What are the main factors that influence a Watch Commander'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 Watch Commander?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Watch Commander roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Watch Commander's salary?

A Watch Commander's salary grows with experience: a Criminal Investigator (0-0 years)earns $77,602, a Watch Commander (0-5 years)earns $85,336, a Police Lieutenant (5+ years)earns $109,519, a Sheriff/Police Chief (5-10 years)earns $133,362,

What are the highest paying states for a Watch Commander?

Watch Commander salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Watch Commander roles are District of Columbia $90,522, California $90,179, Massachusetts $88,977. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Watch Commander roles make?

Salaries for Watch Commander level roles vary by specialization: Post Commander: $148,903; Police Commander: $123,941; Incident Commander: $120,936; Lieutenant Commander: $88,753; Company Commander: $80,197.

Watch Commander Salary in Delaware

How much does a Watch Commander make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Watch Commander in Delaware is $82,796 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,332
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,604 to $94,592
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,503

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Watch Commander Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,592	$7,883	$1,819	$45
Average	$82,796	$6,900	$1,592	$40
25th Percentile	$70,604	$5,884	$1,358	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Watch Commander Salaries

A Watch Commander'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 Watch Commander 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 Watch Commanders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,522.
California: $90,179.
Massachusetts: $88,977.

District of Columbia $90,522 California $90,179 Massachusetts $88,977 Washington $88,650 New Jersey $88,617 Alaska $88,503 Connecticut $87,375 New York $86,917

Hawaii $85,453 Rhode Island $84,767 Maryland $84,301 Minnesota $83,663 Colorado $83,418 Illinois $83,336 Oregon $83,025 Delaware $82,796

New Hampshire $82,652 Virginia $82,330 Pennsylvania $81,390 Nevada $80,916 North Dakota $80,761 Michigan $80,515 Wisconsin $80,425 Vermont $80,245

Texas $79,747 Maine $79,714 Arizona $79,665 Ohio $79,608 Georgia $78,856 Indiana $78,480 Wyoming $78,406 Utah $78,291

Iowa $78,242 Kansas $77,850 Louisiana $77,736 North Carolina $77,695 Missouri $77,678 Florida $77,359 Montana $77,188 Nebraska $77,024

Kentucky $76,934 South Carolina $76,607 Tennessee $76,403 Idaho $76,321 New Mexico $75,724 Oklahoma $75,593 Alabama $75,111 South Dakota $74,302

Arkansas $73,860 West Virginia $73,623 Mississippi $72,912

Top Paying Cities for Watch Commanders

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: $82,424
Little Creek: $83,027
Magnolia: $82,908

Lincoln, DE $82,424 Little Creek, DE $83,027 Magnolia, DE $82,908 Milford, DE $82,633 Marydel, DE $82,769 Millsboro, DE $82,078 Millville, DE $82,204 Milton, DE $82,347

Nassau, DE $82,406 Ocean View, DE $82,190 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,348 Seaford, DE $82,395 Selbyville, DE $82,054 Smyrna, DE $83,084 Viola, DE $82,701 Woodside, DE $82,924

Bear, DE $82,733 Newark, DE $82,701 Claymont, DE $82,871 Delaware City, DE $82,784 Hockessin, DE $82,694 Kirkwood, DE $82,769 Middletown, DE $82,800 Montchanin, DE $82,713

New Castle, DE $82,725 Odessa, DE $82,841 Port Penn, DE $82,897 Rockland, DE $82,721 Saint Georges, DE $82,774 Townsend, DE $82,902 Winterthur, DE $82,731 Lewes, DE $82,379

Wilmington, DE $82,698 Dover, DE $83,027 Dover Afb, DE $82,589 Bethany Beach, DE $82,104 Bethel, DE $82,189 Bridgeville, DE $82,383 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,793 Cheswold, DE $83,000

Clayton, DE $83,002 Dagsboro, DE $82,047 Delmar, DE $81,915 Ellendale, DE $82,164 Felton, DE $82,626 Fenwick Island, DE $82,065 Frankford, DE $81,922 Frederica, DE $82,708

Georgetown, DE $82,016 Greenwood, DE $82,396 Harbeson, DE $82,103 Harrington, DE $82,522 Hartly, DE $82,778 Houston, DE $82,404 Kenton, DE $83,006 Laurel, DE $81,966

Yorklyn, DE $82,719

Watch Commander Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Watch Commander roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Watch Commander positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Watch Commander as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Watch Commander

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$95,216	$46.0	15%

Watch Commander Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Watch Commander'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

$70,604

Average $82,796/year

$94,592

$5,884

Average $6,900/month

$7,883

$1,358

Average $1,592/week

$1,819

$34

Average $40/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,592	$7,883	$1,819	$45
Average	$82,796	$6,900	$1,592	$40
25th Percentile	$70,604	$5,884	$1,358	$34

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