What are the main factors that influence a Project Superintendent's salary?

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

How does experience change A Project Superintendent's salary?

A Project Superintendent's salary grows with experience: a Project Superintendent (0-3 years)earns $114,115, a Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $133,478, a Resident Construction Manager I (5+ years)earns $150,824, a Resident Construction Manager II (5+ years)earns $175,044,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Superintendent?

Project Superintendent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Superintendent roles are District of Columbia $125,932, California $125,454, Massachusetts $123,782. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Superintendent roles make?

Salaries for Project Superintendent level roles vary by specialization: Construction Field Superintendent, Sr.: $130,370; Plant Operations Superintendent: $122,400; Plant Superintendent: $122,332; Construction Site Superintendent: $111,500; Project Field Superintendent: $111,460.

Project Superintendent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Superintendent make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Superintendent in Delaware is $115,183 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,937
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,229 to $129,711
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,344

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Project Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,711	$10,809	$2,494	$62
Average	$115,183	$9,599	$2,215	$55
25th Percentile	$103,229	$8,602	$1,985	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Project Superintendent Salaries

A Project Superintendent'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 Project Superintendent 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 Project Superintendents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $125,932.
California: $125,454.
Massachusetts: $123,782.

District of Columbia $125,932 California $125,454 Massachusetts $123,782 Washington $123,327 New Jersey $123,282 Alaska $123,122 Connecticut $121,553 New York $120,916

Hawaii $118,880 Rhode Island $117,925 Maryland $117,276 Minnesota $116,389 Colorado $116,048 Illinois $115,934 Oregon $115,502 Delaware $115,183

New Hampshire $114,983 Virginia $114,535 Pennsylvania $113,227 Nevada $112,567 North Dakota $112,351 Michigan $112,010 Wisconsin $111,885 Vermont $111,635

Texas $110,941 Maine $110,896 Arizona $110,827 Ohio $110,748 Georgia $109,701 Indiana $109,178 Wyoming $109,076 Utah $108,916

Iowa $108,848 Kansas $108,302 Louisiana $108,143 North Carolina $108,086 Missouri $108,063 Florida $107,620 Montana $107,381 Nebraska $107,154

Kentucky $107,028 South Carolina $106,573 Tennessee $106,289 Idaho $106,175 New Mexico $105,345 Oklahoma $105,163 Alabama $104,492 South Dakota $103,366

Arkansas $102,752 West Virginia $102,422 Mississippi $101,432

Top Paying Cities for Project Superintendents

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: $114,665
Little Creek: $115,504
Magnolia: $115,338

Lincoln, DE $114,665 Little Creek, DE $115,504 Magnolia, DE $115,338 Milford, DE $114,956 Marydel, DE $115,145 Millsboro, DE $114,184 Millville, DE $114,360 Milton, DE $114,558

Nassau, DE $114,641 Ocean View, DE $114,341 Rehoboth Beach, DE $114,560 Seaford, DE $114,625 Selbyville, DE $114,151 Smyrna, DE $115,584 Viola, DE $115,052 Woodside, DE $115,361

Bear, DE $115,095 Newark, DE $115,052 Claymont, DE $115,287 Delaware City, DE $115,166 Hockessin, DE $115,041 Kirkwood, DE $115,145 Middletown, DE $115,189 Montchanin, DE $115,067

New Castle, DE $115,085 Odessa, DE $115,246 Port Penn, DE $115,323 Rockland, DE $115,079 Saint Georges, DE $115,153 Townsend, DE $115,330 Winterthur, DE $115,092 Lewes, DE $114,602

Wilmington, DE $115,047 Dover, DE $115,504 Dover Afb, DE $114,896 Bethany Beach, DE $114,220 Bethel, DE $114,338 Bridgeville, DE $114,608 Camden Wyoming, DE $115,179 Cheswold, DE $115,467

Clayton, DE $115,470 Dagsboro, DE $114,140 Delmar, DE $113,957 Ellendale, DE $114,303 Felton, DE $114,947 Fenwick Island, DE $114,166 Frankford, DE $113,966 Frederica, DE $115,061

Georgetown, DE $114,097 Greenwood, DE $114,626 Harbeson, DE $114,219 Harrington, DE $114,801 Hartly, DE $115,158 Houston, DE $114,638 Kenton, DE $115,476 Laurel, DE $114,029

Yorklyn, DE $115,075

Project Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Superintendent'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

$103,229

Average $115,183/year

$129,711

$8,602

Average $9,599/month

$10,809

$1,985

Average $2,215/week

$2,494

$50

Average $55/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,711	$10,809	$2,494	$62
Average	$115,183	$9,599	$2,215	$55
25th Percentile	$103,229	$8,602	$1,985	$50

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