What are the main factors that influence a GM 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 Technician?

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

How does experience change A GM Technician's salary?

A GM Technician's salary grows with experience: an Automotive Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $48,280, an Automotive Mechanic II (1-3 years)earns $54,503, an GM Technician (3-5 years)earns $60,892, an Automotive Mechanic IV (5-7 years)earns $66,631,

What are the highest paying states for a GM Technician?

GM Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for GM Technician roles are District of Columbia $66,973, California $66,719, Massachusetts $65,830. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of GM Technician roles make?

Salaries for GM Technician level roles vary by specialization: Plant GM: $219,700; Deputy Gm: $200,796; Assistant Gm: $180,749; Exec Chef & GM: $86,063; GM Operations: $74,798.

GM Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a GM Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a GM Technician in Delaware is $61,257 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,740
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,664 to $66,221
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,572

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GM Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,221	$5,518	$1,273	$32
Average	$61,257	$5,105	$1,178	$29
25th Percentile	$55,664	$4,639	$1,070	$27

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Key Factors That Influence GM Technician Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $66,973.
California: $66,719.
Massachusetts: $65,830.

District of Columbia $66,973 California $66,719 Massachusetts $65,830 Washington $65,588 New Jersey $65,564 Alaska $65,479 Connecticut $64,644 New York $64,306

Hawaii $63,223 Rhode Island $62,715 Maryland $62,370 Minnesota $61,898 Colorado $61,717 Illinois $61,656 Oregon $61,426 Delaware $61,257

New Hampshire $61,151 Virginia $60,912 Pennsylvania $60,217 Nevada $59,866 North Dakota $59,751 Michigan $59,569 Wisconsin $59,503 Vermont $59,370

Texas $59,001 Maine $58,977 Arizona $58,940 Ohio $58,898 Georgia $58,342 Indiana $58,063 Wyoming $58,009 Utah $57,924

Iowa $57,888 Kansas $57,598 Louisiana $57,513 North Carolina $57,483 Missouri $57,471 Florida $57,235 Montana $57,108 Nebraska $56,987

Kentucky $56,920 South Carolina $56,678 Tennessee $56,527 Idaho $56,466 New Mexico $56,025 Oklahoma $55,928 Alabama $55,571 South Dakota $54,972

Arkansas $54,646 West Virginia $54,470 Mississippi $53,944

Top Paying Cities for GM 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: $60,981
Little Creek: $61,428
Magnolia: $61,339

Lincoln, DE $60,981 Little Creek, DE $61,428 Magnolia, DE $61,339 Milford, DE $61,136 Marydel, DE $61,237 Millsboro, DE $60,725 Millville, DE $60,819 Milton, DE $60,924

Nassau, DE $60,969 Ocean View, DE $60,809 Rehoboth Beach, DE $60,926 Seaford, DE $60,960 Selbyville, DE $60,708 Smyrna, DE $61,470 Viola, DE $61,187 Woodside, DE $61,351

Bear, DE $61,210 Newark, DE $61,187 Claymont, DE $61,312 Delaware City, DE $61,248 Hockessin, DE $61,181 Kirkwood, DE $61,237 Middletown, DE $61,260 Montchanin, DE $61,195

New Castle, DE $61,204 Odessa, DE $61,290 Port Penn, DE $61,332 Rockland, DE $61,201 Saint Georges, DE $61,241 Townsend, DE $61,335 Winterthur, DE $61,209 Lewes, DE $60,948

Wilmington, DE $61,185 Dover, DE $61,428 Dover Afb, DE $61,104 Bethany Beach, DE $60,745 Bethel, DE $60,808 Bridgeville, DE $60,951 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,255 Cheswold, DE $61,408

Clayton, DE $61,410 Dagsboro, DE $60,702 Delmar, DE $60,605 Ellendale, DE $60,789 Felton, DE $61,131 Fenwick Island, DE $60,716 Frankford, DE $60,610 Frederica, DE $61,192

Georgetown, DE $60,679 Greenwood, DE $60,961 Harbeson, DE $60,744 Harrington, DE $61,054 Hartly, DE $61,244 Houston, DE $60,967 Kenton, DE $61,413 Laurel, DE $60,643

Yorklyn, DE $61,200

GM Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For GM 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 Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view GM Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a GM Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$73,509	$35.0	20%
Biotechnology	$73,509	$35.0	20%
Financial Services	$73,509	$35.0	20%
Healthcare	$73,509	$35.0	20%

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

Understanding how a GM 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$55,664

Average $61,257/year

$66,221

$4,639

Average $5,105/month

$5,518

$1,070

Average $1,178/week

$1,273

$27

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,221	$5,518	$1,273	$32
Average	$61,257	$5,105	$1,178	$29
25th Percentile	$55,664	$4,639	$1,070	$27

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