What are the main factors that influence a Tool Maker'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 Tool Maker?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Tool Maker roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Tool Maker's salary?

A Tool Maker's salary grows with experience: a Tool and Die Maker I (0-1 years)earns $50,084, a Tool and Die Maker II (1-3 years)earns $64,815, a Tool Maker (3-5 years)earns $72,660, a Tool and Die Maker IV (5-7 years)earns $81,140, a Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor I (7+ years)earns $85,621,

What are the highest paying states for a Tool Maker?

Tool Maker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Tool Maker roles are District of Columbia $79,844, California $79,541, Massachusetts $78,481. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Tool Maker roles make?

Salaries for Tool Maker level roles vary by specialization: Tool Maker IV: $78,790; Tool and Die Maker IV: $78,768; Tool and Die Maker: $70,667; Tool Maker III: $70,590; Tool and Die Maker III: $70,536.

Tool Maker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Tool Maker make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Tool Maker in Delaware is $73,029 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,613
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,618 to $78,046
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,870

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,046	$6,504	$1,501	$38
Average	$73,029	$6,086	$1,404	$35
25th Percentile	$65,618	$5,468	$1,262	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Tool Maker Salaries

A Tool Maker'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 Experience Level Affects Tool Maker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Tool Maker's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $50,084
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,815
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,660
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,140
Expert (over 8 years): $85,621

Levels	Salary
Tool and ... Level Tool Maker	$50,084
Tool and ... Level Tool Maker	$64,815
Tool Make... Level Tool Maker	$72,660
Tool and ... Level Tool Maker	$81,140
Tool, Die... Level Tool Maker	$85,621

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How Do Tool Maker 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 Tool Makers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,844.
California: $79,541.
Massachusetts: $78,481.

District of Columbia $79,844 California $79,541 Massachusetts $78,481 Washington $78,193 New Jersey $78,164 Alaska $78,063 Connecticut $77,068 New York $76,664

Hawaii $75,373 Rhode Island $74,767 Maryland $74,356 Minnesota $73,794 Colorado $73,577 Illinois $73,505 Oregon $73,231 Delaware $73,029

New Hampshire $72,902 Virginia $72,618 Pennsylvania $71,789 Nevada $71,371 North Dakota $71,234 Michigan $71,017 Wisconsin $70,938 Vermont $70,779

Texas $70,339 Maine $70,311 Arizona $70,267 Ohio $70,217 Georgia $69,553 Indiana $69,222 Wyoming $69,157 Utah $69,056

Iowa $69,013 Kansas $68,666 Louisiana $68,565 North Carolina $68,529 Missouri $68,515 Florida $68,234 Montana $68,082 Nebraska $67,938

Kentucky $67,859 South Carolina $67,570 Tennessee $67,390 Idaho $67,318 New Mexico $66,791 Oklahoma $66,676 Alabama $66,251 South Dakota $65,537

Arkansas $65,147 West Virginia $64,938 Mississippi $64,311

Top Paying Cities for Tool Makers

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: $72,700
Little Creek: $73,233
Magnolia: $73,127

Lincoln, DE $72,700 Little Creek, DE $73,233 Magnolia, DE $73,127 Milford, DE $72,885 Marydel, DE $73,005 Millsboro, DE $72,395 Millville, DE $72,507 Milton, DE $72,633

Nassau, DE $72,685 Ocean View, DE $72,495 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,634 Seaford, DE $72,675 Selbyville, DE $72,374 Smyrna, DE $73,283 Viola, DE $72,946 Woodside, DE $73,142

Bear, DE $72,973 Newark, DE $72,946 Claymont, DE $73,095 Delaware City, DE $73,018 Hockessin, DE $72,939 Kirkwood, DE $73,005 Middletown, DE $73,033 Montchanin, DE $72,956

New Castle, DE $72,967 Odessa, DE $73,069 Port Penn, DE $73,118 Rockland, DE $72,963 Saint Georges, DE $73,010 Townsend, DE $73,122 Winterthur, DE $72,972 Lewes, DE $72,661

Wilmington, DE $72,943 Dover, DE $73,233 Dover Afb, DE $72,847 Bethany Beach, DE $72,418 Bethel, DE $72,493 Bridgeville, DE $72,664 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,026 Cheswold, DE $73,209

Clayton, DE $73,211 Dagsboro, DE $72,368 Delmar, DE $72,252 Ellendale, DE $72,471 Felton, DE $72,879 Fenwick Island, DE $72,384 Frankford, DE $72,258 Frederica, DE $72,951

Georgetown, DE $72,341 Greenwood, DE $72,676 Harbeson, DE $72,418 Harrington, DE $72,787 Hartly, DE $73,013 Houston, DE $72,683 Kenton, DE $73,215 Laurel, DE $72,297

Yorklyn, DE $72,961

Tool Maker Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Tool Maker 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 Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Tool Maker positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Tool Maker as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Tool Maker

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$94,938	$46.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$87,635	$42.0	20%
Financial Services	$83,984	$40.0	15%
Biotechnology	$80,332	$39.0	10%
Aerospace & Defense	$76,681	$37.0	5%

Tool Maker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Tool Maker'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.

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$65,618

Average $73,029/year

$78,046

$5,468

Average $6,086/month

$6,504

$1,262

Average $1,404/week

$1,501

$32

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,046	$6,504	$1,501	$38
Average	$73,029	$6,086	$1,404	$35
25th Percentile	$65,618	$5,468	$1,262	$32

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