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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Detailer?

Detailer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Detailer roles are District of Columbia $30,101, California $29,986, Massachusetts $29,587. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Detailer roles make?

Salaries for Detailer level roles vary by specialization: Autocad Detailer: $91,445; CAD Detailer: $67,114; Pharmaceutical Detailer: $64,441; Car Detailer: $62,641; Automotive Detailer: $62,100.

Detailer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Detailer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Detailer in Delaware is $27,531 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $13.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $38,585
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $22,644 to $33,317
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $18,194

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Detailer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,317	$2,776	$641	$16
Average	$27,531	$2,294	$529	$13
25th Percentile	$22,644	$1,887	$435	$11

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Key Factors That Influence Detailer Salaries

A Detailer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $30,101.
California: $29,986.
Massachusetts: $29,587.

District of Columbia $30,101 California $29,986 Massachusetts $29,587 Washington $29,478 New Jersey $29,467 Alaska $29,429 Connecticut $29,054 New York $28,902

Hawaii $28,415 Rhode Island $28,187 Maryland $28,032 Minnesota $27,820 Colorado $27,738 Illinois $27,711 Oregon $27,608 Delaware $27,531

New Hampshire $27,484 Virginia $27,377 Pennsylvania $27,064 Nevada $26,906 North Dakota $26,855 Michigan $26,773 Wisconsin $26,743 Vermont $26,683

Texas $26,517 Maine $26,507 Arizona $26,490 Ohio $26,471 Georgia $26,221 Indiana $26,096 Wyoming $26,072 Utah $26,034

Iowa $26,017 Kansas $25,887 Louisiana $25,849 North Carolina $25,835 Missouri $25,830 Florida $25,724 Montana $25,666 Nebraska $25,612

Kentucky $25,582 South Carolina $25,473 Tennessee $25,406 Idaho $25,378 New Mexico $25,180 Oklahoma $25,136 Alabama $24,976 South Dakota $24,707

Arkansas $24,560 West Virginia $24,481 Mississippi $24,245

Top Paying Cities for Detailers

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: $27,407
Little Creek: $27,608
Magnolia: $27,568

Lincoln, DE $27,407 Little Creek, DE $27,608 Magnolia, DE $27,568 Milford, DE $27,477 Marydel, DE $27,522 Millsboro, DE $27,292 Millville, DE $27,335 Milton, DE $27,382

Nassau, DE $27,402 Ocean View, DE $27,330 Rehoboth Beach, DE $27,382 Seaford, DE $27,398 Selbyville, DE $27,285 Smyrna, DE $27,627 Viola, DE $27,500 Woodside, DE $27,574

Bear, DE $27,510 Newark, DE $27,500 Claymont, DE $27,556 Delaware City, DE $27,527 Hockessin, DE $27,497 Kirkwood, DE $27,522 Middletown, DE $27,533 Montchanin, DE $27,504

New Castle, DE $27,508 Odessa, DE $27,546 Port Penn, DE $27,565 Rockland, DE $27,506 Saint Georges, DE $27,524 Townsend, DE $27,567 Winterthur, DE $27,510 Lewes, DE $27,393

Wilmington, DE $27,499 Dover, DE $27,608 Dover Afb, DE $27,463 Bethany Beach, DE $27,301 Bethel, DE $27,329 Bridgeville, DE $27,394 Camden Wyoming, DE $27,530 Cheswold, DE $27,599

Clayton, DE $27,600 Dagsboro, DE $27,282 Delmar, DE $27,238 Ellendale, DE $27,321 Felton, DE $27,475 Fenwick Island, DE $27,288 Frankford, DE $27,241 Frederica, DE $27,502

Georgetown, DE $27,272 Greenwood, DE $27,398 Harbeson, DE $27,301 Harrington, DE $27,440 Hartly, DE $27,525 Houston, DE $27,401 Kenton, DE $27,601 Laurel, DE $27,256

Yorklyn, DE $27,506

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

Understanding how a Detailer'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

$22,644

Average $27,531/year

$33,317

$1,887

Average $2,294/month

$2,776

$435

Average $529/week

$641

$11

Average $13/hour

$16

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,317	$2,776	$641	$16
Average	$27,531	$2,294	$529	$13
25th Percentile	$22,644	$1,887	$435	$11

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