What are the main factors that influence an Ocean Lifeguard'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 an Ocean Lifeguard?

Ocean Lifeguard salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Ocean Lifeguard roles are District of Columbia $44,350, California $44,181, Massachusetts $43,593. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Ocean Lifeguard roles make?

Salaries for Ocean Lifeguard level roles vary by specialization: Ocean Import Manager: $115,854; Ocean Freight Manager: $115,644; Ocean Export Specialist: $100,931; Ocean Engineering: $96,004; Ocean Engineer: $79,333.

Ocean Lifeguard Salary in Delaware

How much does an Ocean Lifeguard make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Ocean Lifeguard in Delaware is $40,564 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, an Ocean Lifeguard's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,782
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,132 to $50,623
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $26,366

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Ocean Lifeguard Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,623	$4,219	$974	$24
Average	$40,564	$3,380	$780	$20
25th Percentile	$33,132	$2,761	$637	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Ocean Lifeguard Salaries

An Ocean Lifeguard'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 Ocean Lifeguard 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 Ocean Lifeguards. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,350.
California: $44,181.
Massachusetts: $43,593.

District of Columbia $44,350 California $44,181 Massachusetts $43,593 Washington $43,432 New Jersey $43,416 Alaska $43,360 Connecticut $42,807 New York $42,583

Hawaii $41,866 Rhode Island $41,530 Maryland $41,301 Minnesota $40,989 Colorado $40,869 Illinois $40,829 Oregon $40,676 Delaware $40,564

New Hampshire $40,494 Virginia $40,336 Pennsylvania $39,875 Nevada $39,643 North Dakota $39,567 Michigan $39,447 Wisconsin $39,403 Vermont $39,315

Texas $39,070 Maine $39,054 Arizona $39,030 Ohio $39,002 Georgia $38,634 Indiana $38,449 Wyoming $38,413 Utah $38,357

Iowa $38,333 Kansas $38,141 Louisiana $38,085 North Carolina $38,065 Missouri $38,057 Florida $37,901 Montana $37,816 Nebraska $37,736

Kentucky $37,692 South Carolina $37,532 Tennessee $37,432 Idaho $37,392 New Mexico $37,099 Oklahoma $37,035 Alabama $36,799 South Dakota $36,403

Arkansas $36,186 West Virginia $36,070 Mississippi $35,722

Top Paying Cities for Ocean Lifeguards

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: $40,382
Little Creek: $40,677
Magnolia: $40,619

Lincoln, DE $40,382 Little Creek, DE $40,677 Magnolia, DE $40,619 Milford, DE $40,484 Marydel, DE $40,551 Millsboro, DE $40,212 Millville, DE $40,274 Milton, DE $40,344

Nassau, DE $40,373 Ocean View, DE $40,267 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,345 Seaford, DE $40,368 Selbyville, DE $40,201 Smyrna, DE $40,705 Viola, DE $40,518 Woodside, DE $40,627

Bear, DE $40,533 Newark, DE $40,518 Claymont, DE $40,601 Delaware City, DE $40,558 Hockessin, DE $40,514 Kirkwood, DE $40,551 Middletown, DE $40,566 Montchanin, DE $40,523

New Castle, DE $40,529 Odessa, DE $40,586 Port Penn, DE $40,614 Rockland, DE $40,527 Saint Georges, DE $40,553 Townsend, DE $40,616 Winterthur, DE $40,532 Lewes, DE $40,360

Wilmington, DE $40,516 Dover, DE $40,677 Dover Afb, DE $40,463 Bethany Beach, DE $40,225 Bethel, DE $40,267 Bridgeville, DE $40,362 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,563 Cheswold, DE $40,664

Clayton, DE $40,665 Dagsboro, DE $40,197 Delmar, DE $40,133 Ellendale, DE $40,254 Felton, DE $40,481 Fenwick Island, DE $40,206 Frankford, DE $40,136 Frederica, DE $40,521

Georgetown, DE $40,182 Greenwood, DE $40,368 Harbeson, DE $40,225 Harrington, DE $40,430 Hartly, DE $40,555 Houston, DE $40,372 Kenton, DE $40,667 Laurel, DE $40,158

Yorklyn, DE $40,526

Ocean Lifeguard Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Ocean Lifeguard'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

$33,132

Average $40,564/year

$50,623

$2,761

Average $3,380/month

$4,219

$637

Average $780/week

$974

$16

Average $20/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,623	$4,219	$974	$24
Average	$40,564	$3,380	$780	$20
25th Percentile	$33,132	$2,761	$637	$16

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