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

What industry pays the highest salary for Terminal Operator?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Terminal Operator roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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 $57,416, a Terminal Operator (1-3 years)earns $66,644, a Terminal Operations Specialist III (3-5 years)earns $73,899, a Terminal Operations Supervisor (5+ years)earns $97,529,

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 $73,596, California $73,317, Massachusetts $72,340. 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: $102,245; Terminal Supervisor: $101,497; Terminal Operations Specialist III: $75,020; Storage/Distribution Terminal Operator III: $75,020; Storage/Distribution Terminal Operator II: $67,660.

Terminal Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Terminal Operator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Terminal Operator in Delaware is $67,315 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): $84,745
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $60,684 to $76,438
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,648

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Terminal Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,438	$6,370	$1,470	$37
Average	$67,315	$5,610	$1,295	$32
25th Percentile	$60,684	$5,057	$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: $73,596.
California: $73,317.
Massachusetts: $72,340.

District of Columbia $73,596 California $73,317 Massachusetts $72,340 Washington $72,074 New Jersey $72,047 Alaska $71,954 Connecticut $71,037 New York $70,665

Hawaii $69,475 Rhode Island $68,917 Maryland $68,538 Minnesota $68,019 Colorado $67,820 Illinois $67,753 Oregon $67,501 Delaware $67,315

New Hampshire $67,198 Virginia $66,936 Pennsylvania $66,171 Nevada $65,786 North Dakota $65,660 Michigan $65,460 Wisconsin $65,387 Vermont $65,241

Texas $64,835 Maine $64,809 Arizona $64,769 Ohio $64,722 Georgia $64,111 Indiana $63,805 Wyoming $63,745 Utah $63,652

Iowa $63,612 Kansas $63,293 Louisiana $63,200 North Carolina $63,167 Missouri $63,154 Florida $62,894 Montana $62,755 Nebraska $62,622

Kentucky $62,549 South Carolina $62,283 Tennessee $62,117 Idaho $62,050 New Mexico $61,565 Oklahoma $61,459 Alabama $61,066 South Dakota $60,408

Arkansas $60,049 West Virginia $59,857 Mississippi $59,278

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: $67,012
Little Creek: $67,502
Magnolia: $67,405

Lincoln, DE $67,012 Little Creek, DE $67,502 Magnolia, DE $67,405 Milford, DE $67,182 Marydel, DE $67,292 Millsboro, DE $66,730 Millville, DE $66,833 Milton, DE $66,949

Nassau, DE $66,998 Ocean View, DE $66,822 Rehoboth Beach, DE $66,950 Seaford, DE $66,988 Selbyville, DE $66,711 Smyrna, DE $67,549 Viola, DE $67,238 Woodside, DE $67,418

Bear, DE $67,263 Newark, DE $67,238 Claymont, DE $67,375 Delaware City, DE $67,305 Hockessin, DE $67,232 Kirkwood, DE $67,292 Middletown, DE $67,318 Montchanin, DE $67,247

New Castle, DE $67,257 Odessa, DE $67,351 Port Penn, DE $67,396 Rockland, DE $67,254 Saint Georges, DE $67,297 Townsend, DE $67,400 Winterthur, DE $67,261 Lewes, DE $66,975

Wilmington, DE $67,235 Dover, DE $67,502 Dover Afb, DE $67,147 Bethany Beach, DE $66,752 Bethel, DE $66,821 Bridgeville, DE $66,978 Camden Wyoming, DE $67,312 Cheswold, DE $67,480

Clayton, DE $67,482 Dagsboro, DE $66,705 Delmar, DE $66,598 Ellendale, DE $66,800 Felton, DE $67,176 Fenwick Island, DE $66,720 Frankford, DE $66,603 Frederica, DE $67,243

Georgetown, DE $66,680 Greenwood, DE $66,989 Harbeson, DE $66,751 Harrington, DE $67,091 Hartly, DE $67,300 Houston, DE $66,996 Kenton, DE $67,486 Laurel, DE $66,640

Yorklyn, DE $67,252

Terminal Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Terminal Operator roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Energy & Utilities, offers compensation 25% above the average. Conversely, Terminal Operator positions in Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Terminal Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Terminal Operator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$84,143	$40.0	25%

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 July 01, 2026

$60,684

Average $67,315/year

$76,438

$5,057

Average $5,610/month

$6,370

$1,167

Average $1,295/week

$1,470

$29

Average $32/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,438	$6,370	$1,470	$37
Average	$67,315	$5,610	$1,295	$32
25th Percentile	$60,684	$5,057	$1,167	$29

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