What are the main factors that influence a Propane Driver'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 Propane Driver?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Propane Driver roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Propane Driver's salary?

A Propane Driver's salary grows with experience: starting around $48,134 for beginners, reaching about $50,782 at mid-level, and approach $51,458 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Propane Driver?

Propane Driver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Propane Driver roles are District of Columbia $52,410, California $52,211, Massachusetts $51,515. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Propane Driver roles make?

Salaries for Propane Driver level roles vary by specialization: Propane Service Technician: $86,071; Propane Manager: $63,753; Driver/Sales Representative: $57,623; Propane Service Tech: $53,120; Propane Delivery Driver: $52,295.

Propane Driver Salary in Delaware

How much does a Propane Driver make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Propane Driver in Delaware is $47,937 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,730
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,201 to $53,063
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,889

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Propane Driver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,063	$4,422	$1,020	$26
Average	$47,937	$3,995	$922	$23
25th Percentile	$43,201	$3,600	$831	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Propane Driver Salaries

A Propane Driver'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 Experience Level Affects Propane Driver Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Propane Driver's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $48,134
Early Career (1-2 years): $48,924
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,782
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $51,035
Expert (over 8 years): $51,458

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Propane Driver	$48,134
Intermediate Level Propane Driver	$48,924
Senior Level Propane Driver	$50,782
Specialist Level Propane Driver	$51,035
Expert Level Propane Driver	$51,458

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How Do Propane Driver 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 Propane Drivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,410.
California: $52,211.
Massachusetts: $51,515.

District of Columbia $52,410 California $52,211 Massachusetts $51,515 Washington $51,326 New Jersey $51,307 Alaska $51,241 Connecticut $50,588 New York $50,323

Hawaii $49,475 Rhode Island $49,078 Maryland $48,808 Minnesota $48,439 Colorado $48,297 Illinois $48,249 Oregon $48,069 Delaware $47,937

New Hampshire $47,854 Virginia $47,667 Pennsylvania $47,123 Nevada $46,848 North Dakota $46,758 Michigan $46,616 Wisconsin $46,564 Vermont $46,460

Texas $46,171 Maine $46,152 Arizona $46,124 Ohio $46,091 Georgia $45,655 Indiana $45,438 Wyoming $45,395 Utah $45,329

Iowa $45,300 Kansas $45,073 Louisiana $45,007 North Carolina $44,983 Missouri $44,974 Florida $44,789 Montana $44,690 Nebraska $44,595

Kentucky $44,543 South Carolina $44,354 Tennessee $44,235 Idaho $44,188 New Mexico $43,842 Oklahoma $43,767 Alabama $43,487 South Dakota $43,019

Arkansas $42,763 West Virginia $42,626 Mississippi $42,214

Top Paying Cities for Propane Drivers

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: $47,721
Little Creek: $48,070
Magnolia: $48,001

Lincoln, DE $47,721 Little Creek, DE $48,070 Magnolia, DE $48,001 Milford, DE $47,842 Marydel, DE $47,921 Millsboro, DE $47,521 Millville, DE $47,594 Milton, DE $47,677

Nassau, DE $47,711 Ocean View, DE $47,586 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,677 Seaford, DE $47,704 Selbyville, DE $47,507 Smyrna, DE $48,103 Viola, DE $47,882 Woodside, DE $48,011

Bear, DE $47,900 Newark, DE $47,882 Claymont, DE $47,980 Delaware City, DE $47,930 Hockessin, DE $47,878 Kirkwood, DE $47,921 Middletown, DE $47,939 Montchanin, DE $47,889

New Castle, DE $47,896 Odessa, DE $47,963 Port Penn, DE $47,995 Rockland, DE $47,893 Saint Georges, DE $47,924 Townsend, DE $47,998 Winterthur, DE $47,899 Lewes, DE $47,695

Wilmington, DE $47,880 Dover, DE $48,070 Dover Afb, DE $47,817 Bethany Beach, DE $47,536 Bethel, DE $47,585 Bridgeville, DE $47,697 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,935 Cheswold, DE $48,055

Clayton, DE $48,056 Dagsboro, DE $47,503 Delmar, DE $47,427 Ellendale, DE $47,570 Felton, DE $47,838 Fenwick Island, DE $47,513 Frankford, DE $47,430 Frederica, DE $47,886

Georgetown, DE $47,485 Greenwood, DE $47,705 Harbeson, DE $47,535 Harrington, DE $47,778 Hartly, DE $47,926 Houston, DE $47,710 Kenton, DE $48,059 Laurel, DE $47,456

Yorklyn, DE $47,892

Propane Driver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Propane Driver roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 106% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Propane Driver positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Propane Driver as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Propane Driver

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$67,112	$32.0	40%
Energy & Utilities	$62,318	$30.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$59,921	$29.0	25%
Chemicals	$57,524	$28.0	20%
Financial Services	$55,127	$27.0	15%

Propane Driver Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Propane Driver'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.

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$43,201

Average $47,937/year

$53,063

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Average $3,995/month

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Average $922/week

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Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,063	$4,422	$1,020	$26
Average	$47,937	$3,995	$922	$23
25th Percentile	$43,201	$3,600	$831	$21

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