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

Port Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Port Worker roles are District of Columbia $40,555, California $40,401, Massachusetts $39,862. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Port Worker roles make?

Salaries for Port Worker level roles vary by specialization: Port Captain: $109,846; Port Director: $108,727; Port Engineer: $80,277; Port Operations Manager: $71,126; Port Manager: $60,324.

Port Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Port Worker make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Port Worker in Delaware is $37,093 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,342
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,653 to $40,888
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,341

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Port Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,888	$3,407	$786	$20
Average	$37,093	$3,091	$713	$18
25th Percentile	$35,653	$2,971	$686	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Port Worker Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $40,555.
California: $40,401.
Massachusetts: $39,862.

District of Columbia $40,555 California $40,401 Massachusetts $39,862 Washington $39,716 New Jersey $39,701 Alaska $39,650 Connecticut $39,145 New York $38,939

Hawaii $38,284 Rhode Island $37,976 Maryland $37,767 Minnesota $37,482 Colorado $37,372 Illinois $37,335 Oregon $37,196 Delaware $37,093

New Hampshire $37,029 Virginia $36,885 Pennsylvania $36,463 Nevada $36,251 North Dakota $36,181 Michigan $36,071 Wisconsin $36,031 Vermont $35,951

Texas $35,727 Maine $35,712 Arizona $35,691 Ohio $35,665 Georgia $35,328 Indiana $35,159 Wyoming $35,126 Utah $35,075

Iowa $35,053 Kansas $34,877 Louisiana $34,826 North Carolina $34,808 Missouri $34,800 Florida $34,658 Montana $34,581 Nebraska $34,507

Kentucky $34,467 South Carolina $34,321 Tennessee $34,229 Idaho $34,192 New Mexico $33,925 Oklahoma $33,866 Alabama $33,650 South Dakota $33,288

Arkansas $33,090 West Virginia $32,984 Mississippi $32,665

Top Paying Cities for Port Workers

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: $36,926
Little Creek: $37,197
Magnolia: $37,143

Lincoln, DE $36,926 Little Creek, DE $37,197 Magnolia, DE $37,143 Milford, DE $37,020 Marydel, DE $37,081 Millsboro, DE $36,771 Millville, DE $36,828 Milton, DE $36,892

Nassau, DE $36,919 Ocean View, DE $36,822 Rehoboth Beach, DE $36,893 Seaford, DE $36,914 Selbyville, DE $36,761 Smyrna, DE $37,222 Viola, DE $37,051 Woodside, DE $37,151

Bear, DE $37,065 Newark, DE $37,051 Claymont, DE $37,127 Delaware City, DE $37,088 Hockessin, DE $37,048 Kirkwood, DE $37,081 Middletown, DE $37,095 Montchanin, DE $37,056

New Castle, DE $37,062 Odessa, DE $37,114 Port Penn, DE $37,138 Rockland, DE $37,060 Saint Georges, DE $37,083 Townsend, DE $37,141 Winterthur, DE $37,064 Lewes, DE $36,906

Wilmington, DE $37,049 Dover, DE $37,197 Dover Afb, DE $37,001 Bethany Beach, DE $36,783 Bethel, DE $36,821 Bridgeville, DE $36,908 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,092 Cheswold, DE $37,185

Clayton, DE $37,186 Dagsboro, DE $36,757 Delmar, DE $36,699 Ellendale, DE $36,810 Felton, DE $37,017 Fenwick Island, DE $36,766 Frankford, DE $36,701 Frederica, DE $37,054

Georgetown, DE $36,744 Greenwood, DE $36,914 Harbeson, DE $36,783 Harrington, DE $36,970 Hartly, DE $37,085 Houston, DE $36,918 Kenton, DE $37,188 Laurel, DE $36,722

Yorklyn, DE $37,059

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

Understanding how a Port Worker'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

$35,653

Average $37,093/year

$40,888

$2,971

Average $3,091/month

$3,407

$686

Average $713/week

$786

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,888	$3,407	$786	$20
Average	$37,093	$3,091	$713	$18
25th Percentile	$35,653	$2,971	$686	$17

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