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

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Lieutenant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lieutenant's salary?

A Lieutenant's salary grows with experience: a Criminal Investigator (0-0 years)earns $78,965, a Police Sergeant (0-5 years)earns $86,830, a Lieutenant (5+ years)earns $111,430, a Sheriff/Police Chief (5-10 years)earns $135,699,

What are the highest paying states for a Lieutenant?

Lieutenant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lieutenant roles are District of Columbia $122,990, California $122,523, Massachusetts $120,891. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lieutenant roles make?

Salaries for Lieutenant level roles vary by specialization: Lieutenant Colonel: $119,340; Police Lieutenant: $107,234; Lieutenant Officer: $75,735; Fire Lieutenant: $72,972; 2nd Lieutenant: $71,434.

Lieutenant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lieutenant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lieutenant in Delaware is $112,493 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,088
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,236 to $126,937
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,077

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Lieutenant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,937	$10,578	$2,441	$61
Average	$112,493	$9,374	$2,163	$54
25th Percentile	$100,236	$8,353	$1,928	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Lieutenant Salaries

A Lieutenant'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 Lieutenant 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 Lieutenants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $122,990.
California: $122,523.
Massachusetts: $120,891.

District of Columbia $122,990 California $122,523 Massachusetts $120,891 Washington $120,446 New Jersey $120,402 Alaska $120,246 Connecticut $118,713 New York $118,091

Hawaii $116,103 Rhode Island $115,170 Maryland $114,537 Minnesota $113,670 Colorado $113,337 Illinois $113,226 Oregon $112,804 Delaware $112,493

New Hampshire $112,297 Virginia $111,860 Pennsylvania $110,582 Nevada $109,938 North Dakota $109,727 Michigan $109,394 Wisconsin $109,271 Vermont $109,027

Texas $108,349 Maine $108,305 Arizona $108,238 Ohio $108,161 Georgia $107,139 Indiana $106,628 Wyoming $106,528 Utah $106,372

Iowa $106,305 Kansas $105,772 Louisiana $105,617 North Carolina $105,561 Missouri $105,539 Florida $105,106 Montana $104,873 Nebraska $104,650

Kentucky $104,528 South Carolina $104,084 Tennessee $103,806 Idaho $103,695 New Mexico $102,884 Oklahoma $102,706 Alabama $102,051 South Dakota $100,951

Arkansas $100,351 West Virginia $100,029 Mississippi $99,063

Top Paying Cities for Lieutenants

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: $111,986
Little Creek: $112,806
Magnolia: $112,644

Lincoln, DE $111,986 Little Creek, DE $112,806 Magnolia, DE $112,644 Milford, DE $112,271 Marydel, DE $112,455 Millsboro, DE $111,516 Millville, DE $111,689 Milton, DE $111,882

Nassau, DE $111,963 Ocean View, DE $111,670 Rehoboth Beach, DE $111,884 Seaford, DE $111,947 Selbyville, DE $111,484 Smyrna, DE $112,884 Viola, DE $112,364 Woodside, DE $112,666

Bear, DE $112,406 Newark, DE $112,364 Claymont, DE $112,594 Delaware City, DE $112,476 Hockessin, DE $112,354 Kirkwood, DE $112,455 Middletown, DE $112,498 Montchanin, DE $112,379

New Castle, DE $112,396 Odessa, DE $112,554 Port Penn, DE $112,629 Rockland, DE $112,391 Saint Georges, DE $112,463 Townsend, DE $112,636 Winterthur, DE $112,404 Lewes, DE $111,925

Wilmington, DE $112,359 Dover, DE $112,806 Dover Afb, DE $112,212 Bethany Beach, DE $111,552 Bethel, DE $111,667 Bridgeville, DE $111,931 Camden Wyoming, DE $112,488 Cheswold, DE $112,769

Clayton, DE $112,773 Dagsboro, DE $111,474 Delmar, DE $111,295 Ellendale, DE $111,633 Felton, DE $112,262 Fenwick Island, DE $111,499 Frankford, DE $111,304 Frederica, DE $112,373

Georgetown, DE $111,432 Greenwood, DE $111,948 Harbeson, DE $111,551 Harrington, DE $112,120 Hartly, DE $112,468 Houston, DE $111,960 Kenton, DE $112,778 Laurel, DE $111,365

Yorklyn, DE $112,387

Lieutenant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lieutenant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Lieutenant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Lieutenant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Lieutenant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$134,991	$65.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Lieutenant'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

$100,236

Average $112,493/year

$126,937

$8,353

Average $9,374/month

$10,578

$1,928

Average $2,163/week

$2,441

$48

Average $54/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,937	$10,578	$2,441	$61
Average	$112,493	$9,374	$2,163	$54
25th Percentile	$100,236	$8,353	$1,928	$48

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