What are the main factors that influence a Solid Waste Management's salary?

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

How does experience change a Solid Waste Management's salary?

A Solid Waste Management's salary grows with experience: starting around $113,524 for beginners, reaching about $115,272 at mid-level, and approach $120,481 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Solid Waste Management?

Solid Waste Management salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Solid Waste Management roles are District of Columbia $126,028, California $125,550, Massachusetts $123,877. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Solid Waste Management roles make?

Salaries for Solid Waste Management level roles vary by specialization: Solid Waste Manager: $119,167; Solid Waste Supervisor: $118,370; Manager of Waste Management: $117,590; Waste Management Operator: $110,441; Waste Management Supervisor: $87,374.

Solid Waste Management Salary in Delaware

How much does a Solid Waste Management make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Solid Waste Management in Delaware is $115,272 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $144,505
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,687 to $130,573
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,229

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Solid Waste Management Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,573	$10,881	$2,511	$63
Average	$115,272	$9,606	$2,217	$55
25th Percentile	$102,687	$8,557	$1,975	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Solid Waste Management Salaries

A Solid Waste Management'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 Solid Waste Management Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Solid Waste Management'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): $113,524
Early Career (1-2 years): $114,048
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,272
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,020
Expert (over 8 years): $120,481

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Solid Waste Management	$113,524
Intermediate Level Solid Waste Management	$114,048
Senior Level Solid Waste Management	$115,272
Specialist Level Solid Waste Management	$117,020
Expert Level Solid Waste Management	$120,481

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How Do Solid Waste Management 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 Solid Waste Managements. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $126,028.
California: $125,550.
Massachusetts: $123,877.

District of Columbia $126,028 California $125,550 Massachusetts $123,877 Washington $123,422 New Jersey $123,376 Alaska $123,217 Connecticut $121,646 New York $121,008

Hawaii $118,971 Rhode Island $118,015 Maryland $117,366 Minnesota $116,478 Colorado $116,137 Illinois $116,023 Oregon $115,590 Delaware $115,272

New Hampshire $115,071 Virginia $114,623 Pennsylvania $113,314 Nevada $112,654 North Dakota $112,437 Michigan $112,096 Wisconsin $111,971 Vermont $111,720

Texas $111,026 Maine $110,980 Arizona $110,912 Ohio $110,832 Georgia $109,785 Indiana $109,262 Wyoming $109,159 Utah $109,000

Iowa $108,931 Kansas $108,385 Louisiana $108,226 North Carolina $108,169 Missouri $108,146 Florida $107,702 Montana $107,463 Nebraska $107,235

Kentucky $107,110 South Carolina $106,655 Tennessee $106,370 Idaho $106,257 New Mexico $105,426 Oklahoma $105,244 Alabama $104,572 South Dakota $103,445

Arkansas $102,830 West Virginia $102,500 Mississippi $101,510

Top Paying Cities for Solid Waste Managements

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: $119,301
Little Creek: $118,197
Magnolia: $118,686

Lincoln, DE $119,301 Little Creek, DE $118,197 Magnolia, DE $118,686 Milford, DE $119,301 Marydel, DE $117,753 Millsboro, DE $119,301 Millville, DE $120,098 Milton, DE $119,301

Nassau, DE $119,301 Ocean View, DE $120,098 Rehoboth Beach, DE $120,098 Seaford, DE $118,049 Selbyville, DE $120,098 Smyrna, DE $117,616 Viola, DE $118,686 Woodside, DE $118,345

Bear, DE $116,751 Newark, DE $116,797 Claymont, DE $116,888 Delaware City, DE $116,797 Hockessin, DE $116,888 Kirkwood, DE $116,797 Middletown, DE $117,377 Montchanin, DE $116,888

New Castle, DE $116,888 Odessa, DE $117,537 Port Penn, DE $116,478 Rockland, DE $116,888 Saint Georges, DE $116,797 Townsend, DE $117,366 Winterthur, DE $116,888 Lewes, DE $119,301

Wilmington, DE $116,888 Dover, DE $118,140 Dover Afb, DE $118,413 Bethany Beach, DE $120,098 Bethel, DE $118,049 Bridgeville, DE $119,301 Camden Wyoming, DE $118,265 Cheswold, DE $117,867

Clayton, DE $117,571 Dagsboro, DE $120,098 Delmar, DE $118,049 Ellendale, DE $119,301 Felton, DE $119,301 Fenwick Island, DE $120,098 Frankford, DE $120,098 Frederica, DE $119,301

Georgetown, DE $119,301 Greenwood, DE $119,301 Harbeson, DE $119,301 Harrington, DE $119,301 Hartly, DE $117,514 Houston, DE $119,301 Kenton, DE $117,571 Laurel, DE $118,049

Yorklyn, DE $116,888

Solid Waste Management Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Solid Waste Management'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

$102,687

Average $115,272/year

$130,573

$8,557

Average $9,606/month

$10,881

$1,975

Average $2,217/week

$2,511

$49

Average $55/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,573	$10,881	$2,511	$63
Average	$115,272	$9,606	$2,217	$55
25th Percentile	$102,687	$8,557	$1,975	$49

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