What are the main factors that influence a Pipeline Operator's salary?

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

How does experience change A Pipeline Operator's salary?

A Pipeline Operator's salary grows with experience: a Pipeline Technician I (0-1 years)earns $73,950, a Pipeline Operator (1-3 years)earns $81,958, a Pipeline Technician III (3-5 years)earns $92,636, a Pipeline Maintenance Manager (5+ years)earns $112,847,

What are the highest paying states for a Pipeline Operator?

Pipeline Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pipeline Operator roles are District of Columbia $90,195, California $89,853, Massachusetts $88,655. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pipeline Operator roles make?

Salaries for Pipeline Operator level roles vary by specialization: Pipeline Manager: $162,400; Pipeline Foreman: $147,748; Pipeline Supervisor: $133,490; Pipeline Specialist: $89,933; Pipeline Controller: $87,187.

Pipeline Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pipeline Operator make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pipeline Operator in Delaware is $82,497 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,497
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,259 to $89,825
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,490

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Pipeline Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,825	$7,485	$1,727	$43
Average	$82,497	$6,875	$1,586	$40
25th Percentile	$77,259	$6,438	$1,486	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Pipeline Operator Salaries

A Pipeline Operator'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 Pipeline Operator 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 Pipeline Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,195.
California: $89,853.
Massachusetts: $88,655.

District of Columbia $90,195 California $89,853 Massachusetts $88,655 Washington $88,329 New Jersey $88,297 Alaska $88,183 Connecticut $87,058 New York $86,602

Hawaii $85,144 Rhode Island $84,460 Maryland $83,995 Minnesota $83,360 Colorado $83,116 Illinois $83,034 Oregon $82,725 Delaware $82,497

New Hampshire $82,353 Virginia $82,032 Pennsylvania $81,095 Nevada $80,623 North Dakota $80,468 Michigan $80,224 Wisconsin $80,134 Vermont $79,955

Texas $79,458 Maine $79,425 Arizona $79,377 Ohio $79,320 Georgia $78,570 Indiana $78,195 Wyoming $78,122 Utah $78,008

Iowa $77,959 Kansas $77,568 Louisiana $77,454 North Carolina $77,413 Missouri $77,397 Florida $77,079 Montana $76,908 Nebraska $76,745

Kentucky $76,656 South Carolina $76,330 Tennessee $76,126 Idaho $76,045 New Mexico $75,450 Oklahoma $75,320 Alabama $74,839 South Dakota $74,033

Arkansas $73,593 West Virginia $73,357 Mississippi $72,648

Top Paying Cities for Pipeline Operators

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: $82,125
Little Creek: $82,726
Magnolia: $82,607

Lincoln, DE $82,125 Little Creek, DE $82,726 Magnolia, DE $82,607 Milford, DE $82,334 Marydel, DE $82,469 Millsboro, DE $81,781 Millville, DE $81,907 Milton, DE $82,049

Nassau, DE $82,108 Ocean View, DE $81,893 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,050 Seaford, DE $82,097 Selbyville, DE $81,757 Smyrna, DE $82,783 Viola, DE $82,402 Woodside, DE $82,624

Bear, DE $82,433 Newark, DE $82,402 Claymont, DE $82,571 Delaware City, DE $82,484 Hockessin, DE $82,395 Kirkwood, DE $82,469 Middletown, DE $82,501 Montchanin, DE $82,413

New Castle, DE $82,426 Odessa, DE $82,541 Port Penn, DE $82,597 Rockland, DE $82,422 Saint Georges, DE $82,475 Townsend, DE $82,602 Winterthur, DE $82,431 Lewes, DE $82,080

Wilmington, DE $82,399 Dover, DE $82,726 Dover Afb, DE $82,290 Bethany Beach, DE $81,807 Bethel, DE $81,891 Bridgeville, DE $82,084 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,493 Cheswold, DE $82,699

Clayton, DE $82,702 Dagsboro, DE $81,750 Delmar, DE $81,618 Ellendale, DE $81,866 Felton, DE $82,327 Fenwick Island, DE $81,767 Frankford, DE $81,625 Frederica, DE $82,409

Georgetown, DE $81,719 Greenwood, DE $82,097 Harbeson, DE $81,806 Harrington, DE $82,223 Hartly, DE $82,479 Houston, DE $82,106 Kenton, DE $82,706 Laurel, DE $81,670

Yorklyn, DE $82,419

Pipeline Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pipeline Operator'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 May 01, 2026

$77,259

Average $82,497/year

$89,825

$6,438

Average $6,875/month

$7,485

$1,486

Average $1,586/week

$1,727

$37

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,825	$7,485	$1,727	$43
Average	$82,497	$6,875	$1,586	$40
25th Percentile	$77,259	$6,438	$1,486	$37

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