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

A Skilled Construction Worker's salary grows with experience: starting around $44,507 for beginners, reaching about $46,885 at mid-level, and approach $47,551 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Skilled Construction Worker?

Skilled Construction Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Skilled Construction Worker roles are District of Columbia $48,510, California $48,326, Massachusetts $47,682. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Skilled Construction Worker roles make?

Salaries for Skilled Construction Worker level roles vary by specialization: Civil Construction Worker: $78,607; Construction Worker/Carpenter: $60,889; Construction Site Worker: $50,081; Skilled Construction Laborer: $45,427; Local Class C Skilled Worker/Laborer: $45,013.

Skilled Construction Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Skilled Construction Worker make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Skilled Construction Worker in Delaware is $44,369 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,466
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,074 to $49,131
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,074

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Skilled Construction Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,131	$4,094	$945	$24
Average	$44,369	$3,697	$853	$21
25th Percentile	$41,074	$3,423	$790	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Skilled Construction Worker Salaries

A Skilled Construction 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 Experience Level Affects Skilled Construction Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Skilled Construction Worker'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): $44,507
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,056
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,885
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,135
Expert (over 8 years): $47,551

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Skilled Construction Worker	$44,507
Intermediate Level Skilled Construction Worker	$45,056
Senior Level Skilled Construction Worker	$46,885
Specialist Level Skilled Construction Worker	$47,135
Expert Level Skilled Construction Worker	$47,551

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How Do Skilled Construction 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 Skilled Construction Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,510.
California: $48,326.
Massachusetts: $47,682.

District of Columbia $48,510 California $48,326 Massachusetts $47,682 Washington $47,506 New Jersey $47,489 Alaska $47,427 Connecticut $46,823 New York $46,577

Hawaii $45,793 Rhode Island $45,425 Maryland $45,175 Minnesota $44,834 Colorado $44,702 Illinois $44,658 Oregon $44,492 Delaware $44,369

New Hampshire $44,292 Virginia $44,120 Pennsylvania $43,616 Nevada $43,362 North Dakota $43,278 Michigan $43,147 Wisconsin $43,099 Vermont $43,002

Texas $42,735 Maine $42,718 Arizona $42,691 Ohio $42,661 Georgia $42,258 Indiana $42,056 Wyoming $42,017 Utah $41,955

Iowa $41,929 Kansas $41,719 Louisiana $41,657 North Carolina $41,635 Missouri $41,627 Florida $41,456 Montana $41,364 Nebraska $41,276

Kentucky $41,228 South Carolina $41,053 Tennessee $40,943 Idaho $40,899 New Mexico $40,580 Oklahoma $40,509 Alabama $40,251 South Dakota $39,817

Arkansas $39,581 West Virginia $39,454 Mississippi $39,072

Top Paying Cities for Skilled Construction 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: $44,170
Little Creek: $44,493
Magnolia: $44,429

Lincoln, DE $44,170 Little Creek, DE $44,493 Magnolia, DE $44,429 Milford, DE $44,282 Marydel, DE $44,354 Millsboro, DE $43,984 Millville, DE $44,052 Milton, DE $44,128

Nassau, DE $44,160 Ocean View, DE $44,045 Rehoboth Beach, DE $44,129 Seaford, DE $44,154 Selbyville, DE $43,972 Smyrna, DE $44,524 Viola, DE $44,319 Woodside, DE $44,438

Bear, DE $44,335 Newark, DE $44,319 Claymont, DE $44,409 Delaware City, DE $44,363 Hockessin, DE $44,315 Kirkwood, DE $44,354 Middletown, DE $44,372 Montchanin, DE $44,325

New Castle, DE $44,331 Odessa, DE $44,393 Port Penn, DE $44,423 Rockland, DE $44,329 Saint Georges, DE $44,357 Townsend, DE $44,426 Winterthur, DE $44,334 Lewes, DE $44,145

Wilmington, DE $44,317 Dover, DE $44,493 Dover Afb, DE $44,258 Bethany Beach, DE $43,998 Bethel, DE $44,044 Bridgeville, DE $44,148 Camden Wyoming, DE $44,368 Cheswold, DE $44,478

Clayton, DE $44,480 Dagsboro, DE $43,968 Delmar, DE $43,897 Ellendale, DE $44,030 Felton, DE $44,278 Fenwick Island, DE $43,977 Frankford, DE $43,901 Frederica, DE $44,322

Georgetown, DE $43,951 Greenwood, DE $44,155 Harbeson, DE $43,998 Harrington, DE $44,222 Hartly, DE $44,360 Houston, DE $44,159 Kenton, DE $44,482 Laurel, DE $43,925

Yorklyn, DE $44,328

Skilled Construction Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Skilled Construction 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.

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$41,074

Average $44,369/year

$49,131

$3,423

Average $3,697/month

$4,094

$790

Average $853/week

$945

$20

Average $21/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,131	$4,094	$945	$24
Average	$44,369	$3,697	$853	$21
25th Percentile	$41,074	$3,423	$790	$20

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