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

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Ranger roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Ranger's salary?

A Ranger's salary grows with experience: a Security Guard - Unarmed (0-1 years)earns $40,243, a Ranger (3-5 years)earns $49,459, a Security Guard Team Leader (5+ years)earns $61,753,

What are the highest paying states for a Ranger?

Ranger salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Ranger roles are District of Columbia $54,482, California $54,275, Massachusetts $53,552. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Ranger roles make?

Salaries for Ranger level roles vary by specialization: Fire Ranger: $53,634; Campground Ranger: $53,293; RV Ranger: $49,475; Army Ranger: $48,256; Wilderness Ranger: $48,208.

Ranger Salary in Delaware

How much does a Ranger make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Ranger in Delaware is $49,832 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,525
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,660 to $54,905
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,772

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Ranger Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,905	$4,575	$1,056	$26
Average	$49,832	$4,153	$958	$24
25th Percentile	$46,660	$3,888	$897	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Ranger Salaries

A Ranger'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 Ranger 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 Rangers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $54,482.
California: $54,275.
Massachusetts: $53,552.

District of Columbia $54,482 California $54,275 Massachusetts $53,552 Washington $53,355 New Jersey $53,335 Alaska $53,266 Connecticut $52,587 New York $52,312

Hawaii $51,431 Rhode Island $51,018 Maryland $50,737 Minnesota $50,353 Colorado $50,206 Illinois $50,156 Oregon $49,969 Delaware $49,832

New Hampshire $49,745 Virginia $49,551 Pennsylvania $48,985 Nevada $48,700 North Dakota $48,606 Michigan $48,459 Wisconsin $48,405 Vermont $48,296

Texas $47,996 Maine $47,977 Arizona $47,947 Ohio $47,913 Georgia $47,460 Indiana $47,234 Wyoming $47,189 Utah $47,120

Iowa $47,091 Kansas $46,855 Louisiana $46,786 North Carolina $46,761 Missouri $46,751 Florida $46,559 Montana $46,456 Nebraska $46,358

Kentucky $46,304 South Carolina $46,107 Tennessee $45,984 Idaho $45,934 New Mexico $45,575 Oklahoma $45,497 Alabama $45,206 South Dakota $44,719

Arkansas $44,453 West Virginia $44,311 Mississippi $43,883

Top Paying Cities for Rangers

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: $49,607
Little Creek: $49,970
Magnolia: $49,899

Lincoln, DE $49,607 Little Creek, DE $49,970 Magnolia, DE $49,899 Milford, DE $49,733 Marydel, DE $49,815 Millsboro, DE $49,399 Millville, DE $49,475 Milton, DE $49,561

Nassau, DE $49,597 Ocean View, DE $49,467 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,562 Seaford, DE $49,590 Selbyville, DE $49,385 Smyrna, DE $50,005 Viola, DE $49,775 Woodside, DE $49,908

Bear, DE $49,793 Newark, DE $49,775 Claymont, DE $49,876 Delaware City, DE $49,824 Hockessin, DE $49,770 Kirkwood, DE $49,815 Middletown, DE $49,834 Montchanin, DE $49,781

New Castle, DE $49,789 Odessa, DE $49,859 Port Penn, DE $49,892 Rockland, DE $49,786 Saint Georges, DE $49,818 Townsend, DE $49,895 Winterthur, DE $49,792 Lewes, DE $49,580

Wilmington, DE $49,773 Dover, DE $49,970 Dover Afb, DE $49,707 Bethany Beach, DE $49,415 Bethel, DE $49,466 Bridgeville, DE $49,583 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,830 Cheswold, DE $49,954

Clayton, DE $49,956 Dagsboro, DE $49,380 Delmar, DE $49,301 Ellendale, DE $49,451 Felton, DE $49,729 Fenwick Island, DE $49,391 Frankford, DE $49,305 Frederica, DE $49,778

Georgetown, DE $49,362 Greenwood, DE $49,591 Harbeson, DE $49,414 Harrington, DE $49,666 Hartly, DE $49,821 Houston, DE $49,595 Kenton, DE $49,958 Laurel, DE $49,332

Yorklyn, DE $49,785

Ranger Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Ranger roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Ranger positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Ranger as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Ranger

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$64,781	$31.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$62,290	$30.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$59,798	$29.0	20%
Business Services	$57,306	$28.0	15%
Healthcare	$54,815	$26.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Ranger'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

$46,660

Average $49,832/year

$54,905

$3,888

Average $4,153/month

$4,575

$897

Average $958/week

$1,056

$22

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,905	$4,575	$1,056	$26
Average	$49,832	$4,153	$958	$24
25th Percentile	$46,660	$3,888	$897	$22

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