What are the main factors that influence a Pool Maintenance Technician's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Pool Maintenance Technician?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Pool Maintenance Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Pool Maintenance Technician's salary?

A Pool Maintenance Technician's salary grows with experience: a Facility Maintenance Technician I (0-1 years)earns $44,120, a Pool Maintenance Technician (1-3 years)earns $51,130, a Facility Maintenance Technician III (3-5 years)earns $56,615, a Facility Maintenance Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $62,318,

What are the highest paying states for a Pool Maintenance Technician?

Pool Maintenance Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pool Maintenance Technician roles are District of Columbia $54,442, California $54,236, Massachusetts $53,513. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pool Maintenance Technician roles make?

Salaries for Pool Maintenance Technician level roles vary by specialization: Fleet/Motor Pool Manager: $102,480; Pool Repair Technician: $66,619; Maintenance Technician: $60,545; Pool And Spa Technician: $52,270; Assistant Pool Service Technician: $51,554.

Pool Maintenance Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pool Maintenance Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pool Maintenance Technician in Delaware is $49,796 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Pool Maintenance Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,243
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,392 to $54,741
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,563

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Pool Maintenance Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,741	$4,562	$1,053	$26
Average	$49,796	$4,150	$958	$24
25th Percentile	$43,392	$3,616	$834	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Pool Maintenance Technician Salaries

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

How Do Pool Maintenance Technician 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 Pool Maintenance Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $54,442.
California: $54,236.
Massachusetts: $53,513.

District of Columbia $54,442 California $54,236 Massachusetts $53,513 Washington $53,316 New Jersey $53,297 Alaska $53,228 Connecticut $52,549 New York $52,274

Hawaii $51,394 Rhode Island $50,981 Maryland $50,700 Minnesota $50,317 Colorado $50,169 Illinois $50,120 Oregon $49,933 Delaware $49,796

New Hampshire $49,709 Virginia $49,515 Pennsylvania $48,950 Nevada $48,665 North Dakota $48,571 Michigan $48,424 Wisconsin $48,370 Vermont $48,261

Texas $47,961 Maine $47,942 Arizona $47,912 Ohio $47,878 Georgia $47,426 Indiana $47,199 Wyoming $47,155 Utah $47,086

Iowa $47,057 Kansas $46,821 Louisiana $46,752 North Carolina $46,727 Missouri $46,717 Florida $46,526 Montana $46,422 Nebraska $46,324

Kentucky $46,270 South Carolina $46,073 Tennessee $45,950 Idaho $45,901 New Mexico $45,542 Oklahoma $45,464 Alabama $45,173 South Dakota $44,687

Arkansas $44,421 West Virginia $44,279 Mississippi $43,851

Top Paying Cities for Pool Maintenance Technicians

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: $49,571
Little Creek: $49,934
Magnolia: $49,862

Lincoln, DE $49,571 Little Creek, DE $49,934 Magnolia, DE $49,862 Milford, DE $49,697 Marydel, DE $49,779 Millsboro, DE $49,363 Millville, DE $49,440 Milton, DE $49,525

Nassau, DE $49,561 Ocean View, DE $49,431 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,526 Seaford, DE $49,554 Selbyville, DE $49,349 Smyrna, DE $49,969 Viola, DE $49,739 Woodside, DE $49,872

Bear, DE $49,757 Newark, DE $49,739 Claymont, DE $49,840 Delaware City, DE $49,788 Hockessin, DE $49,734 Kirkwood, DE $49,779 Middletown, DE $49,798 Montchanin, DE $49,745

New Castle, DE $49,753 Odessa, DE $49,823 Port Penn, DE $49,856 Rockland, DE $49,750 Saint Georges, DE $49,782 Townsend, DE $49,859 Winterthur, DE $49,756 Lewes, DE $49,544

Wilmington, DE $49,737 Dover, DE $49,934 Dover Afb, DE $49,671 Bethany Beach, DE $49,379 Bethel, DE $49,430 Bridgeville, DE $49,547 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,794 Cheswold, DE $49,918

Clayton, DE $49,919 Dagsboro, DE $49,345 Delmar, DE $49,266 Ellendale, DE $49,415 Felton, DE $49,693 Fenwick Island, DE $49,355 Frankford, DE $49,269 Frederica, DE $49,742

Georgetown, DE $49,326 Greenwood, DE $49,555 Harbeson, DE $49,379 Harrington, DE $49,630 Hartly, DE $49,785 Houston, DE $49,560 Kenton, DE $49,922 Laurel, DE $49,296

Yorklyn, DE $49,749

Pool Maintenance Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pool Maintenance Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Pool Maintenance Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Pool Maintenance Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Pool Maintenance Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$59,755	$29.0	20%
Telecom	$57,265	$28.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$54,775	$26.0	10%
Biotechnology	$54,775	$26.0	10%
Insurance	$54,775	$26.0	10%

Pool Maintenance Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pool Maintenance Technician'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

$43,392

Average $49,796/year

$54,741

$3,616

Average $4,150/month

$4,562

$834

Average $958/week

$1,053

$21

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,741	$4,562	$1,053	$26
Average	$49,796	$4,150	$958	$24
25th Percentile	$43,392	$3,616	$834	$21

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