What are the main factors that influence a Packager'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 Packager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Packager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Packager's salary?

A Packager's salary grows with experience: starting around $34,443 for beginners, reaching about $35,831 at mid-level, and approach $36,215 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Packager?

Packager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Packager roles are District of Columbia $38,282, California $38,137, Massachusetts $37,629. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Packager roles make?

Salaries for Packager level roles vary by specialization: Application Packager: $158,972; Chemical Packager: $43,903; Software Packager: $35,651; Bakery Packager: $35,450; Food Packager: $35,263.

Packager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Packager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Packager in Delaware is $35,015 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $41,252
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,090 to $38,279
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,337

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Packager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,279	$3,190	$736	$18
Average	$35,015	$2,918	$673	$17
25th Percentile	$33,090	$2,757	$636	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Packager Salaries

A Packager'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 Packager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Packager'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): $34,443
Early Career (1-2 years): $34,775
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $35,831
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $35,975
Expert (over 8 years): $36,215

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Packager	$34,443
Intermediate Level Packager	$34,775
Senior Level Packager	$35,831
Specialist Level Packager	$35,975
Expert Level Packager	$36,215

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How Do Packager 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 Packagers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $38,282.
California: $38,137.
Massachusetts: $37,629.

District of Columbia $38,282 California $38,137 Massachusetts $37,629 Washington $37,491 New Jersey $37,477 Alaska $37,428 Connecticut $36,951 New York $36,758

Hawaii $36,139 Rhode Island $35,848 Maryland $35,651 Minnesota $35,382 Colorado $35,278 Illinois $35,243 Oregon $35,112 Delaware $35,015

New Hampshire $34,954 Virginia $34,818 Pennsylvania $34,420 Nevada $34,220 North Dakota $34,154 Michigan $34,050 Wisconsin $34,012 Vermont $33,936

Texas $33,725 Maine $33,712 Arizona $33,691 Ohio $33,667 Georgia $33,348 Indiana $33,189 Wyoming $33,158 Utah $33,110

Iowa $33,089 Kansas $32,923 Louisiana $32,875 North Carolina $32,857 Missouri $32,851 Florida $32,716 Montana $32,643 Nebraska $32,574

Kentucky $32,536 South Carolina $32,398 Tennessee $32,311 Idaho $32,277 New Mexico $32,024 Oklahoma $31,969 Alabama $31,765 South Dakota $31,423

Arkansas $31,236 West Virginia $31,136 Mississippi $30,835

Top Paying Cities for Packagers

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: $34,857
Little Creek: $35,113
Magnolia: $35,062

Lincoln, DE $34,857 Little Creek, DE $35,113 Magnolia, DE $35,062 Milford, DE $34,946 Marydel, DE $35,003 Millsboro, DE $34,711 Millville, DE $34,765 Milton, DE $34,825

Nassau, DE $34,850 Ocean View, DE $34,759 Rehoboth Beach, DE $34,826 Seaford, DE $34,845 Selbyville, DE $34,701 Smyrna, DE $35,137 Viola, DE $34,975 Woodside, DE $35,069

Bear, DE $34,988 Newark, DE $34,975 Claymont, DE $35,046 Delaware City, DE $35,010 Hockessin, DE $34,972 Kirkwood, DE $35,003 Middletown, DE $35,017 Montchanin, DE $34,980

New Castle, DE $34,985 Odessa, DE $35,034 Port Penn, DE $35,058 Rockland, DE $34,983 Saint Georges, DE $35,006 Townsend, DE $35,060 Winterthur, DE $34,987 Lewes, DE $34,838

Wilmington, DE $34,974 Dover, DE $35,113 Dover Afb, DE $34,928 Bethany Beach, DE $34,722 Bethel, DE $34,758 Bridgeville, DE $34,840 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,014 Cheswold, DE $35,101

Clayton, DE $35,102 Dagsboro, DE $34,698 Delmar, DE $34,642 Ellendale, DE $34,747 Felton, DE $34,943 Fenwick Island, DE $34,706 Frankford, DE $34,645 Frederica, DE $34,978

Georgetown, DE $34,685 Greenwood, DE $34,846 Harbeson, DE $34,722 Harrington, DE $34,899 Hartly, DE $35,007 Houston, DE $34,849 Kenton, DE $35,104 Laurel, DE $34,664

Yorklyn, DE $34,982

Packager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Packager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Packager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Packager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Packager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$52,523	$25.0	50%
Software & Networking	$49,021	$24.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$47,270	$23.0	35%
Financial Services	$43,769	$21.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$42,018	$20.0	20%

Packager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Packager'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

$33,090

Average $35,015/year

$38,279

$2,757

Average $2,918/month

$3,190

$636

Average $673/week

$736

$16

Average $17/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,279	$3,190	$736	$18
Average	$35,015	$2,918	$673	$17
25th Percentile	$33,090	$2,757	$636	$16

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