What are the main factors that influence a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant'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 Special Forces Weapons Sergeant?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Special Forces Weapons Sergeant roles, with salaries approximately 55% above the market median.

How does experience change A Special Forces Weapons Sergeant's salary?

A Special Forces Weapons Sergeant's salary grows with experience: a Paralegal I (0-2 years)earns $69,547, a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant (2-4 years)earns $81,653, a Paralegal III (4-7 years)earns $94,197, a Paralegal IV (7+ years)earns $117,856, a Paralegal V (7-10 years)earns $151,087,

What are the highest paying states for a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant?

Special Forces Weapons Sergeant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Special Forces Weapons Sergeant roles are District of Columbia $87,420, California $87,088, Massachusetts $85,928. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Special Forces Weapons Sergeant roles make?

Salaries for Special Forces Weapons Sergeant level roles vary by specialization: Special Forces Engineer Sergeant: $95,143; Sergeant: $84,726; Police or Sheriff's Patrol Sergeant: $83,600; Police Sergeant: $83,556; Special Forces Communications Sergeant: $83,132.

Special Forces Weapons Sergeant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant in Delaware is $79,959 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,167
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,827 to $88,966
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,424

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Special Forces Weapons Sergeant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,966	$7,414	$1,711	$43
Average	$79,959	$6,663	$1,538	$38
25th Percentile	$71,827	$5,986	$1,381	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Special Forces Weapons Sergeant Salaries

A Special Forces Weapons Sergeant'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 Special Forces Weapons Sergeant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant'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): $69,547
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,653
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $94,197
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,856
Expert (over 8 years): $151,087

Levels	Salary
Paralegal... Level Special Forces Weapons Sergeant	$69,547
Special F... Level Special Forces Weapons Sergeant	$81,653
Paralegal... Level Special Forces Weapons Sergeant	$94,197
Paralegal... Level Special Forces Weapons Sergeant	$117,856
Paralegal... Level Special Forces Weapons Sergeant	$151,087

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How Do Special Forces Weapons Sergeant 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 Special Forces Weapons Sergeants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,420.
California: $87,088.
Massachusetts: $85,928.

District of Columbia $87,420 California $87,088 Massachusetts $85,928 Washington $85,612 New Jersey $85,580 Alaska $85,470 Connecticut $84,380 New York $83,938

Hawaii $82,525 Rhode Island $81,862 Maryland $81,412 Minnesota $80,796 Colorado $80,559 Illinois $80,480 Oregon $80,180 Delaware $79,959

New Hampshire $79,820 Virginia $79,509 Pennsylvania $78,601 Nevada $78,143 North Dakota $77,993 Michigan $77,756 Wisconsin $77,669 Vermont $77,495

Texas $77,014 Maine $76,982 Arizona $76,935 Ohio $76,879 Georgia $76,153 Indiana $75,790 Wyoming $75,719 Utah $75,608

Iowa $75,561 Kansas $75,182 Louisiana $75,071 North Carolina $75,032 Missouri $75,016 Florida $74,708 Montana $74,542 Nebraska $74,384

Kentucky $74,298 South Carolina $73,982 Tennessee $73,784 Idaho $73,705 New Mexico $73,129 Oklahoma $73,003 Alabama $72,537 South Dakota $71,755

Arkansas $71,329 West Virginia $71,100 Mississippi $70,413

Top Paying Cities for Special Forces Weapons Sergeants

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: $79,599
Little Creek: $80,181
Magnolia: $80,066

Lincoln, DE $79,599 Little Creek, DE $80,181 Magnolia, DE $80,066 Milford, DE $79,801 Marydel, DE $79,932 Millsboro, DE $79,265 Millville, DE $79,387 Milton, DE $79,524

Nassau, DE $79,582 Ocean View, DE $79,374 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,526 Seaford, DE $79,571 Selbyville, DE $79,242 Smyrna, DE $80,237 Viola, DE $79,867 Woodside, DE $80,082

Bear, DE $79,897 Newark, DE $79,867 Claymont, DE $80,031 Delaware City, DE $79,947 Hockessin, DE $79,860 Kirkwood, DE $79,932 Middletown, DE $79,963 Montchanin, DE $79,878

New Castle, DE $79,890 Odessa, DE $80,002 Port Penn, DE $80,056 Rockland, DE $79,886 Saint Georges, DE $79,937 Townsend, DE $80,061 Winterthur, DE $79,896 Lewes, DE $79,555

Wilmington, DE $79,864 Dover, DE $80,181 Dover Afb, DE $79,759 Bethany Beach, DE $79,290 Bethel, DE $79,372 Bridgeville, DE $79,559 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,956 Cheswold, DE $80,155

Clayton, DE $80,158 Dagsboro, DE $79,235 Delmar, DE $79,108 Ellendale, DE $79,348 Felton, DE $79,795 Fenwick Island, DE $79,252 Frankford, DE $79,114 Frederica, DE $79,873

Georgetown, DE $79,205 Greenwood, DE $79,572 Harbeson, DE $79,289 Harrington, DE $79,693 Hartly, DE $79,941 Houston, DE $79,580 Kenton, DE $80,162 Laurel, DE $79,157

Yorklyn, DE $79,884

Special Forces Weapons Sergeant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Special Forces Weapons Sergeant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 55% above the average. In contrast, Special Forces Weapons Sergeant positions in MFG Nondurable or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Special Forces Weapons Sergeant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$123,936	$60.0	55%
Pharmaceuticals	$115,940	$56.0	45%
Energy & Utilities	$107,944	$52.0	35%
Biotechnology	$103,946	$50.0	30%
Internet	$95,950	$46.0	20%

Special Forces Weapons Sergeant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Special Forces Weapons Sergeant'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 July 01, 2026

$71,827

Average $79,959/year

$88,966

$5,986

Average $6,663/month

$7,414

$1,381

Average $1,538/week

$1,711

$35

Average $38/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,966	$7,414	$1,711	$43
Average	$79,959	$6,663	$1,538	$38
25th Percentile	$71,827	$5,986	$1,381	$35

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