What are the main factors that influence a Lead Material Handler's salary?

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

How does experience change A Lead Material Handler's salary?

A Lead Material Handler's salary grows with experience: a Materials Management Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $109,147, a Materials Management Supervisor (7+ years)earns $85,778, a Lead Material Handler (7+ years)earns $117,713, a Materials Management Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $150,311, a Materials Management Director (7+ years)earns $192,385,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Material Handler?

Lead Material Handler salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Material Handler roles are District of Columbia $129,633, California $129,141, Massachusetts $127,420. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Material Handler roles make?

Salaries for Lead Material Handler level roles vary by specialization: Material Handler Manufacturing: $74,526; Material Handler Loader: $44,692; Material Handler Forklift: $42,018; Material Handler 2: $40,868; Material Handler: $40,706.

Lead Material Handler Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Material Handler make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Material Handler in Delaware is $118,569 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,801
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,747 to $130,206
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,895

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Lead Material Handler Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,206	$10,850	$2,504	$63
Average	$118,569	$9,881	$2,280	$57
25th Percentile	$107,747	$8,979	$2,072	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Material Handler Salaries

A Lead Material Handler'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 Lead Material Handler Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Material Handler'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): $109,147
Early Career (1-2 years): $85,778
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,713
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $150,311
Expert (over 8 years): $192,385

Levels	Salary
Materials... Level Lead Material Handler	$109,147
Materials... Level Lead Material Handler	$85,778
Lead Mate... Level Lead Material Handler	$117,713
Materials... Level Lead Material Handler	$150,311
Materials... Level Lead Material Handler	$192,385

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How Do Lead Material Handler 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 Lead Material Handlers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $129,633.
California: $129,141.
Massachusetts: $127,420.

District of Columbia $129,633 California $129,141 Massachusetts $127,420 Washington $126,952 New Jersey $126,905 Alaska $126,741 Connecticut $125,126 New York $124,470

Hawaii $122,374 Rhode Island $121,391 Maryland $120,723 Minnesota $119,810 Colorado $119,459 Illinois $119,342 Oregon $118,897 Delaware $118,569

New Hampshire $118,363 Virginia $117,902 Pennsylvania $116,555 Nevada $115,876 North Dakota $115,654 Michigan $115,302 Wisconsin $115,174 Vermont $114,916

Texas $114,202 Maine $114,155 Arizona $114,085 Ohio $114,003 Georgia $112,926 Indiana $112,387 Wyoming $112,282 Utah $112,118

Iowa $112,047 Kansas $111,485 Louisiana $111,322 North Carolina $111,263 Missouri $111,240 Florida $110,783 Montana $110,537 Nebraska $110,303

Kentucky $110,174 South Carolina $109,706 Tennessee $109,413 Idaho $109,296 New Mexico $108,441 Oklahoma $108,254 Alabama $107,563 South Dakota $106,404

Arkansas $105,772 West Virginia $105,432 Mississippi $104,414

Top Paying Cities for Lead Material Handlers

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: $122,714
Little Creek: $121,578
Magnolia: $122,081

Lincoln, DE $122,714 Little Creek, DE $121,578 Magnolia, DE $122,081 Milford, DE $122,714 Marydel, DE $121,121 Millsboro, DE $122,714 Millville, DE $123,533 Milton, DE $122,714

Nassau, DE $122,714 Ocean View, DE $123,533 Rehoboth Beach, DE $123,533 Seaford, DE $121,426 Selbyville, DE $123,533 Smyrna, DE $120,981 Viola, DE $122,081 Woodside, DE $121,730

Bear, DE $120,091 Newark, DE $120,138 Claymont, DE $120,232 Delaware City, DE $120,138 Hockessin, DE $120,232 Kirkwood, DE $120,138 Middletown, DE $120,735 Montchanin, DE $120,232

New Castle, DE $120,232 Odessa, DE $120,899 Port Penn, DE $119,810 Rockland, DE $120,232 Saint Georges, DE $120,138 Townsend, DE $120,723 Winterthur, DE $120,232 Lewes, DE $122,714

Wilmington, DE $120,232 Dover, DE $121,519 Dover Afb, DE $121,800 Bethany Beach, DE $123,533 Bethel, DE $121,426 Bridgeville, DE $122,714 Camden Wyoming, DE $121,648 Cheswold, DE $121,238

Clayton, DE $120,934 Dagsboro, DE $123,533 Delmar, DE $121,426 Ellendale, DE $122,714 Felton, DE $122,714 Fenwick Island, DE $123,533 Frankford, DE $123,533 Frederica, DE $122,714

Georgetown, DE $122,714 Greenwood, DE $122,714 Harbeson, DE $122,714 Harrington, DE $122,714 Hartly, DE $120,875 Houston, DE $122,714 Kenton, DE $120,934 Laurel, DE $121,426

Yorklyn, DE $120,232

Lead Material Handler Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Material Handler'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 March 01, 2026

$107,747

Average $118,569/year

$130,206

$8,979

Average $9,881/month

$10,850

$2,072

Average $2,280/week

$2,504

$52

Average $57/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,206	$10,850	$2,504	$63
Average	$118,569	$9,881	$2,280	$57
25th Percentile	$107,747	$8,979	$2,072	$52

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