What are the main factors that influence a First Sergeant's salary?

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

How does experience change A First Sergeant's salary?

A First Sergeant's salary grows with experience: starting around $64,426 for beginners, reaching about $65,466 at mid-level, and approach $71,099 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a First Sergeant?

First Sergeant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for First Sergeant roles are District of Columbia $75,690, California $75,403, Massachusetts $74,398. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of First Sergeant roles make?

Salaries for First Sergeant level roles vary by specialization: Security Sergeant: $248,847; Sergeant: $84,715; Sergeant Major: $83,633; Police or Sheriff's Patrol Sergeant: $83,600; Police Sergeant: $83,548.

First Sergeant Salary in Delaware

How much does a First Sergeant make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a First Sergeant in Delaware is $69,230 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,938
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,506 to $82,687
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,385

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First Sergeant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,687	$6,891	$1,590	$40
Average	$69,230	$5,769	$1,331	$33
25th Percentile	$62,506	$5,209	$1,202	$30

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Key Factors That Influence First Sergeant Salaries

A First Sergeant'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 First Sergeant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a First Sergeant'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): $64,426
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,666
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,466
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $68,669
Expert (over 8 years): $71,099

Levels	Salary
Entry Level First Sergeant	$64,426
Intermediate Level First Sergeant	$64,666
Senior Level First Sergeant	$65,466
Specialist Level First Sergeant	$68,669
Expert Level First Sergeant	$71,099

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

District of Columbia: $75,690.
California: $75,403.
Massachusetts: $74,398.

District of Columbia $75,690 California $75,403 Massachusetts $74,398 Washington $74,125 New Jersey $74,097 Alaska $74,002 Connecticut $73,058 New York $72,675

Hawaii $71,452 Rhode Island $70,877 Maryland $70,488 Minnesota $69,955 Colorado $69,749 Illinois $69,681 Oregon $69,421 Delaware $69,230

New Hampshire $69,110 Virginia $68,840 Pennsylvania $68,054 Nevada $67,658 North Dakota $67,528 Michigan $67,323 Wisconsin $67,247 Vermont $67,097

Texas $66,680 Maine $66,653 Arizona $66,612 Ohio $66,564 Georgia $65,935 Indiana $65,620 Wyoming $65,559 Utah $65,463

Iowa $65,422 Kansas $65,094 Louisiana $64,998 North Carolina $64,964 Missouri $64,950 Florida $64,684 Montana $64,540 Nebraska $64,404

Kentucky $64,328 South Carolina $64,055 Tennessee $63,884 Idaho $63,816 New Mexico $63,317 Oklahoma $63,207 Alabama $62,804 South Dakota $62,127

Arkansas $61,758 West Virginia $61,560 Mississippi $60,965

Top Paying Cities for First Sergeants

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: $68,918
Little Creek: $69,423
Magnolia: $69,323

Lincoln, DE $68,918 Little Creek, DE $69,423 Magnolia, DE $69,323 Milford, DE $69,093 Marydel, DE $69,207 Millsboro, DE $68,629 Millville, DE $68,735 Milton, DE $68,854

Nassau, DE $68,904 Ocean View, DE $68,723 Rehoboth Beach, DE $68,855 Seaford, DE $68,894 Selbyville, DE $68,609 Smyrna, DE $69,471 Viola, DE $69,151 Woodside, DE $69,337

Bear, DE $69,177 Newark, DE $69,151 Claymont, DE $69,292 Delaware City, DE $69,220 Hockessin, DE $69,144 Kirkwood, DE $69,207 Middletown, DE $69,233 Montchanin, DE $69,160

New Castle, DE $69,170 Odessa, DE $69,267 Port Penn, DE $69,314 Rockland, DE $69,167 Saint Georges, DE $69,211 Townsend, DE $69,318 Winterthur, DE $69,175 Lewes, DE $68,881

Wilmington, DE $69,148 Dover, DE $69,423 Dover Afb, DE $69,057 Bethany Beach, DE $68,651 Bethel, DE $68,722 Bridgeville, DE $68,884 Camden Wyoming, DE $69,227 Cheswold, DE $69,400

Clayton, DE $69,402 Dagsboro, DE $68,603 Delmar, DE $68,493 Ellendale, DE $68,701 Felton, DE $69,088 Fenwick Island, DE $68,618 Frankford, DE $68,498 Frederica, DE $69,156

Georgetown, DE $68,577 Greenwood, DE $68,895 Harbeson, DE $68,650 Harrington, DE $69,000 Hartly, DE $69,215 Houston, DE $68,902 Kenton, DE $69,406 Laurel, DE $68,536

Yorklyn, DE $69,165

First Sergeant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a First Sergeant'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

$62,506

Average $69,230/year

$82,687

$5,209

Average $5,769/month

$6,891

$1,202

Average $1,331/week

$1,590

$30

Average $33/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,687	$6,891	$1,590	$40
Average	$69,230	$5,769	$1,331	$33
25th Percentile	$62,506	$5,209	$1,202	$30

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