What are the main factors that influence a Flagger'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 Flagger?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Flagger roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Flagger's salary?

A Flagger's salary grows with experience: a Safety Representative I (0-2 years)earns $68,245, a Flagger (2-4 years)earns $76,657, a Safety Representative III (4-7 years)earns $93,958, a Safety Representative IV (7+ years)earns $110,135, a Safety Representative V (7-10 years)earns $138,388,

What are the highest paying states for a Flagger?

Flagger salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Flagger roles are District of Columbia $97,479, California $97,110, Massachusetts $95,815. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Flagger roles make?

Salaries for Flagger level roles vary by specialization: Apprentice Lineman Flagger: $89,931; Flagger Protector: $56,203; Construction Flagger: $56,071; Traffic Flagger will train and certify Weekly Pay: $55,994; Traffic Flagger Guaranteed Raises DailyPay and Incentives: $54,574.

Flagger Salary in Delaware

How much does a Flagger make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Flagger in Delaware is $89,160 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,900
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,879 to $100,539
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,520

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Flagger Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,539	$8,378	$1,933	$48
Average	$89,160	$7,430	$1,715	$43
25th Percentile	$78,879	$6,573	$1,517	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Flagger Salaries

A Flagger'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 Flagger Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Flagger'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): $68,245
Early Career (1-2 years): $76,657
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,958
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $110,135
Expert (over 8 years): $138,388

Levels	Salary
Safety Re... Level Flagger	$68,245
Flagger Level Flagger	$76,657
Safety Re... Level Flagger	$93,958
Safety Re... Level Flagger	$110,135
Safety Re... Level Flagger	$138,388

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

District of Columbia: $97,479.
California: $97,110.
Massachusetts: $95,815.

District of Columbia $97,479 California $97,110 Massachusetts $95,815 Washington $95,463 New Jersey $95,428 Alaska $95,305 Connecticut $94,090 New York $93,597

Hawaii $92,021 Rhode Island $91,281 Maryland $90,779 Minnesota $90,093 Colorado $89,829 Illinois $89,741 Oregon $89,406 Delaware $89,160

New Hampshire $89,005 Virginia $88,658 Pennsylvania $87,645 Nevada $87,135 North Dakota $86,967 Michigan $86,703 Wisconsin $86,606 Vermont $86,413

Texas $85,876 Maine $85,840 Arizona $85,788 Ohio $85,726 Georgia $84,916 Indiana $84,511 Wyoming $84,432 Utah $84,308

Iowa $84,256 Kansas $83,833 Louisiana $83,710 North Carolina $83,666 Missouri $83,648 Florida $83,305 Montana $83,120 Nebraska $82,944

Kentucky $82,847 South Carolina $82,495 Tennessee $82,275 Idaho $82,187 New Mexico $81,544 Oklahoma $81,403 Alabama $80,884 South Dakota $80,012

Arkansas $79,537 West Virginia $79,281 Mississippi $78,515

Top Paying Cities for Flaggers

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: $88,758
Little Creek: $89,408
Magnolia: $89,279

Lincoln, DE $88,758 Little Creek, DE $89,408 Magnolia, DE $89,279 Milford, DE $88,983 Marydel, DE $89,130 Millsboro, DE $88,386 Millville, DE $88,522 Milton, DE $88,675

Nassau, DE $88,740 Ocean View, DE $88,507 Rehoboth Beach, DE $88,677 Seaford, DE $88,727 Selbyville, DE $88,360 Smyrna, DE $89,469 Viola, DE $89,057 Woodside, DE $89,297

Bear, DE $89,091 Newark, DE $89,057 Claymont, DE $89,240 Delaware City, DE $89,146 Hockessin, DE $89,049 Kirkwood, DE $89,130 Middletown, DE $89,164 Montchanin, DE $89,070

New Castle, DE $89,083 Odessa, DE $89,208 Port Penn, DE $89,268 Rockland, DE $89,079 Saint Georges, DE $89,136 Townsend, DE $89,273 Winterthur, DE $89,089 Lewes, DE $88,710

Wilmington, DE $89,054 Dover, DE $89,408 Dover Afb, DE $88,937 Bethany Beach, DE $88,414 Bethel, DE $88,505 Bridgeville, DE $88,714 Camden Wyoming, DE $89,156 Cheswold, DE $89,379

Clayton, DE $89,381 Dagsboro, DE $88,352 Delmar, DE $88,210 Ellendale, DE $88,478 Felton, DE $88,976 Fenwick Island, DE $88,372 Frankford, DE $88,217 Frederica, DE $89,064

Georgetown, DE $88,319 Greenwood, DE $88,728 Harbeson, DE $88,413 Harrington, DE $88,864 Hartly, DE $89,140 Houston, DE $88,737 Kenton, DE $89,386 Laurel, DE $88,266

Yorklyn, DE $89,076

Flagger Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Flagger roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Flagger positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Flagger as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Flagger

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$98,075	$47.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$98,075	$47.0	10%
Internet	$98,075	$47.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$98,075	$47.0	10%
Software & Networking	$98,075	$47.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Flagger'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

$78,879

Average $89,160/year

$100,539

$6,573

Average $7,430/month

$8,378

$1,517

Average $1,715/week

$1,933

$38

Average $43/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,539	$8,378	$1,933	$48
Average	$89,160	$7,430	$1,715	$43
25th Percentile	$78,879	$6,573	$1,517	$38

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