What are the main factors that influence a GM Certified Technician'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 GM Certified Technician?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for GM Certified Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A GM Certified Technician's salary?

A GM Certified Technician's salary grows with experience: an Automotive Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $49,999, an Automotive Mechanic II (1-3 years)earns $56,444, an GM Certified Technician (3-5 years)earns $63,066, an Automotive Mechanic IV (5-7 years)earns $69,005,

What are the highest paying states for a GM Certified Technician?

GM Certified Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for GM Certified Technician roles are District of Columbia $69,364, California $69,101, Massachusetts $68,180. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of GM Certified Technician roles make?

Salaries for GM Certified Technician level roles vary by specialization: Certified Optometric Technician: $132,217; Ase Certified Technician: $86,411; Certified Technician: $62,645; GM Technician: $60,496; Surgical Technician Certified: $56,033.

GM Certified Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a GM Certified Technician make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a GM Certified Technician in Delaware is $63,444 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,272
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,653 to $68,588
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,380

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GM Certified Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,588	$5,716	$1,319	$33
Average	$63,444	$5,287	$1,220	$31
25th Percentile	$57,653	$4,804	$1,109	$28

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Key Factors That Influence GM Certified Technician Salaries

A GM Certified Technician'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 GM Certified Technician 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 GM Certified Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,364.
California: $69,101.
Massachusetts: $68,180.

District of Columbia $69,364 California $69,101 Massachusetts $68,180 Washington $67,929 New Jersey $67,904 Alaska $67,817 Connecticut $66,952 New York $66,601

Hawaii $65,480 Rhode Island $64,954 Maryland $64,597 Minnesota $64,108 Colorado $63,920 Illinois $63,857 Oregon $63,619 Delaware $63,444

New Hampshire $63,334 Virginia $63,087 Pennsylvania $62,366 Nevada $62,003 North Dakota $61,884 Michigan $61,696 Wisconsin $61,627 Vermont $61,489

Texas $61,107 Maine $61,082 Arizona $61,044 Ohio $61,001 Georgia $60,424 Indiana $60,136 Wyoming $60,080 Utah $59,992

Iowa $59,954 Kansas $59,654 Louisiana $59,566 North Carolina $59,535 Missouri $59,522 Florida $59,278 Montana $59,146 Nebraska $59,021

Kentucky $58,952 South Carolina $58,701 Tennessee $58,545 Idaho $58,482 New Mexico $58,025 Oklahoma $57,925 Alabama $57,555 South Dakota $56,935

Arkansas $56,596 West Virginia $56,415 Mississippi $55,870

Top Paying Cities for GM Certified Technicians

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: $63,158
Little Creek: $63,621
Magnolia: $63,529

Lincoln, DE $63,158 Little Creek, DE $63,621 Magnolia, DE $63,529 Milford, DE $63,319 Marydel, DE $63,423 Millsboro, DE $62,893 Millville, DE $62,990 Milton, DE $63,099

Nassau, DE $63,145 Ocean View, DE $62,980 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,101 Seaford, DE $63,136 Selbyville, DE $62,875 Smyrna, DE $63,664 Viola, DE $63,371 Woodside, DE $63,542

Bear, DE $63,395 Newark, DE $63,371 Claymont, DE $63,501 Delaware City, DE $63,434 Hockessin, DE $63,366 Kirkwood, DE $63,423 Middletown, DE $63,447 Montchanin, DE $63,380

New Castle, DE $63,389 Odessa, DE $63,478 Port Penn, DE $63,521 Rockland, DE $63,386 Saint Georges, DE $63,427 Townsend, DE $63,525 Winterthur, DE $63,394 Lewes, DE $63,124

Wilmington, DE $63,369 Dover, DE $63,621 Dover Afb, DE $63,285 Bethany Beach, DE $62,913 Bethel, DE $62,978 Bridgeville, DE $63,127 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,441 Cheswold, DE $63,600

Clayton, DE $63,602 Dagsboro, DE $62,869 Delmar, DE $62,768 Ellendale, DE $62,959 Felton, DE $63,314 Fenwick Island, DE $62,883 Frankford, DE $62,773 Frederica, DE $63,376

Georgetown, DE $62,846 Greenwood, DE $63,137 Harbeson, DE $62,913 Harrington, DE $63,233 Hartly, DE $63,430 Houston, DE $63,143 Kenton, DE $63,605 Laurel, DE $62,808

Yorklyn, DE $63,384

GM Certified Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For GM Certified Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, GM Certified Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view GM Certified Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a GM Certified Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$76,133	$37.0	20%
Biotechnology	$76,133	$37.0	20%
Financial Services	$76,133	$37.0	20%
Healthcare	$76,133	$37.0	20%

GM Certified Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a GM Certified Technician'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.

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$57,653

Average $63,444/year

$68,588

$4,804

Average $5,287/month

$5,716

$1,109

Average $1,220/week

$1,319

$28

Average $31/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,588	$5,716	$1,319	$33
Average	$63,444	$5,287	$1,220	$31
25th Percentile	$57,653	$4,804	$1,109	$28

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GM Certified Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a GM Certified Technician make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence GM Certified Technician Salaries

How Do GM Certified Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for GM Certified Technicians

GM Certified Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a GM Certified Technician

GM Certified Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

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