What are the main factors that influence a Shipyard Worker's salary?

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

How does experience change A Shipyard Worker's salary?

A Shipyard Worker's salary grows with experience: a Commercial Tire Technician I (0-1 years)earns $31,597, a Shipyard Worker (1-3 years)earns $38,636, a Commercial Tire Technician III (3-5 years)earns $44,053,

What are the highest paying states for a Shipyard Worker?

Shipyard Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Shipyard Worker roles are District of Columbia $41,468, California $41,311, Massachusetts $40,761. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Shipyard Worker roles make?

Salaries for Shipyard Worker level roles vary by specialization: Shipyard Superintendent: $93,977; Shipyard Estimator: $90,109; Piping Estimator Shipyard: $68,922; Forest and Conservation Worker: $61,710; Concrete Worker: $54,164.

Shipyard Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Shipyard Worker make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Shipyard Worker in Delaware is $37,929 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,105
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,535 to $40,639
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,444

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Shipyard Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,639	$3,387	$782	$20
Average	$37,929	$3,161	$729	$18
25th Percentile	$34,535	$2,878	$664	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Shipyard Worker Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $41,468.
California: $41,311.
Massachusetts: $40,761.

District of Columbia $41,468 California $41,311 Massachusetts $40,761 Washington $40,611 New Jersey $40,596 Alaska $40,543 Connecticut $40,026 New York $39,817

Hawaii $39,146 Rhode Island $38,832 Maryland $38,618 Minnesota $38,326 Colorado $38,214 Illinois $38,176 Oregon $38,034 Delaware $37,929

New Hampshire $37,863 Virginia $37,716 Pennsylvania $37,285 Nevada $37,068 North Dakota $36,996 Michigan $36,884 Wisconsin $36,843 Vermont $36,761

Texas $36,532 Maine $36,517 Arizona $36,495 Ohio $36,468 Georgia $36,124 Indiana $35,952 Wyoming $35,918 Utah $35,865

Iowa $35,843 Kansas $35,663 Louisiana $35,611 North Carolina $35,592 Missouri $35,584 Florida $35,438 Montana $35,360 Nebraska $35,285

Kentucky $35,244 South Carolina $35,094 Tennessee $35,000 Idaho $34,963 New Mexico $34,689 Oklahoma $34,629 Alabama $34,408 South Dakota $34,038

Arkansas $33,835 West Virginia $33,727 Mississippi $33,401

Top Paying Cities for Shipyard 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: $37,758
Little Creek: $38,035
Magnolia: $37,980

Lincoln, DE $37,758 Little Creek, DE $38,035 Magnolia, DE $37,980 Milford, DE $37,854 Marydel, DE $37,916 Millsboro, DE $37,600 Millville, DE $37,658 Milton, DE $37,723

Nassau, DE $37,750 Ocean View, DE $37,652 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,724 Seaford, DE $37,745 Selbyville, DE $37,589 Smyrna, DE $38,061 Viola, DE $37,886 Woodside, DE $37,987

Bear, DE $37,900 Newark, DE $37,886 Claymont, DE $37,963 Delaware City, DE $37,923 Hockessin, DE $37,882 Kirkwood, DE $37,916 Middletown, DE $37,931 Montchanin, DE $37,891

New Castle, DE $37,896 Odessa, DE $37,950 Port Penn, DE $37,975 Rockland, DE $37,895 Saint Georges, DE $37,919 Townsend, DE $37,977 Winterthur, DE $37,899 Lewes, DE $37,738

Wilmington, DE $37,884 Dover, DE $38,035 Dover Afb, DE $37,834 Bethany Beach, DE $37,612 Bethel, DE $37,651 Bridgeville, DE $37,740 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,928 Cheswold, DE $38,022

Clayton, DE $38,023 Dagsboro, DE $37,586 Delmar, DE $37,525 Ellendale, DE $37,639 Felton, DE $37,851 Fenwick Island, DE $37,594 Frankford, DE $37,528 Frederica, DE $37,889

Georgetown, DE $37,571 Greenwood, DE $37,746 Harbeson, DE $37,611 Harrington, DE $37,803 Hartly, DE $37,921 Houston, DE $37,749 Kenton, DE $38,025 Laurel, DE $37,549

Yorklyn, DE $37,893

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

Understanding how a Shipyard 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 May 01, 2026

$34,535

Average $37,929/year

$40,639

$2,878

Average $3,161/month

$3,387

$664

Average $729/week

$782

$17

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,639	$3,387	$782	$20
Average	$37,929	$3,161	$729	$18
25th Percentile	$34,535	$2,878	$664	$17

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