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

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Superintendent roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Superintendent's salary?

A Superintendent's salary grows with experience: a Superintendent (0-3 years)earns $113,077, a Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $132,272, a Resident Construction Manager I (5+ years)earns $149,448, a Resident Construction Manager II (5+ years)earns $173,446,

What are the highest paying states for a Superintendent?

Superintendent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Superintendent roles are District of Columbia $124,786, California $124,313, Massachusetts $122,656. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Superintendent roles make?

Salaries for Superintendent level roles vary by specialization: School Superintendent: $160,284; Plant Superintendent: $122,354; MEP Superintendent: $120,246; Construction Superintendent: $115,754; Project Superintendent: $113,773.

Superintendent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Superintendent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Superintendent in Delaware is $114,135 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $141,626
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,300 to $128,525
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,524

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Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,525	$10,710	$2,472	$62
Average	$114,135	$9,511	$2,195	$55
25th Percentile	$102,300	$8,525	$1,967	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Superintendent Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $124,786.
California: $124,313.
Massachusetts: $122,656.

District of Columbia $124,786 California $124,313 Massachusetts $122,656 Washington $122,205 New Jersey $122,160 Alaska $122,002 Connecticut $120,447 New York $119,816

Hawaii $117,798 Rhode Island $116,852 Maryland $116,209 Minnesota $115,330 Colorado $114,992 Illinois $114,879 Oregon $114,451 Delaware $114,135

New Hampshire $113,937 Virginia $113,493 Pennsylvania $112,197 Nevada $111,543 North Dakota $111,329 Michigan $110,991 Wisconsin $110,867 Vermont $110,619

Texas $109,931 Maine $109,886 Arizona $109,819 Ohio $109,740 Georgia $108,703 Indiana $108,185 Wyoming $108,083 Utah $107,925

Iowa $107,858 Kansas $107,317 Louisiana $107,159 North Carolina $107,103 Missouri $107,080 Florida $106,641 Montana $106,404 Nebraska $106,178

Kentucky $106,054 South Carolina $105,604 Tennessee $105,322 Idaho $105,209 New Mexico $104,386 Oklahoma $104,206 Alabama $103,541 South Dakota $102,425

Arkansas $101,817 West Virginia $101,490 Mississippi $100,509

Top Paying Cities for 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: $113,621
Little Creek: $114,453
Magnolia: $114,289

Lincoln, DE $113,621 Little Creek, DE $114,453 Magnolia, DE $114,289 Milford, DE $113,910 Marydel, DE $114,097 Millsboro, DE $113,145 Millville, DE $113,319 Milton, DE $113,515

Nassau, DE $113,598 Ocean View, DE $113,300 Rehoboth Beach, DE $113,518 Seaford, DE $113,582 Selbyville, DE $113,112 Smyrna, DE $114,532 Viola, DE $114,005 Woodside, DE $114,311

Bear, DE $114,047 Newark, DE $114,005 Claymont, DE $114,238 Delaware City, DE $114,118 Hockessin, DE $113,994 Kirkwood, DE $114,097 Middletown, DE $114,141 Montchanin, DE $114,020

New Castle, DE $114,037 Odessa, DE $114,197 Port Penn, DE $114,274 Rockland, DE $114,032 Saint Georges, DE $114,105 Townsend, DE $114,281 Winterthur, DE $114,045 Lewes, DE $113,559

Wilmington, DE $114,000 Dover, DE $114,453 Dover Afb, DE $113,850 Bethany Beach, DE $113,181 Bethel, DE $113,298 Bridgeville, DE $113,565 Camden Wyoming, DE $114,131 Cheswold, DE $114,416

Clayton, DE $114,419 Dagsboro, DE $113,102 Delmar, DE $112,920 Ellendale, DE $113,263 Felton, DE $113,901 Fenwick Island, DE $113,127 Frankford, DE $112,929 Frederica, DE $114,014

Georgetown, DE $113,059 Greenwood, DE $113,583 Harbeson, DE $113,180 Harrington, DE $113,757 Hartly, DE $114,111 Houston, DE $113,594 Kenton, DE $114,425 Laurel, DE $112,991

Yorklyn, DE $114,028

Superintendent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Superintendent roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Superintendent positions in Retail & Wholesale or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Superintendent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Superintendent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$148,376	$71.0	30%
Biotechnology	$136,962	$66.0	20%
Software & Networking	$136,962	$66.0	20%
Internet	$131,256	$63.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$125,549	$60.0	10%

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

Understanding how a 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 July 01, 2026

$102,300

Average $114,135/year

$128,525

$8,525

Average $9,511/month

$10,710

$1,967

Average $2,195/week

$2,472

$49

Average $55/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,525	$10,710	$2,472	$62
Average	$114,135	$9,511	$2,195	$55
25th Percentile	$102,300	$8,525	$1,967	$49

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