What are the main factors that influence a Collision Tech's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Collision Tech's salary?

A Collision Tech's salary grows with experience: a Darkroom Attendant (0-1 years)earns $42,531, a Collision Tech (1-3 years)earns $51,902, a PACS Administrator (3-5 years)earns $96,533, a PACS Manager (5+ years)earns $113,032,

What are the highest paying states for a Collision Tech?

Collision Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Collision Tech roles are District of Columbia $57,791, California $57,572, Massachusetts $56,805. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Collision Tech roles make?

Salaries for Collision Tech level roles vary by specialization: Collision Center Manager: $97,204; Collision Manager: $89,901; Collision Estimator: $89,241; Collision Center Estimator: $87,495; Collision Appraiser: $79,027.

Collision Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Collision Tech make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Collision Tech in Delaware is $52,859 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,631
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,296 to $57,450
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,052

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Collision Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,450	$4,788	$1,105	$28
Average	$52,859	$4,405	$1,017	$25
25th Percentile	$49,296	$4,108	$948	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Collision Tech Salaries

A Collision Tech'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 Collision Tech 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 Collision Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,791.
California: $57,572.
Massachusetts: $56,805.

District of Columbia $57,791 California $57,572 Massachusetts $56,805 Washington $56,596 New Jersey $56,575 Alaska $56,502 Connecticut $55,782 New York $55,489

Hawaii $54,555 Rhode Island $54,117 Maryland $53,819 Minnesota $53,412 Colorado $53,255 Illinois $53,203 Oregon $53,005 Delaware $52,859

New Hampshire $52,767 Virginia $52,561 Pennsylvania $51,961 Nevada $51,658 North Dakota $51,559 Michigan $51,402 Wisconsin $51,345 Vermont $51,230

Texas $50,912 Maine $50,891 Arizona $50,860 Ohio $50,823 Georgia $50,343 Indiana $50,103 Wyoming $50,056 Utah $49,983

Iowa $49,951 Kansas $49,701 Louisiana $49,628 North Carolina $49,602 Missouri $49,591 Florida $49,388 Montana $49,278 Nebraska $49,174

Kentucky $49,116 South Carolina $48,907 Tennessee $48,777 Idaho $48,725 New Mexico $48,344 Oklahoma $48,260 Alabama $47,952 South Dakota $47,436

Arkansas $47,154 West Virginia $47,002 Mississippi $46,548

Top Paying Cities for Collision Teches

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: $52,621
Little Creek: $53,006
Magnolia: $52,930

Lincoln, DE $52,621 Little Creek, DE $53,006 Magnolia, DE $52,930 Milford, DE $52,754 Marydel, DE $52,841 Millsboro, DE $52,400 Millville, DE $52,481 Milton, DE $52,572

Nassau, DE $52,610 Ocean View, DE $52,472 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,573 Seaford, DE $52,602 Selbyville, DE $52,385 Smyrna, DE $53,042 Viola, DE $52,798 Woodside, DE $52,940

Bear, DE $52,818 Newark, DE $52,798 Claymont, DE $52,906 Delaware City, DE $52,851 Hockessin, DE $52,793 Kirkwood, DE $52,841 Middletown, DE $52,861 Montchanin, DE $52,805

New Castle, DE $52,813 Odessa, DE $52,887 Port Penn, DE $52,923 Rockland, DE $52,811 Saint Georges, DE $52,845 Townsend, DE $52,926 Winterthur, DE $52,817 Lewes, DE $52,592

Wilmington, DE $52,796 Dover, DE $53,006 Dover Afb, DE $52,727 Bethany Beach, DE $52,417 Bethel, DE $52,471 Bridgeville, DE $52,595 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,857 Cheswold, DE $52,989

Clayton, DE $52,990 Dagsboro, DE $52,380 Delmar, DE $52,296 Ellendale, DE $52,455 Felton, DE $52,750 Fenwick Island, DE $52,392 Frankford, DE $52,300 Frederica, DE $52,802

Georgetown, DE $52,360 Greenwood, DE $52,603 Harbeson, DE $52,416 Harrington, DE $52,683 Hartly, DE $52,847 Houston, DE $52,608 Kenton, DE $52,993 Laurel, DE $52,329

Yorklyn, DE $52,809

Collision Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Collision Tech'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 May 01, 2026

$49,296

Average $52,859/year

$57,450

$4,108

Average $4,405/month

$4,788

$948

Average $1,017/week

$1,105

$24

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,450	$4,788	$1,105	$28
Average	$52,859	$4,405	$1,017	$25
25th Percentile	$49,296	$4,108	$948	$24

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