What are the main factors that influence a Football Referee's salary?

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

How does experience change A Football Referee's salary?

A Football Referee's salary grows with experience: a Credit Card Operations Clerk (0-1 years)earns $38,470, a Football Referee (3-5 years)earns $45,331, a Credit Card Operations Supervisor (5+ years)earns $53,558, a Credit Card Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $90,590,

What are the highest paying states for a Football Referee?

Football Referee salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Football Referee roles are District of Columbia $50,907, California $50,714, Massachusetts $50,038. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Football Referee roles make?

Salaries for Football Referee level roles vary by specialization: Football Coach: $78,040; Director Of Football: $54,478; Appeals Referee: $53,685; Football Official: $50,979; Sports Referee: $50,009.

Football Referee Salary in Delaware

How much does a Football Referee make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Football Referee in Delaware is $46,562 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,849
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,577 to $52,470
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,037

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Football Referee Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,470	$4,372	$1,009	$25
Average	$46,562	$3,880	$895	$22
25th Percentile	$41,577	$3,465	$800	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Football Referee Salaries

A Football Referee'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 Football Referee 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 Football Referees. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,907.
California: $50,714.
Massachusetts: $50,038.

District of Columbia $50,907 California $50,714 Massachusetts $50,038 Washington $49,854 New Jersey $49,836 Alaska $49,772 Connecticut $49,137 New York $48,880

Hawaii $48,057 Rhode Island $47,670 Maryland $47,408 Minnesota $47,050 Colorado $46,912 Illinois $46,866 Oregon $46,691 Delaware $46,562

New Hampshire $46,481 Virginia $46,300 Pennsylvania $45,771 Nevada $45,505 North Dakota $45,417 Michigan $45,279 Wisconsin $45,229 Vermont $45,128

Texas $44,847 Maine $44,829 Arizona $44,801 Ohio $44,769 Georgia $44,346 Indiana $44,135 Wyoming $44,093 Utah $44,029

Iowa $44,001 Kansas $43,781 Louisiana $43,716 North Carolina $43,693 Missouri $43,684 Florida $43,505 Montana $43,408 Nebraska $43,316

Kentucky $43,266 South Carolina $43,082 Tennessee $42,967 Idaho $42,921 New Mexico $42,585 Oklahoma $42,512 Alabama $42,240 South Dakota $41,785

Arkansas $41,537 West Virginia $41,403 Mississippi $41,003

Top Paying Cities for Football Referees

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: $46,353
Little Creek: $46,692
Magnolia: $46,625

Lincoln, DE $46,353 Little Creek, DE $46,692 Magnolia, DE $46,625 Milford, DE $46,470 Marydel, DE $46,547 Millsboro, DE $46,158 Millville, DE $46,229 Milton, DE $46,309

Nassau, DE $46,343 Ocean View, DE $46,222 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,310 Seaford, DE $46,336 Selbyville, DE $46,145 Smyrna, DE $46,724 Viola, DE $46,509 Woodside, DE $46,634

Bear, DE $46,526 Newark, DE $46,509 Claymont, DE $46,604 Delaware City, DE $46,555 Hockessin, DE $46,505 Kirkwood, DE $46,547 Middletown, DE $46,565 Montchanin, DE $46,515

New Castle, DE $46,522 Odessa, DE $46,588 Port Penn, DE $46,619 Rockland, DE $46,520 Saint Georges, DE $46,550 Townsend, DE $46,622 Winterthur, DE $46,525 Lewes, DE $46,327

Wilmington, DE $46,507 Dover, DE $46,692 Dover Afb, DE $46,446 Bethany Beach, DE $46,173 Bethel, DE $46,221 Bridgeville, DE $46,330 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,560 Cheswold, DE $46,677

Clayton, DE $46,678 Dagsboro, DE $46,141 Delmar, DE $46,067 Ellendale, DE $46,206 Felton, DE $46,467 Fenwick Island, DE $46,151 Frankford, DE $46,070 Frederica, DE $46,513

Georgetown, DE $46,123 Greenwood, DE $46,337 Harbeson, DE $46,172 Harrington, DE $46,408 Hartly, DE $46,552 Houston, DE $46,342 Kenton, DE $46,680 Laurel, DE $46,096

Yorklyn, DE $46,519

Football Referee Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Football Referee'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

$41,577

Average $46,562/year

$52,470

$3,465

Average $3,880/month

$4,372

$800

Average $895/week

$1,009

$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,470	$4,372	$1,009	$25
Average	$46,562	$3,880	$895	$22
25th Percentile	$41,577	$3,465	$800	$20

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