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

A Material Handler's salary grows with experience: a Materials Handler I (0-1 years)earns $36,686, a Material Handler (1-3 years)earns $40,891, a Materials Handler III (3-5 years)earns $46,132, a Materials Handling Supervisor (5+ years)earns $76,053,

What are the highest paying states for a Material Handler?

Material Handler salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Material Handler roles are District of Columbia $45,065, California $44,894, Massachusetts $44,296. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Material Handler roles make?

Salaries for Material Handler level roles vary by specialization: Lead Material Handler: $117,060; Material Handler Manufacturing: $74,541; Material Handler Loader: $44,686; Material Handler Forklift: $42,014; Material Handler 2: $40,864.

Material Handler Salary in Delaware

How much does a Material Handler make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Material Handler in Delaware is $41,219 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,741
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,334 to $45,680
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,707

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Material Handler Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,680	$3,807	$878	$22
Average	$41,219	$3,435	$793	$20
25th Percentile	$38,334	$3,194	$737	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Material Handler Salaries

A 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 Do 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 Material Handlers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $45,065.
California: $44,894.
Massachusetts: $44,296.

District of Columbia $45,065 California $44,894 Massachusetts $44,296 Washington $44,133 New Jersey $44,117 Alaska $44,060 Connecticut $43,498 New York $43,270

Hawaii $42,542 Rhode Island $42,200 Maryland $41,968 Minnesota $41,650 Colorado $41,528 Illinois $41,488 Oregon $41,333 Delaware $41,219

New Hampshire $41,147 Virginia $40,987 Pennsylvania $40,519 Nevada $40,283 North Dakota $40,205 Michigan $40,083 Wisconsin $40,039 Vermont $39,949

Texas $39,701 Maine $39,684 Arizona $39,660 Ohio $39,632 Georgia $39,257 Indiana $39,070 Wyoming $39,033 Utah $38,976

Iowa $38,952 Kansas $38,756 Louisiana $38,699 North Carolina $38,679 Missouri $38,671 Florida $38,512 Montana $38,427 Nebraska $38,345

Kentucky $38,301 South Carolina $38,138 Tennessee $38,036 Idaho $37,995 New Mexico $37,698 Oklahoma $37,633 Alabama $37,393 South Dakota $36,990

Arkansas $36,770 West Virginia $36,652 Mississippi $36,298

Top Paying Cities for 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: $42,660
Little Creek: $42,265
Magnolia: $42,440

Lincoln, DE $42,660 Little Creek, DE $42,265 Magnolia, DE $42,440 Milford, DE $42,660 Marydel, DE $42,106 Millsboro, DE $42,660 Millville, DE $42,945 Milton, DE $42,660

Nassau, DE $42,660 Ocean View, DE $42,945 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,945 Seaford, DE $42,212 Selbyville, DE $42,945 Smyrna, DE $42,057 Viola, DE $42,440 Woodside, DE $42,318

Bear, DE $41,748 Newark, DE $41,764 Claymont, DE $41,797 Delaware City, DE $41,764 Hockessin, DE $41,797 Kirkwood, DE $41,764 Middletown, DE $41,972 Montchanin, DE $41,797

New Castle, DE $41,797 Odessa, DE $42,029 Port Penn, DE $41,650 Rockland, DE $41,797 Saint Georges, DE $41,764 Townsend, DE $41,968 Winterthur, DE $41,797 Lewes, DE $42,660

Wilmington, DE $41,797 Dover, DE $42,245 Dover Afb, DE $42,342 Bethany Beach, DE $42,945 Bethel, DE $42,212 Bridgeville, DE $42,660 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,289 Cheswold, DE $42,147

Clayton, DE $42,041 Dagsboro, DE $42,945 Delmar, DE $42,212 Ellendale, DE $42,660 Felton, DE $42,660 Fenwick Island, DE $42,945 Frankford, DE $42,945 Frederica, DE $42,660

Georgetown, DE $42,660 Greenwood, DE $42,660 Harbeson, DE $42,660 Harrington, DE $42,660 Hartly, DE $42,021 Houston, DE $42,660 Kenton, DE $42,041 Laurel, DE $42,212

Yorklyn, DE $41,797

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

Understanding how a 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$38,334

Average $41,219/year

$45,680

$3,194

Average $3,435/month

$3,807

$737

Average $793/week

$878

$18

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$45,680	$3,807	$878	$22
Average	$41,219	$3,435	$793	$20
25th Percentile	$38,334	$3,194	$737	$18

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