What are the main factors that influence a Sailor'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 Sailor?

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Sailor roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Sailor's salary?

A Sailor's salary grows with experience: starting around $45,547 for beginners, reaching about $47,240 at mid-level, and approach $48,551 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Sailor?

Sailor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sailor roles are District of Columbia $49,573, California $49,385, Massachusetts $48,727. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sailor roles make?

Salaries for Sailor level roles vary by specialization: Sailor Or Marine Oiler: $63,539; Us Navy Sailor: $52,128; Enlisted Sailor: $37,461; Navy Sailor: $36,896.

Sailor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sailor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sailor in Delaware is $45,342 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,115
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,425 to $49,934
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,948

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Sailor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,934	$4,161	$960	$24
Average	$45,342	$3,779	$872	$22
25th Percentile	$40,425	$3,369	$777	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Sailor Salaries

A Sailor'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 Sailor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sailor'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): $45,547
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,230
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,240
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $48,187
Expert (over 8 years): $48,551

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Sailor	$45,547
Intermediate Level Sailor	$46,230
Senior Level Sailor	$47,240
Specialist Level Sailor	$48,187
Expert Level Sailor	$48,551

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

District of Columbia: $49,573.
California: $49,385.
Massachusetts: $48,727.

District of Columbia $49,573 California $49,385 Massachusetts $48,727 Washington $48,548 New Jersey $48,530 Alaska $48,467 Connecticut $47,849 New York $47,599

Hawaii $46,797 Rhode Island $46,421 Maryland $46,166 Minnesota $45,817 Colorado $45,682 Illinois $45,638 Oregon $45,467 Delaware $45,342

New Hampshire $45,263 Virginia $45,087 Pennsylvania $44,572 Nevada $44,312 North Dakota $44,227 Michigan $44,093 Wisconsin $44,044 Vermont $43,945

Texas $43,672 Maine $43,654 Arizona $43,627 Ohio $43,596 Georgia $43,184 Indiana $42,978 Wyoming $42,938 Utah $42,875

Iowa $42,848 Kansas $42,633 Louisiana $42,571 North Carolina $42,548 Missouri $42,539 Florida $42,365 Montana $42,271 Nebraska $42,181

Kentucky $42,132 South Carolina $41,953 Tennessee $41,841 Idaho $41,796 New Mexico $41,469 Oklahoma $41,397 Alabama $41,133 South Dakota $40,690

Arkansas $40,448 West Virginia $40,318 Mississippi $39,929

Top Paying Cities for Sailors

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: $45,138
Little Creek: $45,468
Magnolia: $45,403

Lincoln, DE $45,138 Little Creek, DE $45,468 Magnolia, DE $45,403 Milford, DE $45,252 Marydel, DE $45,327 Millsboro, DE $44,948 Millville, DE $45,018 Milton, DE $45,096

Nassau, DE $45,128 Ocean View, DE $45,010 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,097 Seaford, DE $45,122 Selbyville, DE $44,935 Smyrna, DE $45,500 Viola, DE $45,290 Woodside, DE $45,412

Bear, DE $45,307 Newark, DE $45,290 Claymont, DE $45,383 Delaware City, DE $45,335 Hockessin, DE $45,286 Kirkwood, DE $45,327 Middletown, DE $45,344 Montchanin, DE $45,296

New Castle, DE $45,303 Odessa, DE $45,367 Port Penn, DE $45,397 Rockland, DE $45,301 Saint Georges, DE $45,330 Townsend, DE $45,400 Winterthur, DE $45,306 Lewes, DE $45,113

Wilmington, DE $45,288 Dover, DE $45,468 Dover Afb, DE $45,229 Bethany Beach, DE $44,963 Bethel, DE $45,009 Bridgeville, DE $45,115 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,340 Cheswold, DE $45,454

Clayton, DE $45,455 Dagsboro, DE $44,931 Delmar, DE $44,859 Ellendale, DE $44,995 Felton, DE $45,249 Fenwick Island, DE $44,941 Frankford, DE $44,863 Frederica, DE $45,294

Georgetown, DE $44,914 Greenwood, DE $45,123 Harbeson, DE $44,962 Harrington, DE $45,192 Hartly, DE $45,332 Houston, DE $45,127 Kenton, DE $45,457 Laurel, DE $44,888

Yorklyn, DE $45,299

Sailor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sailor 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, MFG Durable, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Sailor positions in MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Sailor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Sailor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$54,410	$26.0	20%

Sailor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sailor'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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$40,425

Average $45,342/year

$49,934

$3,369

Average $3,779/month

$4,161

$777

Average $872/week

$960

$19

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,934	$4,161	$960	$24
Average	$45,342	$3,779	$872	$22
25th Percentile	$40,425	$3,369	$777	$19

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