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

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

How does experience change a Construction Worker's salary?

A Construction Worker's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,814 for beginners, reaching about $46,146 at mid-level, and approach $46,798 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Construction Worker?

Construction Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Worker roles are District of Columbia $48,939, California $48,754, Massachusetts $48,104. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction Worker roles make?

Salaries for Construction Worker level roles vary by specialization: Civil Construction Worker: $78,600; Construction Worker/Carpenter: $60,861; Railroad Worker: $53,127; Construction Site Worker: $50,073; Steel Construction Worker: $46,925.

Construction Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction Worker make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Worker in Delaware is $44,762 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,339
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,604 to $50,298
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,728

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Construction Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,298	$4,192	$967	$24
Average	$44,762	$3,730	$861	$22
25th Percentile	$41,604	$3,467	$800	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Worker Salaries

A Construction Worker'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 Construction Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Worker'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): $43,814
Early Career (1-2 years): $44,355
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,146
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,391
Expert (over 8 years): $46,798

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Construction Worker	$43,814
Intermediate Level Construction Worker	$44,355
Senior Level Construction Worker	$46,146
Specialist Level Construction Worker	$46,391
Expert Level Construction Worker	$46,798

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How Do Construction Worker 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 Construction Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,939.
California: $48,754.
Massachusetts: $48,104.

District of Columbia $48,939 California $48,754 Massachusetts $48,104 Washington $47,927 New Jersey $47,909 Alaska $47,848 Connecticut $47,238 New York $46,990

Hawaii $46,199 Rhode Island $45,828 Maryland $45,576 Minnesota $45,231 Colorado $45,098 Illinois $45,054 Oregon $44,886 Delaware $44,762

New Hampshire $44,685 Virginia $44,510 Pennsylvania $44,002 Nevada $43,746 North Dakota $43,662 Michigan $43,529 Wisconsin $43,481 Vermont $43,383

Texas $43,114 Maine $43,096 Arizona $43,069 Ohio $43,039 Georgia $42,632 Indiana $42,429 Wyoming $42,389 Utah $42,327

Iowa $42,300 Kansas $42,088 Louisiana $42,026 North Carolina $42,004 Missouri $41,995 Florida $41,823 Montana $41,730 Nebraska $41,642

Kentucky $41,593 South Carolina $41,416 Tennessee $41,306 Idaho $41,262 New Mexico $40,939 Oklahoma $40,868 Alabama $40,607 South Dakota $40,170

Arkansas $39,931 West Virginia $39,803 Mississippi $39,418

Top Paying Cities for Construction Workers

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: $46,327
Little Creek: $45,898
Magnolia: $46,088

Lincoln, DE $46,327 Little Creek, DE $45,898 Magnolia, DE $46,088 Milford, DE $46,327 Marydel, DE $45,726 Millsboro, DE $46,327 Millville, DE $46,636 Milton, DE $46,327

Nassau, DE $46,327 Ocean View, DE $46,636 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,636 Seaford, DE $45,841 Selbyville, DE $46,636 Smyrna, DE $45,673 Viola, DE $46,088 Woodside, DE $45,956

Bear, DE $45,337 Newark, DE $45,355 Claymont, DE $45,390 Delaware City, DE $45,355 Hockessin, DE $45,390 Kirkwood, DE $45,355 Middletown, DE $45,580 Montchanin, DE $45,390

New Castle, DE $45,390 Odessa, DE $45,642 Port Penn, DE $45,231 Rockland, DE $45,390 Saint Georges, DE $45,355 Townsend, DE $45,576 Winterthur, DE $45,390 Lewes, DE $46,327

Wilmington, DE $45,390 Dover, DE $45,876 Dover Afb, DE $45,982 Bethany Beach, DE $46,636 Bethel, DE $45,841 Bridgeville, DE $46,327 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,925 Cheswold, DE $45,770

Clayton, DE $45,655 Dagsboro, DE $46,636 Delmar, DE $45,841 Ellendale, DE $46,327 Felton, DE $46,327 Fenwick Island, DE $46,636 Frankford, DE $46,636 Frederica, DE $46,327

Georgetown, DE $46,327 Greenwood, DE $46,327 Harbeson, DE $46,327 Harrington, DE $46,327 Hartly, DE $45,633 Houston, DE $46,327 Kenton, DE $45,655 Laurel, DE $45,841

Yorklyn, DE $45,390

Construction Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Worker'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 January 01, 2026

$41,604

Average $44,762/year

$50,298

$3,467

Average $3,730/month

$4,192

$800

Average $861/week

$967

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,298	$4,192	$967	$24
Average	$44,762	$3,730	$861	$22
25th Percentile	$41,604	$3,467	$800	$20

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