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

What industry pays the highest salary for Lead Material Handler?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Material Handler roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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 $109,157, a Materials Management Supervisor (7+ years)earns $85,788, a Lead Material Handler (7+ years)earns $117,750, a Materials Management Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $150,343, a Materials Management Director (7+ years)earns $192,429,

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 $129,673, California $129,181, Massachusetts $127,460. 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: $74,499; Material Handler Loader: $44,695; Material Handler Forklift: $42,023; Material Handler 2: $40,873; Material Handler: $40,711.

Lead Material Handler Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Material Handler make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Material Handler in Delaware is $118,605 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): $140,824
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,825 to $130,235
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,010

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Lead Material Handler Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,235	$10,853	$2,505	$63
Average	$118,605	$9,884	$2,281	$57
25th Percentile	$107,825	$8,985	$2,074	$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): $109,157
Early Career (1-2 years): $85,788
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,750
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $150,343
Expert (over 8 years): $192,429

Levels	Salary
Materials... Level Lead Material Handler	$109,157
Materials... Level Lead Material Handler	$85,788
Lead Mate... Level Lead Material Handler	$117,750
Materials... Level Lead Material Handler	$150,343
Materials... Level Lead Material Handler	$192,429

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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: $129,673.
California: $129,181.
Massachusetts: $127,460.

District of Columbia $129,673 California $129,181 Massachusetts $127,460 Washington $126,991 New Jersey $126,944 Alaska $126,780 Connecticut $125,164 New York $124,508

Hawaii $122,412 Rhode Island $121,428 Maryland $120,760 Minnesota $119,847 Colorado $119,495 Illinois $119,378 Oregon $118,933 Delaware $118,605

New Hampshire $118,399 Virginia $117,938 Pennsylvania $116,591 Nevada $115,912 North Dakota $115,689 Michigan $115,338 Wisconsin $115,209 Vermont $114,951

Texas $114,237 Maine $114,190 Arizona $114,120 Ohio $114,038 Georgia $112,960 Indiana $112,422 Wyoming $112,316 Utah $112,152

Iowa $112,082 Kansas $111,520 Louisiana $111,356 North Carolina $111,297 Missouri $111,274 Florida $110,817 Montana $110,571 Nebraska $110,337

Kentucky $110,208 South Carolina $109,740 Tennessee $109,447 Idaho $109,330 New Mexico $108,475 Oklahoma $108,287 Alabama $107,596 South Dakota $106,437

Arkansas $105,804 West Virginia $105,465 Mississippi $104,446

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: $118,071
Little Creek: $118,936
Magnolia: $118,765

Lincoln, DE $118,071 Little Creek, DE $118,936 Magnolia, DE $118,765 Milford, DE $118,371 Marydel, DE $118,566 Millsboro, DE $117,576 Millville, DE $117,757 Milton, DE $117,961

Nassau, DE $118,047 Ocean View, DE $117,738 Rehoboth Beach, DE $117,964 Seaford, DE $118,030 Selbyville, DE $117,542 Smyrna, DE $119,018 Viola, DE $118,470 Woodside, DE $118,788

Bear, DE $118,514 Newark, DE $118,470 Claymont, DE $118,712 Delaware City, DE $118,588 Hockessin, DE $118,459 Kirkwood, DE $118,566 Middletown, DE $118,611 Montchanin, DE $118,486

New Castle, DE $118,504 Odessa, DE $118,670 Port Penn, DE $118,749 Rockland, DE $118,498 Saint Georges, DE $118,574 Townsend, DE $118,756 Winterthur, DE $118,512 Lewes, DE $118,007

Wilmington, DE $118,465 Dover, DE $118,936 Dover Afb, DE $118,309 Bethany Beach, DE $117,613 Bethel, DE $117,735 Bridgeville, DE $118,013 Camden Wyoming, DE $118,601 Cheswold, DE $118,897

Clayton, DE $118,901 Dagsboro, DE $117,531 Delmar, DE $117,343 Ellendale, DE $117,699 Felton, DE $118,362 Fenwick Island, DE $117,557 Frankford, DE $117,352 Frederica, DE $118,479

Georgetown, DE $117,487 Greenwood, DE $118,032 Harbeson, DE $117,612 Harrington, DE $118,212 Hartly, DE $118,580 Houston, DE $118,043 Kenton, DE $118,906 Laurel, DE $117,417

Yorklyn, DE $118,494

Lead Material Handler Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Material Handler roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Lead Material Handler positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Material Handler as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Lead Material Handler

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$177,908	$86.0	50%

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.

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$107,825

Average $118,605/year

$130,235

$8,985

Average $9,884/month

$10,853

$2,074

Average $2,281/week

$2,505

$52

Average $57/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,235	$10,853	$2,505	$63
Average	$118,605	$9,884	$2,281	$57
25th Percentile	$107,825	$8,985	$2,074	$52

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