What are the main factors that influence a Master Planner'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 Master Planner?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Master Planner roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Master Planner's salary?

A Master Planner's salary grows with experience: a Project Planner I (0-2 years)earns $71,145, a Master Planner (2-4 years)earns $84,241, a Project Planner III (4-7 years)earns $111,570,

What are the highest paying states for a Master Planner?

Master Planner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Master Planner roles are District of Columbia $92,870, California $92,517, Massachusetts $91,284. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Master Planner roles make?

Salaries for Master Planner level roles vary by specialization: Master Stylist: $134,506; Master Production Scheduler Planner: $110,042; Master Planner Scheduler: $108,854; Master Production Planner: $106,479; Planner: $91,865.

Master Planner Salary in Delaware

How much does a Master Planner make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Master Planner in Delaware is $84,943 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,197
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,006 to $94,498
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,689

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Master Planner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,498	$7,875	$1,817	$45
Average	$84,943	$7,079	$1,634	$41
25th Percentile	$78,006	$6,500	$1,500	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Master Planner Salaries

A Master Planner'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 Master Planner 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 Master Planners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $92,870.
California: $92,517.
Massachusetts: $91,284.

District of Columbia $92,870 California $92,517 Massachusetts $91,284 Washington $90,949 New Jersey $90,915 Alaska $90,798 Connecticut $89,640 New York $89,171

Hawaii $87,669 Rhode Island $86,965 Maryland $86,487 Minnesota $85,832 Colorado $85,581 Illinois $85,497 Oregon $85,178 Delaware $84,943

New Hampshire $84,796 Virginia $84,465 Pennsylvania $83,500 Nevada $83,014 North Dakota $82,855 Michigan $82,603 Wisconsin $82,511 Vermont $82,326

Texas $81,815 Maine $81,781 Arizona $81,731 Ohio $81,672 Georgia $80,900 Indiana $80,514 Wyoming $80,439 Utah $80,321

Iowa $80,271 Kansas $79,869 Louisiana $79,751 North Carolina $79,709 Missouri $79,692 Florida $79,365 Montana $79,189 Nebraska $79,021

Kentucky $78,929 South Carolina $78,594 Tennessee $78,384 Idaho $78,300 New Mexico $77,688 Oklahoma $77,554 Alabama $77,059 South Dakota $76,228

Arkansas $75,775 West Virginia $75,532 Mississippi $74,802

Top Paying Cities for Master Planners

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: $84,561
Little Creek: $85,180
Magnolia: $85,057

Lincoln, DE $84,561 Little Creek, DE $85,180 Magnolia, DE $85,057 Milford, DE $84,775 Marydel, DE $84,915 Millsboro, DE $84,206 Millville, DE $84,336 Milton, DE $84,482

Nassau, DE $84,543 Ocean View, DE $84,322 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,483 Seaford, DE $84,531 Selbyville, DE $84,182 Smyrna, DE $85,238 Viola, DE $84,846 Woodside, DE $85,074

Bear, DE $84,878 Newark, DE $84,846 Claymont, DE $85,019 Delaware City, DE $84,931 Hockessin, DE $84,838 Kirkwood, DE $84,915 Middletown, DE $84,947 Montchanin, DE $84,858

New Castle, DE $84,870 Odessa, DE $84,989 Port Penn, DE $85,046 Rockland, DE $84,866 Saint Georges, DE $84,921 Townsend, DE $85,051 Winterthur, DE $84,876 Lewes, DE $84,515

Wilmington, DE $84,842 Dover, DE $85,180 Dover Afb, DE $84,731 Bethany Beach, DE $84,233 Bethel, DE $84,320 Bridgeville, DE $84,519 Camden Wyoming, DE $84,940 Cheswold, DE $85,152

Clayton, DE $85,155 Dagsboro, DE $84,174 Delmar, DE $84,039 Ellendale, DE $84,294 Felton, DE $84,769 Fenwick Island, DE $84,192 Frankford, DE $84,046 Frederica, DE $84,853

Georgetown, DE $84,142 Greenwood, DE $84,532 Harbeson, DE $84,232 Harrington, DE $84,661 Hartly, DE $84,925 Houston, DE $84,541 Kenton, DE $85,159 Laurel, DE $84,092

Yorklyn, DE $84,863

Master Planner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Master Planner 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 Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Master Planner positions in Telecom or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Master Planner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Master Planner

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$101,932	$49.0	20%
Biotechnology	$101,932	$49.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$101,932	$49.0	20%
Financial Services	$101,932	$49.0	20%
Internet	$101,932	$49.0	20%

Master Planner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Master Planner'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

$78,006

Average $84,943/year

$94,498

$6,500

Average $7,079/month

$7,875

$1,500

Average $1,634/week

$1,817

$38

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,498	$7,875	$1,817	$45
Average	$84,943	$7,079	$1,634	$41
25th Percentile	$78,006	$6,500	$1,500	$38

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