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

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

How does experience change A Packer's salary?

A Packer's salary grows with experience: starting around $34,212 for beginners, reaching about $35,590 at mid-level, and approach $35,972 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Packer?

Packer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Packer roles are District of Columbia $38,025, California $37,881, Massachusetts $37,376. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Packer roles make?

Salaries for Packer level roles vary by specialization: Parachute Packer: $47,992; Packer, Inspector: $45,553; Packer/Palletizer: $44,480; Warehouse Packer: $41,169; Picker Packer: $37,640.

Packer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Packer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Packer in Delaware is $34,780 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $40,974
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,867 to $38,022
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,126

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Packer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,022	$3,169	$731	$18
Average	$34,780	$2,898	$669	$17
25th Percentile	$32,867	$2,739	$632	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Packer Salaries

A Packer'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 Packer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Packer'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): $34,212
Early Career (1-2 years): $34,541
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $35,590
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $35,733
Expert (over 8 years): $35,972

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Packer	$34,212
Intermediate Level Packer	$34,541
Senior Level Packer	$35,590
Specialist Level Packer	$35,733
Expert Level Packer	$35,972

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

District of Columbia: $38,025.
California: $37,881.
Massachusetts: $37,376.

District of Columbia $38,025 California $37,881 Massachusetts $37,376 Washington $37,239 New Jersey $37,225 Alaska $37,177 Connecticut $36,703 New York $36,510

Hawaii $35,896 Rhode Island $35,607 Maryland $35,411 Minnesota $35,144 Colorado $35,041 Illinois $35,006 Oregon $34,876 Delaware $34,780

New Hampshire $34,719 Virginia $34,584 Pennsylvania $34,189 Nevada $33,990 North Dakota $33,924 Michigan $33,821 Wisconsin $33,784 Vermont $33,708

Texas $33,499 Maine $33,485 Arizona $33,464 Ohio $33,440 Georgia $33,124 Indiana $32,966 Wyoming $32,935 Utah $32,887

Iowa $32,867 Kansas $32,702 Louisiana $32,654 North Carolina $32,637 Missouri $32,630 Florida $32,496 Montana $32,424 Nebraska $32,355

Kentucky $32,317 South Carolina $32,180 Tennessee $32,094 Idaho $32,060 New Mexico $31,809 Oklahoma $31,754 Alabama $31,551 South Dakota $31,211

Arkansas $31,026 West Virginia $30,926 Mississippi $30,627

Top Paying Cities for Packers

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: $34,623
Little Creek: $34,876
Magnolia: $34,826

Lincoln, DE $34,623 Little Creek, DE $34,876 Magnolia, DE $34,826 Milford, DE $34,711 Marydel, DE $34,768 Millsboro, DE $34,478 Millville, DE $34,531 Milton, DE $34,591

Nassau, DE $34,616 Ocean View, DE $34,525 Rehoboth Beach, DE $34,591 Seaford, DE $34,611 Selbyville, DE $34,468 Smyrna, DE $34,900 Viola, DE $34,740 Woodside, DE $34,833

Bear, DE $34,753 Newark, DE $34,740 Claymont, DE $34,811 Delaware City, DE $34,774 Hockessin, DE $34,737 Kirkwood, DE $34,768 Middletown, DE $34,781 Montchanin, DE $34,745

New Castle, DE $34,750 Odessa, DE $34,798 Port Penn, DE $34,822 Rockland, DE $34,748 Saint Georges, DE $34,770 Townsend, DE $34,824 Winterthur, DE $34,752 Lewes, DE $34,604

Wilmington, DE $34,738 Dover, DE $34,876 Dover Afb, DE $34,693 Bethany Beach, DE $34,489 Bethel, DE $34,524 Bridgeville, DE $34,606 Camden Wyoming, DE $34,778 Cheswold, DE $34,865

Clayton, DE $34,866 Dagsboro, DE $34,465 Delmar, DE $34,409 Ellendale, DE $34,514 Felton, DE $34,708 Fenwick Island, DE $34,472 Frankford, DE $34,412 Frederica, DE $34,742

Georgetown, DE $34,452 Greenwood, DE $34,611 Harbeson, DE $34,488 Harrington, DE $34,664 Hartly, DE $34,772 Houston, DE $34,615 Kenton, DE $34,868 Laurel, DE $34,431

Yorklyn, DE $34,747

Packer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Packer 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, Packer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Packer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Packer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$52,169	$25.0	50%
Software & Networking	$48,691	$23.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$46,952	$23.0	35%
Financial Services	$43,474	$21.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$41,735	$20.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Packer'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.

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$32,867

Average $34,780/year

$38,022

$2,739

Average $2,898/month

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Average $669/week

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Average $17/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,022	$3,169	$731	$18
Average	$34,780	$2,898	$669	$17
25th Percentile	$32,867	$2,739	$632	$16

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