What are the main factors that influence a Meat Cutter's salary?

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

How does experience change A Meat Cutter's salary?

A Meat Cutter's salary grows with experience: starting around $32,604 for beginners, reaching about $33,498 at mid-level, and approach $34,681 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Meat Cutter?

Meat Cutter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Meat Cutter roles are District of Columbia $36,624, California $36,485, Massachusetts $35,998. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Meat Cutter roles make?

Salaries for Meat Cutter level roles vary by specialization: Diamond Cutter: $46,313; Concrete Cutter: $45,284; Cutter/Trimmer, Hand: $41,753; Cutter: $40,410; Cutter Operator: $37,546.

Meat Cutter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Meat Cutter make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Meat Cutter in Delaware is $33,498 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $16.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $38,623
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,369 to $36,181
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,432

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Meat Cutter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,181	$3,015	$696	$17
Average	$33,498	$2,791	$644	$16
25th Percentile	$31,369	$2,614	$603	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Meat Cutter Salaries

A Meat Cutter'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 Meat Cutter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Meat Cutter'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): $32,604
Early Career (1-2 years): $32,667
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $33,498
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $34,602
Expert (over 8 years): $34,681

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Meat Cutter	$32,604
Intermediate Level Meat Cutter	$32,667
Senior Level Meat Cutter	$33,498
Specialist Level Meat Cutter	$34,602
Expert Level Meat Cutter	$34,681

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How Do Meat Cutter 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 Meat Cutters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $36,624.
California: $36,485.
Massachusetts: $35,998.

District of Columbia $36,624 California $36,485 Massachusetts $35,998 Washington $35,866 New Jersey $35,853 Alaska $35,807 Connecticut $35,350 New York $35,165

Hawaii $34,573 Rhode Island $34,295 Maryland $34,106 Minnesota $33,848 Colorado $33,749 Illinois $33,716 Oregon $33,590 Delaware $33,498

New Hampshire $33,439 Virginia $33,309 Pennsylvania $32,929 Nevada $32,737 North Dakota $32,674 Michigan $32,575 Wisconsin $32,538 Vermont $32,466

Texas $32,264 Maine $32,251 Arizona $32,231 Ohio $32,208 Georgia $31,903 Indiana $31,751 Wyoming $31,721 Utah $31,675

Iowa $31,655 Kansas $31,496 Louisiana $31,450 North Carolina $31,434 Missouri $31,427 Florida $31,298 Montana $31,229 Nebraska $31,162

Kentucky $31,126 South Carolina $30,994 Tennessee $30,911 Idaho $30,878 New Mexico $30,636 Oklahoma $30,584 Alabama $30,388 South Dakota $30,061

Arkansas $29,882 West Virginia $29,786 Mississippi $29,499

Top Paying Cities for Meat Cutters

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: $34,669
Little Creek: $34,348
Magnolia: $34,490

Lincoln, DE $34,669 Little Creek, DE $34,348 Magnolia, DE $34,490 Milford, DE $34,669 Marydel, DE $34,219 Millsboro, DE $34,669 Millville, DE $34,900 Milton, DE $34,669

Nassau, DE $34,669 Ocean View, DE $34,900 Rehoboth Beach, DE $34,900 Seaford, DE $34,305 Selbyville, DE $34,900 Smyrna, DE $34,179 Viola, DE $34,490 Woodside, DE $34,391

Bear, DE $33,928 Newark, DE $33,941 Claymont, DE $33,967 Delaware City, DE $33,941 Hockessin, DE $33,967 Kirkwood, DE $33,941 Middletown, DE $34,110 Montchanin, DE $33,967

New Castle, DE $33,967 Odessa, DE $34,156 Port Penn, DE $33,848 Rockland, DE $33,967 Saint Georges, DE $33,941 Townsend, DE $34,106 Winterthur, DE $33,967 Lewes, DE $34,669

Wilmington, DE $33,967 Dover, DE $34,331 Dover Afb, DE $34,411 Bethany Beach, DE $34,900 Bethel, DE $34,305 Bridgeville, DE $34,669 Camden Wyoming, DE $34,368 Cheswold, DE $34,252

Clayton, DE $34,166 Dagsboro, DE $34,900 Delmar, DE $34,305 Ellendale, DE $34,669 Felton, DE $34,669 Fenwick Island, DE $34,900 Frankford, DE $34,900 Frederica, DE $34,669

Georgetown, DE $34,669 Greenwood, DE $34,669 Harbeson, DE $34,669 Harrington, DE $34,669 Hartly, DE $34,149 Houston, DE $34,669 Kenton, DE $34,166 Laurel, DE $34,305

Yorklyn, DE $33,967

Meat Cutter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Meat Cutter'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 April 01, 2026

$31,369

Average $33,498/year

$36,181

$2,614

Average $2,791/month

$3,015

$603

Average $644/week

$696

$15

Average $16/hour

$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$36,181	$3,015	$696	$17
Average	$33,498	$2,791	$644	$16
25th Percentile	$31,369	$2,614	$603	$15

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