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

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

How does experience change A Blaster's salary?

A Blaster's salary grows with experience: a Heavy Equipment Operator I (0-1 years)earns $45,817, a Heavy Equipment Operator II (1-3 years)earns $51,695, a Heavy Equipment Operator III (3-5 years)earns $59,129, a Blaster (5-7 years)earns $78,355,

What are the highest paying states for a Blaster?

Blaster salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Blaster roles are District of Columbia $86,596, California $86,267, Massachusetts $85,118. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Blaster roles make?

Salaries for Blaster level roles vary by specialization: Rock Driller Blaster: $80,395; Abrasive Blaster/Coating Applicator: $72,669; Sand Blaster: $56,340; Structural Painter and Blaster: $51,646; Marine Painter Blaster: $51,641.

Blaster Salary in Delaware

How much does a Blaster make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Blaster in Delaware is $79,205 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,274
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,959 to $90,757
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,451

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Blaster Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,757	$7,563	$1,745	$44
Average	$79,205	$6,600	$1,523	$38
25th Percentile	$70,959	$5,913	$1,365	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Blaster Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $86,596.
California: $86,267.
Massachusetts: $85,118.

District of Columbia $86,596 California $86,267 Massachusetts $85,118 Washington $84,805 New Jersey $84,773 Alaska $84,664 Connecticut $83,585 New York $83,147

Hawaii $81,747 Rhode Island $81,090 Maryland $80,644 Minnesota $80,034 Colorado $79,799 Illinois $79,721 Oregon $79,424 Delaware $79,205

New Hampshire $79,067 Virginia $78,759 Pennsylvania $77,860 Nevada $77,406 North Dakota $77,257 Michigan $77,023 Wisconsin $76,937 Vermont $76,765

Texas $76,287 Maine $76,256 Arizona $76,209 Ohio $76,155 Georgia $75,435 Indiana $75,075 Wyoming $75,005 Utah $74,895

Iowa $74,848 Kansas $74,473 Louisiana $74,363 North Carolina $74,324 Missouri $74,309 Florida $74,004 Montana $73,839 Nebraska $73,683

Kentucky $73,597 South Carolina $73,284 Tennessee $73,089 Idaho $73,010 New Mexico $72,439 Oklahoma $72,314 Alabama $71,853 South Dakota $71,079

Arkansas $70,656 West Virginia $70,429 Mississippi $69,749

Top Paying Cities for Blasters

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: $78,848
Little Creek: $79,425
Magnolia: $79,311

Lincoln, DE $78,848 Little Creek, DE $79,425 Magnolia, DE $79,311 Milford, DE $79,048 Marydel, DE $79,178 Millsboro, DE $78,517 Millville, DE $78,639 Milton, DE $78,775

Nassau, DE $78,832 Ocean View, DE $78,625 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,776 Seaford, DE $78,821 Selbyville, DE $78,495 Smyrna, DE $79,480 Viola, DE $79,114 Woodside, DE $79,327

Bear, DE $79,144 Newark, DE $79,114 Claymont, DE $79,276 Delaware City, DE $79,193 Hockessin, DE $79,107 Kirkwood, DE $79,178 Middletown, DE $79,209 Montchanin, DE $79,125

New Castle, DE $79,137 Odessa, DE $79,248 Port Penn, DE $79,301 Rockland, DE $79,133 Saint Georges, DE $79,184 Townsend, DE $79,306 Winterthur, DE $79,142 Lewes, DE $78,805

Wilmington, DE $79,111 Dover, DE $79,425 Dover Afb, DE $79,007 Bethany Beach, DE $78,542 Bethel, DE $78,624 Bridgeville, DE $78,809 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,202 Cheswold, DE $79,400

Clayton, DE $79,402 Dagsboro, DE $78,488 Delmar, DE $78,362 Ellendale, DE $78,599 Felton, DE $79,042 Fenwick Island, DE $78,505 Frankford, DE $78,368 Frederica, DE $79,120

Georgetown, DE $78,458 Greenwood, DE $78,822 Harbeson, DE $78,542 Harrington, DE $78,942 Hartly, DE $79,188 Houston, DE $78,829 Kenton, DE $79,406 Laurel, DE $78,411

Yorklyn, DE $79,130

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

Understanding how a Blaster'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

$70,959

Average $79,205/year

$90,757

$5,913

Average $6,600/month

$7,563

$1,365

Average $1,523/week

$1,745

$34

Average $38/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,757	$7,563	$1,745	$44
Average	$79,205	$6,600	$1,523	$38
25th Percentile	$70,959	$5,913	$1,365	$34

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