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

A Terminal Operator's salary grows with experience: a Terminal Operations Specialist I (0-1 years)earns $57,401, a Terminal Operator (1-3 years)earns $66,622, a Terminal Operations Specialist III (3-5 years)earns $73,873, a Terminal Operations Supervisor (5+ years)earns $97,505,

What are the highest paying states for a Terminal Operator?

Terminal Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Terminal Operator roles are District of Columbia $73,572, California $73,293, Massachusetts $72,316. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Terminal Operator roles make?

Salaries for Terminal Operator level roles vary by specialization: Terminal Manager: $102,218; Terminal Supervisor: $101,470; Storage/Distribution Terminal Operator III: $75,000; Terminal Operations Specialist III: $74,994; Storage/Distribution Terminal Operator II: $67,640.

Terminal Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Terminal Operator make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Terminal Operator in Delaware is $67,292 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,712
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,663 to $76,410
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,628

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Terminal Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,410	$6,368	$1,469	$37
Average	$67,292	$5,608	$1,294	$32
25th Percentile	$60,663	$5,055	$1,167	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Terminal Operator Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $73,572.
California: $73,293.
Massachusetts: $72,316.

District of Columbia $73,572 California $73,293 Massachusetts $72,316 Washington $72,050 New Jersey $72,024 Alaska $71,931 Connecticut $71,014 New York $70,642

Hawaii $69,452 Rhode Island $68,894 Maryland $68,515 Minnesota $67,997 Colorado $67,798 Illinois $67,731 Oregon $67,479 Delaware $67,292

New Hampshire $67,176 Virginia $66,914 Pennsylvania $66,150 Nevada $65,764 North Dakota $65,638 Michigan $65,439 Wisconsin $65,365 Vermont $65,219

Texas $64,814 Maine $64,787 Arizona $64,748 Ohio $64,701 Georgia $64,090 Indiana $63,784 Wyoming $63,724 Utah $63,631

Iowa $63,591 Kansas $63,272 Louisiana $63,179 North Carolina $63,146 Missouri $63,133 Florida $62,874 Montana $62,734 Nebraska $62,601

Kentucky $62,528 South Carolina $62,262 Tennessee $62,096 Idaho $62,030 New Mexico $61,545 Oklahoma $61,438 Alabama $61,046 South Dakota $60,388

Arkansas $60,030 West Virginia $59,837 Mississippi $59,259

Top Paying Cities for Terminal 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: $66,989
Little Creek: $67,480
Magnolia: $67,383

Lincoln, DE $66,989 Little Creek, DE $67,480 Magnolia, DE $67,383 Milford, DE $67,160 Marydel, DE $67,270 Millsboro, DE $66,708 Millville, DE $66,811 Milton, DE $66,927

Nassau, DE $66,976 Ocean View, DE $66,800 Rehoboth Beach, DE $66,928 Seaford, DE $66,966 Selbyville, DE $66,689 Smyrna, DE $67,526 Viola, DE $67,215 Woodside, DE $67,396

Bear, DE $67,241 Newark, DE $67,215 Claymont, DE $67,353 Delaware City, DE $67,283 Hockessin, DE $67,209 Kirkwood, DE $67,270 Middletown, DE $67,296 Montchanin, DE $67,225

New Castle, DE $67,235 Odessa, DE $67,329 Port Penn, DE $67,374 Rockland, DE $67,231 Saint Georges, DE $67,275 Townsend, DE $67,378 Winterthur, DE $67,239 Lewes, DE $66,953

Wilmington, DE $67,213 Dover, DE $67,480 Dover Afb, DE $67,124 Bethany Beach, DE $66,730 Bethel, DE $66,799 Bridgeville, DE $66,956 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,290 Cheswold, DE $67,458

Clayton, DE $67,460 Dagsboro, DE $66,683 Delmar, DE $66,576 Ellendale, DE $66,778 Felton, DE $67,154 Fenwick Island, DE $66,698 Frankford, DE $66,581 Frederica, DE $67,221

Georgetown, DE $66,658 Greenwood, DE $66,967 Harbeson, DE $66,729 Harrington, DE $67,069 Hartly, DE $67,278 Houston, DE $66,974 Kenton, DE $67,463 Laurel, DE $66,618

Yorklyn, DE $67,229

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

Understanding how a Terminal 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 June 01, 2026

$60,663

Average $67,292/year

$76,410

$5,055

Average $5,608/month

$6,368

$1,167

Average $1,294/week

$1,469

$29

Average $32/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,410	$6,368	$1,469	$37
Average	$67,292	$5,608	$1,294	$32
25th Percentile	$60,663	$5,055	$1,167	$29

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