What are the main factors that influence a Public Safety Telecommunicator'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 Public Safety Telecommunicator?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Public Safety Telecommunicator roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Public Safety Telecommunicator's salary?

A Public Safety Telecommunicator's salary grows with experience: starting around $44,451 for beginners, reaching about $47,022 at mid-level, and approach $48,328 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Public Safety Telecommunicator?

Public Safety Telecommunicator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Public Safety Telecommunicator roles are District of Columbia $49,190, California $49,004, Massachusetts $48,351. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Public Safety Telecommunicator roles make?

Salaries for Public Safety Telecommunicator level roles vary by specialization: Director of Public Safety: $132,313; Campus Public Safety and Security Director: $130,400; Public Safety Director: $128,235; Public Safety Manager: $123,229; Public Safety Supervisor: $87,085.

Public Safety Telecommunicator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Public Safety Telecommunicator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Public Safety Telecommunicator in Delaware is $44,992 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Public Safety Telecommunicator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,000
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,425 to $49,707
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,356

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Public Safety Telecommunicator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,707	$4,142	$956	$24
Average	$44,992	$3,749	$865	$22
25th Percentile	$39,425	$3,285	$758	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Public Safety Telecommunicator Salaries

A Public Safety Telecommunicator'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 Public Safety Telecommunicator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Public Safety Telecommunicator'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): $44,451
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,610
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,022
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,966
Expert (over 8 years): $48,328

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Public Safety Telecommunicator	$44,451
Intermediate Level Public Safety Telecommunicator	$45,610
Senior Level Public Safety Telecommunicator	$47,022
Specialist Level Public Safety Telecommunicator	$47,966
Expert Level Public Safety Telecommunicator	$48,328

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How Do Public Safety Telecommunicator 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 Public Safety Telecommunicators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,190.
California: $49,004.
Massachusetts: $48,351.

District of Columbia $49,190 California $49,004 Massachusetts $48,351 Washington $48,173 New Jersey $48,155 Alaska $48,093 Connecticut $47,480 New York $47,231

Hawaii $46,436 Rhode Island $46,063 Maryland $45,809 Minnesota $45,463 Colorado $45,329 Illinois $45,285 Oregon $45,116 Delaware $44,992

New Hampshire $44,914 Virginia $44,739 Pennsylvania $44,228 Nevada $43,970 North Dakota $43,886 Michigan $43,752 Wisconsin $43,703 Vermont $43,606

Texas $43,335 Maine $43,317 Arizona $43,290 Ohio $43,259 Georgia $42,850 Indiana $42,646 Wyoming $42,606 Utah $42,544

Iowa $42,517 Kansas $42,304 Louisiana $42,242 North Carolina $42,220 Missouri $42,211 Florida $42,037 Montana $41,944 Nebraska $41,855

Kentucky $41,806 South Carolina $41,629 Tennessee $41,518 Idaho $41,473 New Mexico $41,149 Oklahoma $41,078 Alabama $40,816 South Dakota $40,376

Arkansas $40,136 West Virginia $40,007 Mississippi $39,621

Top Paying Cities for Public Safety Telecommunicators

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: $44,789
Little Creek: $45,117
Magnolia: $45,052

Lincoln, DE $44,789 Little Creek, DE $45,117 Magnolia, DE $45,052 Milford, DE $44,903 Marydel, DE $44,977 Millsboro, DE $44,601 Millville, DE $44,670 Milton, DE $44,747

Nassau, DE $44,780 Ocean View, DE $44,663 Rehoboth Beach, DE $44,748 Seaford, DE $44,774 Selbyville, DE $44,588 Smyrna, DE $45,148 Viola, DE $44,940 Woodside, DE $45,061

Bear, DE $44,957 Newark, DE $44,940 Claymont, DE $45,032 Delaware City, DE $44,985 Hockessin, DE $44,936 Kirkwood, DE $44,977 Middletown, DE $44,994 Montchanin, DE $44,947

New Castle, DE $44,953 Odessa, DE $45,016 Port Penn, DE $45,046 Rockland, DE $44,951 Saint Georges, DE $44,980 Townsend, DE $45,049 Winterthur, DE $44,956 Lewes, DE $44,765

Wilmington, DE $44,939 Dover, DE $45,117 Dover Afb, DE $44,879 Bethany Beach, DE $44,616 Bethel, DE $44,662 Bridgeville, DE $44,767 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,990 Cheswold, DE $45,102

Clayton, DE $45,104 Dagsboro, DE $44,584 Delmar, DE $44,513 Ellendale, DE $44,648 Felton, DE $44,899 Fenwick Island, DE $44,594 Frankford, DE $44,516 Frederica, DE $44,944

Georgetown, DE $44,568 Greenwood, DE $44,774 Harbeson, DE $44,615 Harrington, DE $44,843 Hartly, DE $44,982 Houston, DE $44,779 Kenton, DE $45,106 Laurel, DE $44,541

Yorklyn, DE $44,950

Public Safety Telecommunicator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Public Safety Telecommunicator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Public Safety Telecommunicator positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Public Safety Telecommunicator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Public Safety Telecommunicator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$53,990	$26.0	20%

Public Safety Telecommunicator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Public Safety Telecommunicator'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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$39,425

Average $44,992/year

$49,707

$3,285

Average $3,749/month

$4,142

$758

Average $865/week

$956

$19

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,707	$4,142	$956	$24
Average	$44,992	$3,749	$865	$22
25th Percentile	$39,425	$3,285	$758	$19

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