What are the main factors that influence an Actors'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 Actors?

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Actors roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Actors's salary?

An Actors's salary grows with experience: starting around $49,370 for beginners, reaching about $53,049 at mid-level, and approach $54,689 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Actors?

Actors salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Actors roles are District of Columbia $57,800, California $57,581, Massachusetts $56,814. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

Actors Salary in Delaware

How much does an Actors make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Actors in Delaware is $52,867 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,401
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,756 to $59,428
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,193

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Actors Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,428	$4,952	$1,143	$29
Average	$52,867	$4,406	$1,017	$25
25th Percentile	$46,756	$3,896	$899	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Actors Salaries

An Actors'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 Actors Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Actors'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): $49,370
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,532
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,049
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $54,507
Expert (over 8 years): $54,689

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Actors	$49,370
Intermediate Level Actors	$50,532
Senior Level Actors	$53,049
Specialist Level Actors	$54,507
Expert Level Actors	$54,689

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

District of Columbia: $57,800.
California: $57,581.
Massachusetts: $56,814.

District of Columbia $57,800 California $57,581 Massachusetts $56,814 Washington $56,605 New Jersey $56,584 Alaska $56,511 Connecticut $55,790 New York $55,498

Hawaii $54,564 Rhode Island $54,125 Maryland $53,827 Minnesota $53,420 Colorado $53,264 Illinois $53,211 Oregon $53,013 Delaware $52,867

New Hampshire $52,775 Virginia $52,569 Pennsylvania $51,969 Nevada $51,666 North Dakota $51,567 Michigan $51,410 Wisconsin $51,353 Vermont $51,238

Texas $50,920 Maine $50,899 Arizona $50,867 Ohio $50,831 Georgia $50,351 Indiana $50,111 Wyoming $50,064 Utah $49,990

Iowa $49,959 Kansas $49,709 Louisiana $49,635 North Carolina $49,609 Missouri $49,599 Florida $49,395 Montana $49,286 Nebraska $49,181

Kentucky $49,124 South Carolina $48,915 Tennessee $48,785 Idaho $48,732 New Mexico $48,351 Oklahoma $48,268 Alabama $47,960 South Dakota $47,443

Arkansas $47,161 West Virginia $47,010 Mississippi $46,555

Top Paying Cities for Actors

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: $52,629
Little Creek: $53,014
Magnolia: $52,938

Lincoln, DE $52,629 Little Creek, DE $53,014 Magnolia, DE $52,938 Milford, DE $52,762 Marydel, DE $52,849 Millsboro, DE $52,408 Millville, DE $52,489 Milton, DE $52,580

Nassau, DE $52,618 Ocean View, DE $52,480 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,581 Seaford, DE $52,611 Selbyville, DE $52,393 Smyrna, DE $53,051 Viola, DE $52,806 Woodside, DE $52,948

Bear, DE $52,826 Newark, DE $52,806 Claymont, DE $52,914 Delaware City, DE $52,859 Hockessin, DE $52,802 Kirkwood, DE $52,849 Middletown, DE $52,869 Montchanin, DE $52,814

New Castle, DE $52,821 Odessa, DE $52,896 Port Penn, DE $52,931 Rockland, DE $52,819 Saint Georges, DE $52,853 Townsend, DE $52,934 Winterthur, DE $52,825 Lewes, DE $52,600

Wilmington, DE $52,804 Dover, DE $53,014 Dover Afb, DE $52,735 Bethany Beach, DE $52,425 Bethel, DE $52,479 Bridgeville, DE $52,603 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,865 Cheswold, DE $52,997

Clayton, DE $52,998 Dagsboro, DE $52,388 Delmar, DE $52,304 Ellendale, DE $52,463 Felton, DE $52,758 Fenwick Island, DE $52,400 Frankford, DE $52,308 Frederica, DE $52,811

Georgetown, DE $52,368 Greenwood, DE $52,611 Harbeson, DE $52,424 Harrington, DE $52,691 Hartly, DE $52,855 Houston, DE $52,616 Kenton, DE $53,001 Laurel, DE $52,337

Yorklyn, DE $52,817

Actors Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Actors roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Durable and Media sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Actors positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Actors as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Actors

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$63,440	$31.0	20%
Media	$60,797	$29.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$59,211	$28.0	12%
Chemicals	$55,510	$27.0	5%

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

Understanding how an Actors'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

$46,756

Average $52,867/year

$59,428

$3,896

Average $4,406/month

$4,952

$899

Average $1,017/week

$1,143

$22

Average $25/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,428	$4,952	$1,143	$29
Average	$52,867	$4,406	$1,017	$25
25th Percentile	$46,756	$3,896	$899	$22

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