What are the main factors that influence a Tower Hand'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 Tower Hand?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Tower Hand roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Tower Hand's salary?

A Tower Hand's salary grows with experience: a Lineman Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $62,512, a Tower Hand (1-3 years)earns $87,341, a Lineman, Senior (3-5 years)earns $106,841,

What are the highest paying states for a Tower Hand?

Tower Hand salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Tower Hand roles are District of Columbia $92,850, California $92,498, Massachusetts $91,265. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Tower Hand roles make?

Salaries for Tower Hand level roles vary by specialization: Tower Controller: $98,850; Tower Foreman: $89,276; Tower Technician: $88,831; Tower Top Hand: $83,175; Tower Climber: $81,603.

Tower Hand Salary in Delaware

How much does a Tower Hand make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Tower Hand in Delaware is $84,925 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,434
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,329 to $92,520
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,771

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Tower Hand Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,520	$7,710	$1,779	$44
Average	$84,925	$7,077	$1,633	$41
25th Percentile	$73,329	$6,111	$1,410	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Tower Hand Salaries

A Tower Hand'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 Tower Hand 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 Tower Hands. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $92,850.
California: $92,498.
Massachusetts: $91,265.

District of Columbia $92,850 California $92,498 Massachusetts $91,265 Washington $90,930 New Jersey $90,896 Alaska $90,779 Connecticut $89,622 New York $89,152

Hawaii $87,651 Rhode Island $86,946 Maryland $86,468 Minnesota $85,814 Colorado $85,563 Illinois $85,479 Oregon $85,160 Delaware $84,925

New Hampshire $84,778 Virginia $84,447 Pennsylvania $83,483 Nevada $82,997 North Dakota $82,837 Michigan $82,586 Wisconsin $82,493 Vermont $82,309

Texas $81,797 Maine $81,764 Arizona $81,713 Ohio $81,655 Georgia $80,883 Indiana $80,498 Wyoming $80,422 Utah $80,305

Iowa $80,254 Kansas $79,852 Louisiana $79,734 North Carolina $79,692 Missouri $79,676 Florida $79,349 Montana $79,173 Nebraska $79,005

Kentucky $78,913 South Carolina $78,577 Tennessee $78,367 Idaho $78,284 New Mexico $77,671 Oklahoma $77,537 Alabama $77,042 South Dakota $76,212

Arkansas $75,759 West Virginia $75,516 Mississippi $74,787

Top Paying Cities for Tower Hands

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: $84,543
Little Creek: $85,162
Magnolia: $85,039

Lincoln, DE $84,543 Little Creek, DE $85,162 Magnolia, DE $85,039 Milford, DE $84,758 Marydel, DE $84,897 Millsboro, DE $84,188 Millville, DE $84,318 Milton, DE $84,464

Nassau, DE $84,525 Ocean View, DE $84,304 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,466 Seaford, DE $84,514 Selbyville, DE $84,164 Smyrna, DE $85,221 Viola, DE $84,828 Woodside, DE $85,056

Bear, DE $84,860 Newark, DE $84,828 Claymont, DE $85,002 Delaware City, DE $84,913 Hockessin, DE $84,821 Kirkwood, DE $84,897 Middletown, DE $84,930 Montchanin, DE $84,840

New Castle, DE $84,852 Odessa, DE $84,971 Port Penn, DE $85,028 Rockland, DE $84,848 Saint Georges, DE $84,903 Townsend, DE $85,034 Winterthur, DE $84,858 Lewes, DE $84,497

Wilmington, DE $84,825 Dover, DE $85,162 Dover Afb, DE $84,713 Bethany Beach, DE $84,215 Bethel, DE $84,302 Bridgeville, DE $84,501 Camden Wyoming, DE $84,922 Cheswold, DE $85,134

Clayton, DE $85,137 Dagsboro, DE $84,156 Delmar, DE $84,021 Ellendale, DE $84,276 Felton, DE $84,751 Fenwick Island, DE $84,175 Frankford, DE $84,028 Frederica, DE $84,835

Georgetown, DE $84,124 Greenwood, DE $84,514 Harbeson, DE $84,214 Harrington, DE $84,644 Hartly, DE $84,907 Houston, DE $84,523 Kenton, DE $85,141 Laurel, DE $84,074

Yorklyn, DE $84,846

Tower Hand Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Tower Hand roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Tower Hand positions in Telecom or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Tower Hand as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Tower Hand

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$110,403	$53.0	30%
Business Services	$101,910	$49.0	20%

Tower Hand Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Tower Hand'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

$73,329

Average $84,925/year

$92,520

$6,111

Average $7,077/month

$7,710

$1,410

Average $1,633/week

$1,779

$35

Average $41/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,520	$7,710	$1,779	$44
Average	$84,925	$7,077	$1,633	$41
25th Percentile	$73,329	$6,111	$1,410	$35

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