE $37,352 Millsboro, DE $37,040 Millville, DE $37,097 Milton, DE $37,162

Nassau, DE $37,188 Ocean View, DE $37,091 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,162 Seaford, DE $37,183 Selbyville, DE $37,029 Smyrna, DE $37,494 Viola, DE $37,322 Woodside, DE $37,422

Bear, DE $37,336 Newark, DE $37,322 Claymont, DE $37,398 Delaware City, DE $37,359 Hockessin, DE $37,318 Kirkwood, DE $37,352 Middletown, DE $37,366 Montchanin, DE $37,327

New Castle, DE $37,332 Odessa, DE $37,385 Port Penn, DE $37,410 Rockland, DE $37,331 Saint Georges, DE $37,355 Townsend, DE $37,412 Winterthur, DE $37,335 Lewes, DE $37,176

Wilmington, DE $37,320 Dover, DE $37,469 Dover Afb, DE $37,271 Bethany Beach, DE $37,052 Bethel, DE $37,090 Bridgeville, DE $37,178 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,363 Cheswold, DE $37,456

Clayton, DE $37,457 Dagsboro, DE $37,026 Delmar, DE $36,967 Ellendale, DE $37,079 Felton, DE $37,288 Fenwick Island, DE $37,034 Frankford, DE $36,970 Frederica, DE $37,325

Georgetown, DE $37,012 Greenwood, DE $37,184 Harbeson, DE $37,052 Harrington, DE $37,241 Hartly, DE $37,356 Houston, DE $37,187 Kenton, DE $37,459 Laurel, DE $36,990

Yorklyn, DE $37,329

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 July 01, 2026

$35,913

Average $37,364/year

$41,187

$2,993

Average $3,114/month

$3,432

$691

Average $719/week

$792

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,187	$3,432	$792	$20
Average	$37,364	$3,114	$719	$18
25th Percentile	$35,913	$2,993	$691	$17

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