What are the main factors that influence an ESS Substitute's salary?

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

How does experience change An ESS Substitute's salary?

An ESS Substitute's salary grows with experience: a ESS Substitute (1-3 years)earns $39,428, a Student Union Manager (3-5 years)earns $63,514, a Student Union Director (5+ years)earns $77,337,

What are the highest paying states for an ESS Substitute?

ESS Substitute salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for ESS Substitute roles are District of Columbia $43,450, California $43,285, Massachusetts $42,708. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of ESS Substitute roles make?

Salaries for ESS Substitute level roles vary by specialization: Physician Substitute: $237,420; Substitute Secretary: $71,000; Clerical Substitute: $53,234; Substitute Teachers: $52,325; Substitute Coordinator: $42,609.

ESS Substitute Salary in Delaware

How much does an ESS Substitute make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an ESS Substitute in Delaware is $39,742 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,882
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,329 to $44,003
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,312

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ESS Substitute Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,003	$3,667	$846	$21
Average	$39,742	$3,312	$764	$19
25th Percentile	$35,329	$2,944	$679	$17

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Key Factors That Influence ESS Substitute Salaries

An ESS Substitute'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 ESS Substitute 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 ESS Substitutes. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,450.
California: $43,285.
Massachusetts: $42,708.

District of Columbia $43,450 California $43,285 Massachusetts $42,708 Washington $42,551 New Jersey $42,536 Alaska $42,481 Connecticut $41,939 New York $41,719

Hawaii $41,017 Rhode Island $40,687 Maryland $40,464 Minnesota $40,158 Colorado $40,040 Illinois $40,001 Oregon $39,851 Delaware $39,742

New Hampshire $39,673 Virginia $39,518 Pennsylvania $39,067 Nevada $38,839 North Dakota $38,764 Michigan $38,647 Wisconsin $38,604 Vermont $38,517

Texas $38,278 Maine $38,262 Arizona $38,239 Ohio $38,211 Georgia $37,850 Indiana $37,670 Wyoming $37,634 Utah $37,579

Iowa $37,556 Kansas $37,367 Louisiana $37,312 North Carolina $37,293 Missouri $37,285 Florida $37,132 Montana $37,050 Nebraska $36,971

Kentucky $36,928 South Carolina $36,771 Tennessee $36,673 Idaho $36,634 New Mexico $36,347 Oklahoma $36,284 Alabama $36,053 South Dakota $35,664

Arkansas $35,452 West Virginia $35,339 Mississippi $34,997

Top Paying Cities for ESS Substitutes

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: $39,563
Little Creek: $39,852
Magnolia: $39,795

Lincoln, DE $39,563 Little Creek, DE $39,852 Magnolia, DE $39,795 Milford, DE $39,663 Marydel, DE $39,728 Millsboro, DE $39,397 Millville, DE $39,457 Milton, DE $39,526

Nassau, DE $39,554 Ocean View, DE $39,451 Rehoboth Beach, DE $39,527 Seaford, DE $39,549 Selbyville, DE $39,385 Smyrna, DE $39,880 Viola, DE $39,696 Woodside, DE $39,803

Bear, DE $39,711 Newark, DE $39,696 Claymont, DE $39,777 Delaware City, DE $39,736 Hockessin, DE $39,693 Kirkwood, DE $39,728 Middletown, DE $39,744 Montchanin, DE $39,702

New Castle, DE $39,707 Odessa, DE $39,763 Port Penn, DE $39,790 Rockland, DE $39,705 Saint Georges, DE $39,731 Townsend, DE $39,792 Winterthur, DE $39,710 Lewes, DE $39,541

Wilmington, DE $39,694 Dover, DE $39,852 Dover Afb, DE $39,642 Bethany Beach, DE $39,409 Bethel, DE $39,450 Bridgeville, DE $39,543 Camden Wyoming, DE $39,740 Cheswold, DE $39,839

Clayton, DE $39,840 Dagsboro, DE $39,382 Delmar, DE $39,319 Ellendale, DE $39,438 Felton, DE $39,660 Fenwick Island, DE $39,390 Frankford, DE $39,322 Frederica, DE $39,699

Georgetown, DE $39,367 Greenwood, DE $39,549 Harbeson, DE $39,409 Harrington, DE $39,610 Hartly, DE $39,733 Houston, DE $39,553 Kenton, DE $39,842 Laurel, DE $39,343

Yorklyn, DE $39,704

ESS Substitute Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an ESS Substitute'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

$35,329

Average $39,742/year

$44,003

$2,944

Average $3,312/month

$3,667

$679

Average $764/week

$846

$17

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,003	$3,667	$846	$21
Average	$39,742	$3,312	$764	$19
25th Percentile	$35,329	$2,944	$679	$17

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