What are the main factors that influence a Port Operator'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 Port Operator?

Port Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Port Operator roles are District of Columbia $55,612, California $55,401, Massachusetts $54,663. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Port Operator roles make?

Salaries for Port Operator level roles vary by specialization: Port Captain: $109,851; Port Director: $108,739; Port Engineer: $80,273; Port Manager: $60,333; Port Supervisor: $59,822.

Port Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Port Operator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Port Operator in Delaware is $50,866 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,254
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,078 to $57,350
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,541

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Port Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,350	$4,779	$1,103	$28
Average	$50,866	$4,239	$978	$24
25th Percentile	$48,078	$4,007	$925	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Port Operator Salaries

A Port Operator'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 Port Operator 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 Port Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $55,612.
California: $55,401.
Massachusetts: $54,663.

District of Columbia $55,612 California $55,401 Massachusetts $54,663 Washington $54,462 New Jersey $54,442 Alaska $54,372 Connecticut $53,679 New York $53,397

Hawaii $52,498 Rhode Island $52,076 Maryland $51,790 Minnesota $51,398 Colorado $51,248 Illinois $51,197 Oregon $51,006 Delaware $50,866

New Hampshire $50,777 Virginia $50,579 Pennsylvania $50,002 Nevada $49,711 North Dakota $49,615 Michigan $49,464 Wisconsin $49,409 Vermont $49,299

Texas $48,992 Maine $48,972 Arizona $48,942 Ohio $48,907 Georgia $48,445 Indiana $48,214 Wyoming $48,169 Utah $48,098

Iowa $48,068 Kansas $47,827 Louisiana $47,757 North Carolina $47,732 Missouri $47,722 Florida $47,526 Montana $47,420 Nebraska $47,320

Kentucky $47,264 South Carolina $47,064 Tennessee $46,938 Idaho $46,888 New Mexico $46,521 Oklahoma $46,441 Alabama $46,144 South Dakota $45,647

Arkansas $45,376 West Virginia $45,230 Mississippi $44,793

Top Paying Cities for Port Operators

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: $50,637
Little Creek: $51,007
Magnolia: $50,934

Lincoln, DE $50,637 Little Creek, DE $51,007 Magnolia, DE $50,934 Milford, DE $50,765 Marydel, DE $50,849 Millsboro, DE $50,424 Millville, DE $50,502 Milton, DE $50,590

Nassau, DE $50,626 Ocean View, DE $50,494 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,591 Seaford, DE $50,619 Selbyville, DE $50,410 Smyrna, DE $51,043 Viola, DE $50,808 Woodside, DE $50,944

Bear, DE $50,827 Newark, DE $50,808 Claymont, DE $50,912 Delaware City, DE $50,858 Hockessin, DE $50,803 Kirkwood, DE $50,849 Middletown, DE $50,868 Montchanin, DE $50,815

New Castle, DE $50,822 Odessa, DE $50,893 Port Penn, DE $50,928 Rockland, DE $50,820 Saint Georges, DE $50,852 Townsend, DE $50,931 Winterthur, DE $50,826 Lewes, DE $50,609

Wilmington, DE $50,806 Dover, DE $51,007 Dover Afb, DE $50,739 Bethany Beach, DE $50,440 Bethel, DE $50,493 Bridgeville, DE $50,612 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,864 Cheswold, DE $50,991

Clayton, DE $50,992 Dagsboro, DE $50,405 Delmar, DE $50,324 Ellendale, DE $50,477 Felton, DE $50,761 Fenwick Island, DE $50,416 Frankford, DE $50,328 Frederica, DE $50,812

Georgetown, DE $50,386 Greenwood, DE $50,620 Harbeson, DE $50,440 Harrington, DE $50,697 Hartly, DE $50,855 Houston, DE $50,625 Kenton, DE $50,995 Laurel, DE $50,356

Yorklyn, DE $50,818

Port Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Port Operator'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

$48,078

Average $50,866/year

$57,350

$4,007

Average $4,239/month

$4,779

$925

Average $978/week

$1,103

$23

Average $24/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,350	$4,779	$1,103	$28
Average	$50,866	$4,239	$978	$24
25th Percentile	$48,078	$4,007	$925	$23

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Port Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Port Operator make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Port Operator Salaries

How Do Port Operator Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Port Operators

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