What are the main factors that influence a Laborer'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 Laborer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Laborer roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Laborer's salary?

A Laborer's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,050 for beginners, reaching about $45,353 at mid-level, and approach $45,997 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Laborer?

Laborer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Laborer roles are District of Columbia $48,088, California $47,905, Massachusetts $47,267. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Laborer roles make?

Salaries for Laborer level roles vary by specialization: Truck Laborer: $78,205; Concrete Laborer: $54,200; Laborer/Operator: $45,052; Materials Laborer: $44,215; Construction Laborer: $44,100.

Laborer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Laborer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Laborer in Delaware is $43,984 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,448
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,884 to $49,461
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,062

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Laborer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,461	$4,122	$951	$24
Average	$43,984	$3,665	$846	$21
25th Percentile	$40,884	$3,407	$786	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Laborer Salaries

A Laborer'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 Laborer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Laborer'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): $43,050
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,581
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,353
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,595
Expert (over 8 years): $45,997

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Laborer	$43,050
Intermediate Level Laborer	$43,581
Senior Level Laborer	$45,353
Specialist Level Laborer	$45,595
Expert Level Laborer	$45,997

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

District of Columbia: $48,088.
California: $47,905.
Massachusetts: $47,267.

District of Columbia $48,088 California $47,905 Massachusetts $47,267 Washington $47,093 New Jersey $47,076 Alaska $47,015 Connecticut $46,416 New York $46,173

Hawaii $45,395 Rhode Island $45,030 Maryland $44,783 Minnesota $44,444 Colorado $44,314 Illinois $44,270 Oregon $44,105 Delaware $43,984

New Hampshire $43,907 Virginia $43,736 Pennsylvania $43,237 Nevada $42,985 North Dakota $42,902 Michigan $42,772 Wisconsin $42,724 Vermont $42,629

Texas $42,364 Maine $42,346 Arizona $42,320 Ohio $42,290 Georgia $41,890 Indiana $41,690 Wyoming $41,651 Utah $41,590

Iowa $41,564 Kansas $41,356 Louisiana $41,295 North Carolina $41,273 Missouri $41,265 Florida $41,095 Montana $41,004 Nebraska $40,917

Kentucky $40,870 South Carolina $40,696 Tennessee $40,587 Idaho $40,544 New Mexico $40,227 Oklahoma $40,157 Alabama $39,901 South Dakota $39,471

Arkansas $39,236 West Virginia $39,111 Mississippi $38,733

Top Paying Cities for Laborers

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: $43,786
Little Creek: $44,106
Magnolia: $44,043

Lincoln, DE $43,786 Little Creek, DE $44,106 Magnolia, DE $44,043 Milford, DE $43,897 Marydel, DE $43,969 Millsboro, DE $43,602 Millville, DE $43,669 Milton, DE $43,745

Nassau, DE $43,776 Ocean View, DE $43,662 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,746 Seaford, DE $43,770 Selbyville, DE $43,589 Smyrna, DE $44,136 Viola, DE $43,933 Woodside, DE $44,051

Bear, DE $43,950 Newark, DE $43,933 Claymont, DE $44,023 Delaware City, DE $43,977 Hockessin, DE $43,929 Kirkwood, DE $43,969 Middletown, DE $43,986 Montchanin, DE $43,939

New Castle, DE $43,946 Odessa, DE $44,007 Port Penn, DE $44,037 Rockland, DE $43,944 Saint Georges, DE $43,972 Townsend, DE $44,040 Winterthur, DE $43,949 Lewes, DE $43,762

Wilmington, DE $43,931 Dover, DE $44,106 Dover Afb, DE $43,874 Bethany Beach, DE $43,616 Bethel, DE $43,661 Bridgeville, DE $43,764 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,982 Cheswold, DE $44,092

Clayton, DE $44,093 Dagsboro, DE $43,585 Delmar, DE $43,515 Ellendale, DE $43,647 Felton, DE $43,893 Fenwick Island, DE $43,595 Frankford, DE $43,519 Frederica, DE $43,937

Georgetown, DE $43,569 Greenwood, DE $43,771 Harbeson, DE $43,615 Harrington, DE $43,838 Hartly, DE $43,974 Houston, DE $43,775 Kenton, DE $44,095 Laurel, DE $43,543

Yorklyn, DE $43,942

Laborer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Laborer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Laborer positions in Healthcare or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Laborer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Laborer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$61,577	$30.0	40%
Aerospace & Defense	$59,378	$29.0	35%
Biotechnology	$57,179	$27.0	30%
Financial Services	$54,979	$26.0	25%
Insurance	$52,780	$25.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Laborer'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 August 01, 2026

$40,884

Average $43,984/year

$49,461

$3,407

Average $3,665/month

$4,122

$786

Average $846/week

$951

$20

Average $21/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$49,461	$4,122	$951	$24
Average	$43,984	$3,665	$846	$21
25th Percentile	$40,884	$3,407	$786	$20

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