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

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

How does experience change A General Superintendent's salary?

A General Superintendent's salary grows with experience: a General Superintendent (0-3 years)earns $112,202, a Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $131,246, a Resident Construction Manager I (5+ years)earns $148,314, a Resident Construction Manager II (5+ years)earns $172,129,

What are the highest paying states for a General Superintendent?

General Superintendent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Superintendent roles are District of Columbia $123,820, California $123,351, Massachusetts $121,707. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Superintendent roles make?

Salaries for General Superintendent level roles vary by specialization: School Superintendent: $160,242; General Contractor Superintendent: $123,877; Plant Superintendent: $122,343; Superintendent: $112,687; Quarry Operations Superintendent: $107,100.

General Superintendent Salary in Delaware

How much does a General Superintendent make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Superintendent in Delaware is $113,252 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,539
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,498 to $127,535
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,796

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General Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,535	$10,628	$2,453	$61
Average	$113,252	$9,438	$2,178	$54
25th Percentile	$101,498	$8,458	$1,952	$49

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Key Factors That Influence General Superintendent Salaries

A General Superintendent'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 Do General Superintendent 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 General Superintendents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $123,820.
California: $123,351.
Massachusetts: $121,707.

District of Columbia $123,820 California $123,351 Massachusetts $121,707 Washington $121,259 New Jersey $121,215 Alaska $121,058 Connecticut $119,515 New York $118,889

Hawaii $116,887 Rhode Island $115,947 Maryland $115,310 Minnesota $114,438 Colorado $114,102 Illinois $113,990 Oregon $113,565 Delaware $113,252

New Hampshire $113,055 Virginia $112,615 Pennsylvania $111,329 Nevada $110,680 North Dakota $110,468 Michigan $110,132 Wisconsin $110,009 Vermont $109,763

Texas $109,081 Maine $109,036 Arizona $108,969 Ohio $108,891 Georgia $107,862 Indiana $107,348 Wyoming $107,247 Utah $107,090

Iowa $107,023 Kansas $106,486 Louisiana $106,330 North Carolina $106,274 Missouri $106,252 Florida $105,815 Montana $105,581 Nebraska $105,357

Kentucky $105,234 South Carolina $104,787 Tennessee $104,507 Idaho $104,395 New Mexico $103,579 Oklahoma $103,400 Alabama $102,740 South Dakota $101,633

Arkansas $101,029 West Virginia $100,705 Mississippi $99,732

Top Paying Cities for General Superintendents

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: $112,742
Little Creek: $113,568
Magnolia: $113,404

Lincoln, DE $112,742 Little Creek, DE $113,568 Magnolia, DE $113,404 Milford, DE $113,029 Marydel, DE $113,214 Millsboro, DE $112,269 Millville, DE $112,443 Milton, DE $112,637

Nassau, DE $112,719 Ocean View, DE $112,424 Rehoboth Beach, DE $112,639 Seaford, DE $112,703 Selbyville, DE $112,237 Smyrna, DE $113,646 Viola, DE $113,123 Woodside, DE $113,427

Bear, DE $113,165 Newark, DE $113,123 Claymont, DE $113,354 Delaware City, DE $113,235 Hockessin, DE $113,112 Kirkwood, DE $113,214 Middletown, DE $113,258 Montchanin, DE $113,138

New Castle, DE $113,155 Odessa, DE $113,314 Port Penn, DE $113,390 Rockland, DE $113,149 Saint Georges, DE $113,222 Townsend, DE $113,397 Winterthur, DE $113,163 Lewes, DE $112,681

Wilmington, DE $113,118 Dover, DE $113,568 Dover Afb, DE $112,969 Bethany Beach, DE $112,305 Bethel, DE $112,421 Bridgeville, DE $112,686 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,248 Cheswold, DE $113,531

Clayton, DE $113,534 Dagsboro, DE $112,227 Delmar, DE $112,047 Ellendale, DE $112,387 Felton, DE $113,020 Fenwick Island, DE $112,251 Frankford, DE $112,056 Frederica, DE $113,131

Georgetown, DE $112,184 Greenwood, DE $112,704 Harbeson, DE $112,304 Harrington, DE $112,877 Hartly, DE $113,228 Houston, DE $112,715 Kenton, DE $113,540 Laurel, DE $112,117

Yorklyn, DE $113,146

General Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a General Superintendent'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 June 01, 2026

$101,498

Average $113,252/year

$127,535

$8,458

Average $9,438/month

$10,628

$1,952

Average $2,178/week

$2,453

$49

Average $54/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,535	$10,628	$2,453	$61
Average	$113,252	$9,438	$2,178	$54
25th Percentile	$101,498	$8,458	$1,952	$49

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