What are the main factors that influence a Customer Service Rep I'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 Customer Service Rep I?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Customer Service Rep I roles, with salaries approximately 18% above the market median.

How does experience change A Customer Service Rep 's salary?

A Customer Service Rep 's salary grows with experience: a Customer Service Rep I (0-1 years)earns $39,893, a Customer Service Representative II (1-3 years)earns $44,999, a Customer Service Representative III (3-5 years)earns $52,683, a Customer Service Representative IV (5-7 years)earns $58,877, a Customer Service Team Leader (7+ years)earns $66,024,

What are the highest paying states for a Customer Service Rep I?

Customer Service Rep I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Customer Service Rep I roles are District of Columbia $43,893, California $43,726, Massachusetts $43,143. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Customer Service Rep roles make?

Salaries for Customer Service Rep level roles vary by specialization: Account Executive/ Customer Service Rep: $63,012; Customer Sales&Service Rep I: $60,660; Rep Client Service I: $57,557; New Customer Accounts Onboarding Rep I: $47,270; Customer Service Rep II: $43,951.

Customer Service Rep I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Customer Service Rep I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Customer Service Rep I in Delaware is $40,146 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, a Customer Service Rep I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,728
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,703 to $43,592
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,568

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Customer Service Rep I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,592	$3,633	$838	$21
Average	$40,146	$3,346	$772	$19
25th Percentile	$36,703	$3,059	$706	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Customer Service Rep I Salaries

A Customer Service Rep I'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 Customer Service Rep I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Customer Service Rep I'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): $39,893
Early Career (1-2 years): $44,999
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,683
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,877
Expert (over 8 years): $66,024

Levels	Salary
Customer ... Level Customer Service Rep I	$39,893
Customer ... Level Customer Service Rep I	$44,999
Customer ... Level Customer Service Rep I	$52,683
Customer ... Level Customer Service Rep I	$58,877
Customer ... Level Customer Service Rep I	$66,024

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How Do Customer Service Rep I 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 Customer Service Rep Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,893.
California: $43,726.
Massachusetts: $43,143.

District of Columbia $43,893 California $43,726 Massachusetts $43,143 Washington $42,985 New Jersey $42,969 Alaska $42,913 Connecticut $42,366 New York $42,144

Hawaii $41,435 Rhode Island $41,102 Maryland $40,876 Minnesota $40,567 Colorado $40,448 Illinois $40,408 Oregon $40,257 Delaware $40,146

New Hampshire $40,077 Virginia $39,920 Pennsylvania $39,465 Nevada $39,235 North Dakota $39,159 Michigan $39,040 Wisconsin $38,997 Vermont $38,910

Texas $38,668 Maine $38,652 Arizona $38,628 Ohio $38,600 Georgia $38,236 Indiana $38,053 Wyoming $38,018 Utah $37,962

Iowa $37,938 Kansas $37,748 Louisiana $37,692 North Carolina $37,673 Missouri $37,665 Florida $37,510 Montana $37,427 Nebraska $37,348

Kentucky $37,304 South Carolina $37,145 Tennessee $37,046 Idaho $37,007 New Mexico $36,717 Oklahoma $36,654 Alabama $36,420 South Dakota $36,027

Arkansas $35,813 West Virginia $35,698 Mississippi $35,354

Top Paying Cities for Customer Service Rep Is

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: $39,966
Little Creek: $40,258
Magnolia: $40,200

Lincoln, DE $39,966 Little Creek, DE $40,258 Magnolia, DE $40,200 Milford, DE $40,067 Marydel, DE $40,133 Millsboro, DE $39,798 Millville, DE $39,859 Milton, DE $39,928

Nassau, DE $39,957 Ocean View, DE $39,853 Rehoboth Beach, DE $39,929 Seaford, DE $39,952 Selbyville, DE $39,786 Smyrna, DE $40,286 Viola, DE $40,100 Woodside, DE $40,208

Bear, DE $40,115 Newark, DE $40,100 Claymont, DE $40,182 Delaware City, DE $40,140 Hockessin, DE $40,097 Kirkwood, DE $40,133 Middletown, DE $40,148 Montchanin, DE $40,106

New Castle, DE $40,112 Odessa, DE $40,168 Port Penn, DE $40,195 Rockland, DE $40,110 Saint Georges, DE $40,136 Townsend, DE $40,198 Winterthur, DE $40,115 Lewes, DE $39,944

Wilmington, DE $40,099 Dover, DE $40,258 Dover Afb, DE $40,046 Bethany Beach, DE $39,811 Bethel, DE $39,852 Bridgeville, DE $39,946 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,145 Cheswold, DE $40,245

Clayton, DE $40,246 Dagsboro, DE $39,783 Delmar, DE $39,719 Ellendale, DE $39,840 Felton, DE $40,064 Fenwick Island, DE $39,792 Frankford, DE $39,722 Frederica, DE $40,104

Georgetown, DE $39,768 Greenwood, DE $39,952 Harbeson, DE $39,810 Harrington, DE $40,013 Hartly, DE $40,138 Houston, DE $39,956 Kenton, DE $40,248 Laurel, DE $39,744

Yorklyn, DE $40,109

Customer Service Rep I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Customer Service Rep I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Customer Service Rep positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Customer Service Rep I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Customer Service Rep I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$47,373	$23.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$46,168	$22.0	15%
Financial Services	$44,161	$21.0	10%
Insurance	$44,161	$21.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$44,161	$21.0	10%

Customer Service Rep I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Customer Service Rep I'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

$36,703

Average $40,146/year

$43,592

$3,059

Average $3,346/month

$3,633

$706

Average $772/week

$838

$18

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,592	$3,633	$838	$21
Average	$40,146	$3,346	$772	$19
25th Percentile	$36,703	$3,059	$706	$18

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