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 $45,816, a Heavy Equipment Operator II (1-3 years)earns $51,691, a Heavy Equipment Operator III (3-5 years)earns $59,123, a Blaster (5-7 years)earns $78,334,

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 $86,580, California $86,252, Massachusetts $85,102. 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: $80,381; Abrasive Blaster/Coating Applicator: $72,640; Sand Blaster: $56,330; Structural Painter and Blaster: $51,645; Marine Painter Blaster: $51,640.

Blaster Salary in Delaware

How much does a Blaster make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Blaster in Delaware is $79,191 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): $101,444
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,947 to $90,839
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,441

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Blaster Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,839	$7,570	$1,747	$44
Average	$79,191	$6,599	$1,523	$38
25th Percentile	$70,947	$5,912	$1,364	$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: $86,580.
California: $86,252.
Massachusetts: $85,102.

District of Columbia $86,580 California $86,252 Massachusetts $85,102 Washington $84,790 New Jersey $84,758 Alaska $84,649 Connecticut $83,570 New York $83,132

Hawaii $81,732 Rhode Island $81,075 Maryland $80,630 Minnesota $80,020 Colorado $79,785 Illinois $79,707 Oregon $79,410 Delaware $79,191

New Hampshire $79,053 Virginia $78,745 Pennsylvania $77,846 Nevada $77,392 North Dakota $77,244 Michigan $77,009 Wisconsin $76,923 Vermont $76,751

Texas $76,274 Maine $76,243 Arizona $76,196 Ohio $76,141 Georgia $75,422 Indiana $75,062 Wyoming $74,991 Utah $74,882

Iowa $74,835 Kansas $74,460 Louisiana $74,350 North Carolina $74,311 Missouri $74,296 Florida $73,991 Montana $73,826 Nebraska $73,670

Kentucky $73,584 South Carolina $73,271 Tennessee $73,076 Idaho $72,997 New Mexico $72,427 Oklahoma $72,302 Alabama $71,840 South Dakota $71,066

Arkansas $70,644 West Virginia $70,417 Mississippi $69,737

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: $81,959
Little Creek: $81,200
Magnolia: $81,537

Lincoln, DE $81,959 Little Creek, DE $81,200 Magnolia, DE $81,537 Milford, DE $81,959 Marydel, DE $80,895 Millsboro, DE $81,959 Millville, DE $82,506 Milton, DE $81,959

Nassau, DE $81,959 Ocean View, DE $82,506 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,506 Seaford, DE $81,099 Selbyville, DE $82,506 Smyrna, DE $80,802 Viola, DE $81,537 Woodside, DE $81,302

Bear, DE $80,207 Newark, DE $80,239 Claymont, DE $80,301 Delaware City, DE $80,239 Hockessin, DE $80,301 Kirkwood, DE $80,239 Middletown, DE $80,637 Montchanin, DE $80,301

New Castle, DE $80,301 Odessa, DE $80,747 Port Penn, DE $80,020 Rockland, DE $80,301 Saint Georges, DE $80,239 Townsend, DE $80,630 Winterthur, DE $80,301 Lewes, DE $81,959

Wilmington, DE $80,301 Dover, DE $81,161 Dover Afb, DE $81,349 Bethany Beach, DE $82,506 Bethel, DE $81,099 Bridgeville, DE $81,959 Camden Wyoming, DE $81,247 Cheswold, DE $80,974

Clayton, DE $80,770 Dagsboro, DE $82,506 Delmar, DE $81,099 Ellendale, DE $81,959 Felton, DE $81,959 Fenwick Island, DE $82,506 Frankford, DE $82,506 Frederica, DE $81,959

Georgetown, DE $81,959 Greenwood, DE $81,959 Harbeson, DE $81,959 Harrington, DE $81,959 Hartly, DE $80,731 Houston, DE $81,959 Kenton, DE $80,770 Laurel, DE $81,099

Yorklyn, DE $80,301

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 April 01, 2026

$70,947

Average $79,191/year

$90,839

$5,912

Average $6,599/month

$7,570

$1,364

Average $1,523/week

$1,747

$34

Average $38/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,839	$7,570	$1,747	$44
Average	$79,191	$6,599	$1,523	$38
25th Percentile	$70,947	$5,912	$1,364	$34

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