What are the main factors that influence an Event Setup Crew's salary?

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

How does experience change An Event Setup Crew's salary?

An Event Setup Crew's salary grows with experience: a Event Setup Crew (0-2 years)earns $58,354, a Meeting/Event Planner II (2-4 years)earns $65,813, a Meeting/Event Planner III (4-7 years)earns $90,426, a Meeting/Event Planner IV (7+ years)earns $110,729, a Meeting/Event Supervisor (7+ years)earns $93,387,

What are the highest paying states for an Event Setup Crew?

Event Setup Crew salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Event Setup Crew roles are District of Columbia $64,295, California $64,051, Massachusetts $63,198. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Event Setup Crew roles make?

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Event Setup Crew Salary in Delaware

How much does an Event Setup Crew make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Event Setup Crew in Delaware is $58,808 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, an Event Setup Crew's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,606
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,705 to $64,983
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,149

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Event Setup Crew Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,983	$5,415	$1,250	$31
Average	$58,808	$4,901	$1,131	$28
25th Percentile	$52,705	$4,392	$1,014	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Event Setup Crew Salaries

An Event Setup Crew'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 Event Setup Crew Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Event Setup Crew'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): $58,354
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,813
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,426
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,729
Expert (over 8 years): $93,387

Levels	Salary
Event Set... Level Event Setup Crew	$58,354
Meeting/E... Level Event Setup Crew	$65,813
Meeting/E... Level Event Setup Crew	$90,426
Meeting/E... Level Event Setup Crew	$110,729
Meeting/E... Level Event Setup Crew	$93,387

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How Do Event Setup Crew 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 Event Setup Crews. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,295.
California: $64,051.
Massachusetts: $63,198.

District of Columbia $64,295 California $64,051 Massachusetts $63,198 Washington $62,966 New Jersey $62,942 Alaska $62,861 Connecticut $62,060 New York $61,734

Hawaii $60,695 Rhode Island $60,207 Maryland $59,876 Minnesota $59,423 Colorado $59,249 Illinois $59,191 Oregon $58,970 Delaware $58,808

New Hampshire $58,705 Virginia $58,477 Pennsylvania $57,809 Nevada $57,472 North Dakota $57,362 Michigan $57,188 Wisconsin $57,124 Vermont $56,996

Texas $56,642 Maine $56,618 Arizona $56,584 Ohio $56,543 Georgia $56,009 Indiana $55,742 Wyoming $55,689 Utah $55,608

Iowa $55,573 Kansas $55,294 Louisiana $55,213 North Carolina $55,184 Missouri $55,172 Florida $54,946 Montana $54,824 Nebraska $54,708

Kentucky $54,644 South Carolina $54,412 Tennessee $54,267 Idaho $54,209 New Mexico $53,785 Oklahoma $53,692 Alabama $53,349 South Dakota $52,774

Arkansas $52,461 West Virginia $52,292 Mississippi $51,787

Top Paying Cities for Event Setup Crews

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: $58,543
Little Creek: $58,971
Magnolia: $58,887

Lincoln, DE $58,543 Little Creek, DE $58,971 Magnolia, DE $58,887 Milford, DE $58,692 Marydel, DE $58,788 Millsboro, DE $58,297 Millville, DE $58,387 Milton, DE $58,488

Nassau, DE $58,531 Ocean View, DE $58,377 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,489 Seaford, DE $58,523 Selbyville, DE $58,280 Smyrna, DE $59,012 Viola, DE $58,740 Woodside, DE $58,898

Bear, DE $58,762 Newark, DE $58,740 Claymont, DE $58,861 Delaware City, DE $58,799 Hockessin, DE $58,735 Kirkwood, DE $58,788 Middletown, DE $58,811 Montchanin, DE $58,748

New Castle, DE $58,757 Odessa, DE $58,840 Port Penn, DE $58,879 Rockland, DE $58,754 Saint Georges, DE $58,792 Townsend, DE $58,883 Winterthur, DE $58,761 Lewes, DE $58,511

Wilmington, DE $58,738 Dover, DE $58,971 Dover Afb, DE $58,661 Bethany Beach, DE $58,316 Bethel, DE $58,376 Bridgeville, DE $58,514 Camden Wyoming, DE $58,805 Cheswold, DE $58,952

Clayton, DE $58,954 Dagsboro, DE $58,275 Delmar, DE $58,182 Ellendale, DE $58,358 Felton, DE $58,687 Fenwick Island, DE $58,288 Frankford, DE $58,186 Frederica, DE $58,745

Georgetown, DE $58,253 Greenwood, DE $58,523 Harbeson, DE $58,315 Harrington, DE $58,613 Hartly, DE $58,795 Houston, DE $58,529 Kenton, DE $58,957 Laurel, DE $58,218

Yorklyn, DE $58,753

Event Setup Crew Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Event Setup Crew roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Event Setup Crew positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Event Setup Crew as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Event Setup Crew

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$71,745	$34.0	22%
Internet	$69,393	$33.0	18%
Insurance	$65,865	$32.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$64,688	$31.0	10%
Healthcare	$63,512	$31.0	8%

Event Setup Crew Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Event Setup Crew'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

$52,705

Average $58,808/year

$64,983

$4,392

Average $4,901/month

$5,415

$1,014

Average $1,131/week

$1,250

$25

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,983	$5,415	$1,250	$31
Average	$58,808	$4,901	$1,131	$28
25th Percentile	$52,705	$4,392	$1,014	$25

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