What are the main factors that influence a Collector'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 Collector?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Collector roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Collector's salary?

A Collector's salary grows with experience: a Consumer Loan Collector I (0-1 years)earns $40,078, a Collector (1-3 years)earns $45,015, a Consumer Loan Collector III (3-5 years)earns $50,365, a Consumer Loan Collection Supervisor I (5+ years)earns $62,810, a Consumer Loan Collection Supervisor II (5+ years)earns $74,250,

What are the highest paying states for a Collector?

Collector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Collector roles are District of Columbia $49,646, California $49,458, Massachusetts $48,799. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Collector roles make?

Salaries for Collector level roles vary by specialization: Data Collector: $69,433; Debt Collector: $50,595; Collector III: $48,700; Lead Collector: $48,635; Trash Collector: $45,862.

Collector Salary in Delaware

How much does a Collector make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Collector in Delaware is $45,409 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,643
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,255 to $50,766
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,473

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Collector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,766	$4,230	$976	$24
Average	$45,409	$3,784	$873	$22
25th Percentile	$41,255	$3,438	$793	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Collector Salaries

A Collector'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 Experience Level Affects Collector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Collector's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $40,078
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,015
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,365
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,810
Expert (over 8 years): $74,250

Levels	Salary
Consumer ... Level Collector	$40,078
Collector... Level Collector	$45,015
Consumer ... Level Collector	$50,365
Consumer ... Level Collector	$62,810
Consumer ... Level Collector	$74,250

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How Do Collector 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 Collectors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,646.
California: $49,458.
Massachusetts: $48,799.

District of Columbia $49,646 California $49,458 Massachusetts $48,799 Washington $48,619 New Jersey $48,601 Alaska $48,539 Connecticut $47,920 New York $47,669

Hawaii $46,866 Rhode Island $46,489 Maryland $46,234 Minnesota $45,884 Colorado $45,750 Illinois $45,705 Oregon $45,534 Delaware $45,409

New Hampshire $45,330 Virginia $45,153 Pennsylvania $44,638 Nevada $44,377 North Dakota $44,292 Michigan $44,158 Wisconsin $44,108 Vermont $44,010

Texas $43,736 Maine $43,718 Arizona $43,691 Ohio $43,660 Georgia $43,248 Indiana $43,041 Wyoming $43,001 Utah $42,938

Iowa $42,911 Kansas $42,696 Louisiana $42,633 North Carolina $42,611 Missouri $42,602 Florida $42,427 Montana $42,333 Nebraska $42,243

Kentucky $42,194 South Carolina $42,014 Tennessee $41,902 Idaho $41,857 New Mexico $41,530 Oklahoma $41,458 Alabama $41,194 South Dakota $40,750

Arkansas $40,508 West Virginia $40,378 Mississippi $39,988

Top Paying Cities for Collectors

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: $45,204
Little Creek: $45,535
Magnolia: $45,470

Lincoln, DE $45,204 Little Creek, DE $45,535 Magnolia, DE $45,470 Milford, DE $45,319 Marydel, DE $45,394 Millsboro, DE $45,015 Millville, DE $45,084 Milton, DE $45,162

Nassau, DE $45,195 Ocean View, DE $45,076 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,163 Seaford, DE $45,189 Selbyville, DE $45,002 Smyrna, DE $45,567 Viola, DE $45,357 Woodside, DE $45,479

Bear, DE $45,374 Newark, DE $45,357 Claymont, DE $45,450 Delaware City, DE $45,402 Hockessin, DE $45,353 Kirkwood, DE $45,394 Middletown, DE $45,411 Montchanin, DE $45,363

New Castle, DE $45,370 Odessa, DE $45,433 Port Penn, DE $45,464 Rockland, DE $45,368 Saint Georges, DE $45,397 Townsend, DE $45,467 Winterthur, DE $45,373 Lewes, DE $45,180

Wilmington, DE $45,355 Dover, DE $45,535 Dover Afb, DE $45,295 Bethany Beach, DE $45,029 Bethel, DE $45,076 Bridgeville, DE $45,182 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,407 Cheswold, DE $45,520

Clayton, DE $45,522 Dagsboro, DE $44,998 Delmar, DE $44,925 Ellendale, DE $45,062 Felton, DE $45,315 Fenwick Island, DE $45,007 Frankford, DE $44,929 Frederica, DE $45,360

Georgetown, DE $44,981 Greenwood, DE $45,189 Harbeson, DE $45,029 Harrington, DE $45,258 Hartly, DE $45,399 Houston, DE $45,194 Kenton, DE $45,524 Laurel, DE $44,954

Yorklyn, DE $45,366

Collector Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Collector roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Financial Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Collector positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Collector as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Collector

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$54,491	$26.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Collector'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

$41,255

Average $45,409/year

$50,766

$3,438

Average $3,784/month

$4,230

$793

Average $873/week

$976

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,766	$4,230	$976	$24
Average	$45,409	$3,784	$873	$22
25th Percentile	$41,255	$3,438	$793	$20

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