What are the main factors that influence a Maintenance Assistant'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 Maintenance Assistant?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Maintenance Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Maintenance Assistant's salary?

A Maintenance Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Maintenance Assistant (0-1 years)earns $46,185, a General Maintenance Worker II (1-3 years)earns $51,415, a General Maintenance Worker III (3-5 years)earns $58,904, a General Maintenance Worker IV (5-7 years)earns $76,142, a General Maintenance Supervisor (7+ years)earns $83,337,

What are the highest paying states for a Maintenance Assistant?

Maintenance Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Maintenance Assistant roles are District of Columbia $50,897, California $50,704, Massachusetts $50,028. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Maintenance Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Maintenance Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Maintenance Director: $103,504; Assistant Director of Maintenance: $101,159; Assistant Maintenance Supervisor: $85,311; Assistant Maintenance Manager: $84,274; Assistant Maintenance Technician: $65,978.

Maintenance Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Maintenance Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Maintenance Assistant in Delaware is $46,553 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,097
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,004 to $51,549
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,953

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Maintenance Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,549	$4,296	$991	$25
Average	$46,553	$3,879	$895	$22
25th Percentile	$41,004	$3,417	$789	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Maintenance Assistant Salaries

A Maintenance Assistant'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 Maintenance Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Maintenance Assistant'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): $46,185
Early Career (1-2 years): $51,415
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,904
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,142
Expert (over 8 years): $83,337

Levels	Salary
Maintenan... Level Maintenance Assistant	$46,185
General M... Level Maintenance Assistant	$51,415
General M... Level Maintenance Assistant	$58,904
General M... Level Maintenance Assistant	$76,142
General M... Level Maintenance Assistant	$83,337

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How Do Maintenance Assistant 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 Maintenance Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,897.
California: $50,704.
Massachusetts: $50,028.

District of Columbia $50,897 California $50,704 Massachusetts $50,028 Washington $49,844 New Jersey $49,826 Alaska $49,761 Connecticut $49,127 New York $48,869

Hawaii $48,047 Rhode Island $47,660 Maryland $47,398 Minnesota $47,040 Colorado $46,902 Illinois $46,856 Oregon $46,681 Delaware $46,553

New Hampshire $46,472 Virginia $46,291 Pennsylvania $45,762 Nevada $45,495 North Dakota $45,408 Michigan $45,270 Wisconsin $45,220 Vermont $45,118

Texas $44,838 Maine $44,820 Arizona $44,792 Ohio $44,760 Georgia $44,337 Indiana $44,125 Wyoming $44,084 Utah $44,020

Iowa $43,992 Kansas $43,771 Louisiana $43,707 North Carolina $43,684 Missouri $43,675 Florida $43,496 Montana $43,399 Nebraska $43,307

Kentucky $43,257 South Carolina $43,073 Tennessee $42,958 Idaho $42,912 New Mexico $42,576 Oklahoma $42,503 Alabama $42,232 South Dakota $41,776

Arkansas $41,528 West Virginia $41,395 Mississippi $40,995

Top Paying Cities for Maintenance Assistants

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: $46,343
Little Creek: $46,682
Magnolia: $46,615

Lincoln, DE $46,343 Little Creek, DE $46,682 Magnolia, DE $46,615 Milford, DE $46,461 Marydel, DE $46,537 Millsboro, DE $46,149 Millville, DE $46,220 Milton, DE $46,300

Nassau, DE $46,333 Ocean View, DE $46,212 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,301 Seaford, DE $46,327 Selbyville, DE $46,135 Smyrna, DE $46,714 Viola, DE $46,499 Woodside, DE $46,624

Bear, DE $46,517 Newark, DE $46,499 Claymont, DE $46,594 Delaware City, DE $46,546 Hockessin, DE $46,495 Kirkwood, DE $46,537 Middletown, DE $46,555 Montchanin, DE $46,506

New Castle, DE $46,513 Odessa, DE $46,578 Port Penn, DE $46,609 Rockland, DE $46,510 Saint Georges, DE $46,540 Townsend, DE $46,612 Winterthur, DE $46,516 Lewes, DE $46,318

Wilmington, DE $46,497 Dover, DE $46,682 Dover Afb, DE $46,436 Bethany Beach, DE $46,163 Bethel, DE $46,211 Bridgeville, DE $46,320 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,551 Cheswold, DE $46,667

Clayton, DE $46,668 Dagsboro, DE $46,131 Delmar, DE $46,057 Ellendale, DE $46,197 Felton, DE $46,457 Fenwick Island, DE $46,141 Frankford, DE $46,061 Frederica, DE $46,503

Georgetown, DE $46,114 Greenwood, DE $46,327 Harbeson, DE $46,163 Harrington, DE $46,398 Hartly, DE $46,542 Houston, DE $46,332 Kenton, DE $46,671 Laurel, DE $46,086

Yorklyn, DE $46,509

Maintenance Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Maintenance Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Maintenance Assistant positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Maintenance Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Maintenance Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$55,863	$27.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$55,863	$27.0	20%
Biotechnology	$53,535	$26.0	15%
Financial Services	$53,535	$26.0	15%
Software & Networking	$53,535	$26.0	15%

Maintenance Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Maintenance Assistant'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 July 01, 2026

$41,004

Average $46,553/year

$51,549

$3,417

Average $3,879/month

$4,296

$789

Average $895/week

$991

$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,549	$4,296	$991	$25
Average	$46,553	$3,879	$895	$22
25th Percentile	$41,004	$3,417	$789	$20

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