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

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

How does experience change A Wireman's salary?

A Wireman's salary grows with experience: a Lineman Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $62,618, a Wireman (1-3 years)earns $87,478, a Lineman, Senior (3-5 years)earns $107,003,

What are the highest paying states for a Wireman?

Wireman salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Wireman roles are District of Columbia $92,996, California $92,644, Massachusetts $91,409. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Wireman roles make?

Salaries for Wireman level roles vary by specialization: Residential Wireman: $86,937; Journeyman Wireman: $77,200; Control Panel Wireman: $70,309; Electrical Wireman: $62,423; Inside Wireman: $58,662.

Wireman Salary in Delaware

How much does a Wireman make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Wireman in Delaware is $85,059 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,620
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,449 to $92,681
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,878

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Wireman Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,681	$7,723	$1,782	$45
Average	$85,059	$7,088	$1,636	$41
25th Percentile	$73,449	$6,121	$1,412	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Wireman Salaries

A Wireman'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 Wireman 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 Wiremans. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $92,996.
California: $92,644.
Massachusetts: $91,409.

District of Columbia $92,996 California $92,644 Massachusetts $91,409 Washington $91,073 New Jersey $91,039 Alaska $90,922 Connecticut $89,763 New York $89,292

Hawaii $87,789 Rhode Island $87,083 Maryland $86,605 Minnesota $85,949 Colorado $85,697 Illinois $85,613 Oregon $85,294 Delaware $85,059

New Hampshire $84,911 Virginia $84,580 Pennsylvania $83,614 Nevada $83,127 North Dakota $82,968 Michigan $82,716 Wisconsin $82,623 Vermont $82,439

Texas $81,926 Maine $81,893 Arizona $81,842 Ohio $81,783 Georgia $81,011 Indiana $80,624 Wyoming $80,549 Utah $80,431

Iowa $80,381 Kansas $79,978 Louisiana $79,860 North Carolina $79,818 Missouri $79,801 Florida $79,474 Montana $79,297 Nebraska $79,129

Kentucky $79,037 South Carolina $78,701 Tennessee $78,491 Idaho $78,407 New Mexico $77,794 Oklahoma $77,659 Alabama $77,164 South Dakota $76,332

Arkansas $75,879 West Virginia $75,635 Mississippi $74,904

Top Paying Cities for Wiremans

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: $84,676
Little Creek: $85,296
Magnolia: $85,173

Lincoln, DE $84,676 Little Creek, DE $85,296 Magnolia, DE $85,173 Milford, DE $84,891 Marydel, DE $85,031 Millsboro, DE $84,321 Millville, DE $84,451 Milton, DE $84,597

Nassau, DE $84,658 Ocean View, DE $84,437 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,599 Seaford, DE $84,647 Selbyville, DE $84,296 Smyrna, DE $85,355 Viola, DE $84,962 Woodside, DE $85,190

Bear, DE $84,994 Newark, DE $84,962 Claymont, DE $85,136 Delaware City, DE $85,047 Hockessin, DE $84,954 Kirkwood, DE $85,031 Middletown, DE $85,063 Montchanin, DE $84,973

New Castle, DE $84,986 Odessa, DE $85,105 Port Penn, DE $85,162 Rockland, DE $84,982 Saint Georges, DE $85,036 Townsend, DE $85,167 Winterthur, DE $84,992 Lewes, DE $84,630

Wilmington, DE $84,958 Dover, DE $85,296 Dover Afb, DE $84,847 Bethany Beach, DE $84,348 Bethel, DE $84,435 Bridgeville, DE $84,634 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,056 Cheswold, DE $85,268

Clayton, DE $85,271 Dagsboro, DE $84,289 Delmar, DE $84,154 Ellendale, DE $84,409 Felton, DE $84,884 Fenwick Island, DE $84,307 Frankford, DE $84,160 Frederica, DE $84,968

Georgetown, DE $84,257 Greenwood, DE $84,648 Harbeson, DE $84,347 Harrington, DE $84,777 Hartly, DE $85,041 Houston, DE $84,656 Kenton, DE $85,275 Laurel, DE $84,207

Yorklyn, DE $84,979

Wireman Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Wireman'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 May 01, 2026

$73,449

Average $85,059/year

$92,681

$6,121

Average $7,088/month

$7,723

$1,412

Average $1,636/week

$1,782

$35

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,681	$7,723	$1,782	$45
Average	$85,059	$7,088	$1,636	$41
25th Percentile	$73,449	$6,121	$1,412	$35

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