What are the main factors that influence a Material Handler 2's salary?

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

How does experience change a Material Handler 2's salary?

A Material Handler 2's salary grows with experience: starting around $40,128 for beginners, reaching about $41,054 at mid-level, and approach $43,359 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Material Handler 2?

Material Handler 2 salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Material Handler 2 roles are District of Columbia $45,245, California $45,073, Massachusetts $44,473. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Material Handler 2 roles make?

Salaries for Material Handler 2 level roles vary by specialization: Lead Material Handler: $117,060; Material Handler Manufacturing: $74,541; Warehouse Material Handler III: $46,633; Material Handler Loader: $44,686; Material Handler Forklift: $42,014.

Material Handler 2 Salary in Delaware

How much does a Material Handler 2 make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Material Handler 2 in Delaware is $41,383 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Material Handler 2's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,940
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,487 to $45,862
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,849

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Material Handler 2 Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,862	$3,822	$882	$22
Average	$41,383	$3,449	$796	$20
25th Percentile	$38,487	$3,207	$740	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Material Handler 2 Salaries

A Material Handler 2'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 Material Handler 2 Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Material Handler 2'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): $40,128
Early Career (1-2 years): $40,212
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,054
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $42,701
Expert (over 8 years): $43,359

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Material Handler 2	$40,128
Intermediate Level Material Handler 2	$40,212
Senior Level Material Handler 2	$41,054
Specialist Level Material Handler 2	$42,701
Expert Level Material Handler 2	$43,359

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How Do Material Handler 2 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 Material Handler 2s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $45,245.
California: $45,073.
Massachusetts: $44,473.

District of Columbia $45,245 California $45,073 Massachusetts $44,473 Washington $44,309 New Jersey $44,293 Alaska $44,236 Connecticut $43,672 New York $43,443

Hawaii $42,711 Rhode Island $42,368 Maryland $42,135 Minnesota $41,817 Colorado $41,694 Illinois $41,653 Oregon $41,498 Delaware $41,383

New Hampshire $41,311 Virginia $41,150 Pennsylvania $40,681 Nevada $40,443 North Dakota $40,366 Michigan $40,243 Wisconsin $40,198 Vermont $40,108

Texas $39,859 Maine $39,843 Arizona $39,818 Ohio $39,790 Georgia $39,414 Indiana $39,226 Wyoming $39,189 Utah $39,132

Iowa $39,107 Kansas $38,911 Louisiana $38,854 North Carolina $38,833 Missouri $38,825 Florida $38,666 Montana $38,580 Nebraska $38,498

Kentucky $38,453 South Carolina $38,290 Tennessee $38,188 Idaho $38,147 New Mexico $37,849 Oklahoma $37,783 Alabama $37,542 South Dakota $37,138

Arkansas $36,917 West Virginia $36,798 Mississippi $36,443

Top Paying Cities for Material Handler 2s

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: $42,830
Little Creek: $42,434
Magnolia: $42,609

Lincoln, DE $42,830 Little Creek, DE $42,434 Magnolia, DE $42,609 Milford, DE $42,830 Marydel, DE $42,274 Millsboro, DE $42,830 Millville, DE $43,116 Milton, DE $42,830

Nassau, DE $42,830 Ocean View, DE $43,116 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,116 Seaford, DE $42,380 Selbyville, DE $43,116 Smyrna, DE $42,225 Viola, DE $42,609 Woodside, DE $42,487

Bear, DE $41,915 Newark, DE $41,931 Claymont, DE $41,964 Delaware City, DE $41,931 Hockessin, DE $41,964 Kirkwood, DE $41,931 Middletown, DE $42,139 Montchanin, DE $41,964

New Castle, DE $41,964 Odessa, DE $42,197 Port Penn, DE $41,817 Rockland, DE $41,964 Saint Georges, DE $41,931 Townsend, DE $42,135 Winterthur, DE $41,964 Lewes, DE $42,830

Wilmington, DE $41,964 Dover, DE $42,413 Dover Afb, DE $42,511 Bethany Beach, DE $43,116 Bethel, DE $42,380 Bridgeville, DE $42,830 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,458 Cheswold, DE $42,315

Clayton, DE $42,209 Dagsboro, DE $43,116 Delmar, DE $42,380 Ellendale, DE $42,830 Felton, DE $42,830 Fenwick Island, DE $43,116 Frankford, DE $43,116 Frederica, DE $42,830

Georgetown, DE $42,830 Greenwood, DE $42,830 Harbeson, DE $42,830 Harrington, DE $42,830 Hartly, DE $42,188 Houston, DE $42,830 Kenton, DE $42,209 Laurel, DE $42,380

Yorklyn, DE $41,964

Material Handler 2 Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Material Handler 2'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 January 01, 2026

$38,487

Average $41,383/year

$45,862

$3,207

Average $3,449/month

$3,822

$740

Average $796/week

$882

$19

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,862	$3,822	$882	$22
Average	$41,383	$3,449	$796	$20
25th Percentile	$38,487	$3,207	$740	$19

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