What are the main factors that influence a Substation Apprentice's salary?

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

How does experience change A Substation Apprentice's salary?

A Substation Apprentice's salary grows with experience: starting around $105,697 for beginners, reaching about $109,816 at mid-level, and approach $113,753 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Substation Apprentice?

Substation Apprentice salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Substation Apprentice roles are District of Columbia $116,764, California $116,321, Massachusetts $114,771. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Substation Apprentice roles make?

Salaries for Substation Apprentice level roles vary by specialization: Substation Construction Manager: $141,499; Substation Supervisor: $120,788; Engineer, Substation: $110,827; Substation Foreman: $93,407; Substation Trainee: $83,479.

Substation Apprentice Salary in Delaware

How much does a Substation Apprentice make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Substation Apprentice in Delaware is $106,798 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $123,594
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,465 to $115,590
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,147

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Substation Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,590	$9,632	$2,223	$56
Average	$106,798	$8,900	$2,054	$51
25th Percentile	$95,465	$7,955	$1,836	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Substation Apprentice Salaries

A Substation Apprentice'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 Substation Apprentice Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Substation Apprentice'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): $105,697
Early Career (1-2 years): $106,012
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,816
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,490
Expert (over 8 years): $113,753

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Substation Apprentice	$105,697
Intermediate Level Substation Apprentice	$106,012
Senior Level Substation Apprentice	$109,816
Specialist Level Substation Apprentice	$113,490
Expert Level Substation Apprentice	$113,753

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How Do Substation Apprentice 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 Substation Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $116,764.
California: $116,321.
Massachusetts: $114,771.

District of Columbia $116,764 California $116,321 Massachusetts $114,771 Washington $114,349 New Jersey $114,307 Alaska $114,159 Connecticut $112,704 New York $112,113

Hawaii $110,226 Rhode Island $109,340 Maryland $108,739 Minnesota $107,916 Colorado $107,600 Illinois $107,494 Oregon $107,094 Delaware $106,798

New Hampshire $106,613 Virginia $106,197 Pennsylvania $104,984 Nevada $104,373 North Dakota $104,172 Michigan $103,856 Wisconsin $103,740 Vermont $103,508

Texas $102,865 Maine $102,823 Arizona $102,759 Ohio $102,685 Georgia $101,715 Indiana $101,230 Wyoming $101,135 Utah $100,988

Iowa $100,924 Kansas $100,418 Louisiana $100,270 North Carolina $100,218 Missouri $100,197 Florida $99,785 Montana $99,564 Nebraska $99,353

Kentucky $99,237 South Carolina $98,815 Tennessee $98,551 Idaho $98,446 New Mexico $97,676 Oklahoma $97,507 Alabama $96,885 South Dakota $95,841

Arkansas $95,272 West Virginia $94,966 Mississippi $94,048

Top Paying Cities for Substation Apprentices

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: $106,317
Little Creek: $107,096
Magnolia: $106,942

Lincoln, DE $106,317 Little Creek, DE $107,096 Magnolia, DE $106,942 Milford, DE $106,587 Marydel, DE $106,762 Millsboro, DE $105,871 Millville, DE $106,035 Milton, DE $106,218

Nassau, DE $106,295 Ocean View, DE $106,017 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,220 Seaford, DE $106,281 Selbyville, DE $105,841 Smyrna, DE $107,170 Viola, DE $106,676 Woodside, DE $106,963

Bear, DE $106,716 Newark, DE $106,676 Claymont, DE $106,894 Delaware City, DE $106,783 Hockessin, DE $106,667 Kirkwood, DE $106,762 Middletown, DE $106,804 Montchanin, DE $106,691

New Castle, DE $106,707 Odessa, DE $106,856 Port Penn, DE $106,928 Rockland, DE $106,701 Saint Georges, DE $106,770 Townsend, DE $106,934 Winterthur, DE $106,714 Lewes, DE $106,259

Wilmington, DE $106,672 Dover, DE $107,096 Dover Afb, DE $106,532 Bethany Beach, DE $105,905 Bethel, DE $106,015 Bridgeville, DE $106,265 Camden Wyoming, DE $106,794 Cheswold, DE $107,061

Clayton, DE $107,064 Dagsboro, DE $105,831 Delmar, DE $105,661 Ellendale, DE $105,982 Felton, DE $106,579 Fenwick Island, DE $105,854 Frankford, DE $105,670 Frederica, DE $106,684

Georgetown, DE $105,791 Greenwood, DE $106,282 Harbeson, DE $105,904 Harrington, DE $106,444 Hartly, DE $106,775 Houston, DE $106,292 Kenton, DE $107,069 Laurel, DE $105,728

Yorklyn, DE $106,698

Substation Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Substation Apprentice'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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$95,465

Average $106,798/year

$115,590

$7,955

Average $8,900/month

$9,632

$1,836

Average $2,054/week

$2,223

$46

Average $51/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,590	$9,632	$2,223	$56
Average	$106,798	$8,900	$2,054	$51
25th Percentile	$95,465	$7,955	$1,836	$46

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