What are the main factors that influence a Route Drivers's salary?

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

How does experience change a Route Drivers's salary?

A Route Drivers's salary grows with experience: starting around $52,307 for beginners, reaching about $53,177 at mid-level, and approach $55,944 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Route Drivers?

Route Drivers salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Route Drivers roles are District of Columbia $57,743, California $57,524, Massachusetts $56,758. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Route Drivers roles make?

Salaries for Route Drivers level roles vary by specialization: Pile Drivers: $83,861; Drivers Mate: $61,158; Drivers Ed Instructor: $60,865; Drivers Education Instructor: $58,955; Flatbed Drivers: $55,212.

Route Drivers Salary in Delaware

How much does a Route Drivers make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Route Drivers in Delaware is $52,815 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,579
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,593 to $58,449
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,840

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Route Drivers Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,449	$4,871	$1,124	$28
Average	$52,815	$4,401	$1,016	$25
25th Percentile	$47,593	$3,966	$915	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Route Drivers Salaries

A Route Drivers'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 Route Drivers Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Route Drivers'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): $52,307
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,670
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,177
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $54,088
Expert (over 8 years): $55,944

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Route Drivers	$52,307
Intermediate Level Route Drivers	$52,670
Senior Level Route Drivers	$53,177
Specialist Level Route Drivers	$54,088
Expert Level Route Drivers	$55,944

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

District of Columbia: $57,743.
California: $57,524.
Massachusetts: $56,758.

District of Columbia $57,743 California $57,524 Massachusetts $56,758 Washington $56,549 New Jersey $56,528 Alaska $56,455 Connecticut $55,735 New York $55,443

Hawaii $54,510 Rhode Island $54,072 Maryland $53,774 Minnesota $53,368 Colorado $53,211 Illinois $53,159 Oregon $52,961 Delaware $52,815

New Hampshire $52,723 Virginia $52,518 Pennsylvania $51,918 Nevada $51,615 North Dakota $51,516 Michigan $51,360 Wisconsin $51,302 Vermont $51,188

Texas $50,870 Maine $50,849 Arizona $50,817 Ohio $50,781 Georgia $50,301 Indiana $50,061 Wyoming $50,014 Utah $49,941

Iowa $49,910 Kansas $49,660 Louisiana $49,587 North Carolina $49,561 Missouri $49,550 Florida $49,347 Montana $49,237 Nebraska $49,133

Kentucky $49,076 South Carolina $48,867 Tennessee $48,737 Idaho $48,684 New Mexico $48,304 Oklahoma $48,220 Alabama $47,913 South Dakota $47,396

Arkansas $47,115 West Virginia $46,963 Mississippi $46,510

Top Paying Cities for Route 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: $54,661
Little Creek: $54,155
Magnolia: $54,379

Lincoln, DE $54,661 Little Creek, DE $54,155 Magnolia, DE $54,379 Milford, DE $54,661 Marydel, DE $53,952 Millsboro, DE $54,661 Millville, DE $55,026 Milton, DE $54,661

Nassau, DE $54,661 Ocean View, DE $55,026 Rehoboth Beach, DE $55,026 Seaford, DE $54,087 Selbyville, DE $55,026 Smyrna, DE $53,889 Viola, DE $54,379 Woodside, DE $54,223

Bear, DE $53,493 Newark, DE $53,514 Claymont, DE $53,555 Delaware City, DE $53,514 Hockessin, DE $53,555 Kirkwood, DE $53,514 Middletown, DE $53,780 Montchanin, DE $53,555

New Castle, DE $53,555 Odessa, DE $53,853 Port Penn, DE $53,368 Rockland, DE $53,555 Saint Georges, DE $53,514 Townsend, DE $53,774 Winterthur, DE $53,555 Lewes, DE $54,661

Wilmington, DE $53,555 Dover, DE $54,129 Dover Afb, DE $54,254 Bethany Beach, DE $55,026 Bethel, DE $54,087 Bridgeville, DE $54,661 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,186 Cheswold, DE $54,004

Clayton, DE $53,868 Dagsboro, DE $55,026 Delmar, DE $54,087 Ellendale, DE $54,661 Felton, DE $54,661 Fenwick Island, DE $55,026 Frankford, DE $55,026 Frederica, DE $54,661

Georgetown, DE $54,661 Greenwood, DE $54,661 Harbeson, DE $54,661 Harrington, DE $54,661 Hartly, DE $53,842 Houston, DE $54,661 Kenton, DE $53,868 Laurel, DE $54,087

Yorklyn, DE $53,555

Route Drivers Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Route Drivers'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 January 01, 2026

$47,593

Average $52,815/year

$58,449

$3,966

Average $4,401/month

$4,871

$915

Average $1,016/week

$1,124

$23

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,449	$4,871	$1,124	$28
Average	$52,815	$4,401	$1,016	$25
25th Percentile	$47,593	$3,966	$915	$23

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