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

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

How does experience change A Linemen's salary?

A Linemen's salary grows with experience: a Lineman Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $64,928, a Linemen (1-3 years)earns $90,705, a Lineman, Senior (3-5 years)earns $110,951,

What are the highest paying states for a Linemen?

Linemen salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Linemen roles are District of Columbia $99,771, California $99,393, Massachusetts $98,068. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Linemen roles make?

Salaries for Linemen level roles vary by specialization: Aerial linemen: $88,008.

Linemen Salary in Delaware

How much does a Linemen make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Linemen in Delaware is $91,256 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,559
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,505 to $98,742
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,718

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Linemen Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,742	$8,229	$1,899	$47
Average	$91,256	$7,605	$1,755	$44
25th Percentile	$80,505	$6,709	$1,548	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Linemen Salaries

A Linemen'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 Linemen 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 Linemens. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $99,771.
California: $99,393.
Massachusetts: $98,068.

District of Columbia $99,771 California $99,393 Massachusetts $98,068 Washington $97,707 New Jersey $97,671 Alaska $97,545 Connecticut $96,302 New York $95,797

Hawaii $94,184 Rhode Island $93,427 Maryland $92,914 Minnesota $92,211 Colorado $91,940 Illinois $91,850 Oregon $91,508 Delaware $91,256

New Hampshire $91,097 Virginia $90,742 Pennsylvania $89,706 Nevada $89,183 North Dakota $89,012 Michigan $88,741 Wisconsin $88,642 Vermont $88,444

Texas $87,894 Maine $87,858 Arizona $87,804 Ohio $87,741 Georgia $86,912 Indiana $86,498 Wyoming $86,417 Utah $86,290

Iowa $86,236 Kansas $85,804 Louisiana $85,678 North Carolina $85,633 Missouri $85,615 Florida $85,263 Montana $85,074 Nebraska $84,894

Kentucky $84,795 South Carolina $84,434 Tennessee $84,209 Idaho $84,119 New Mexico $83,461 Oklahoma $83,317 Alabama $82,785 South Dakota $81,893

Arkansas $81,406 West Virginia $81,145 Mississippi $80,361

Top Paying Cities for Linemens

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: $90,845
Little Creek: $91,510
Magnolia: $91,378

Lincoln, DE $90,845 Little Creek, DE $91,510 Magnolia, DE $91,378 Milford, DE $91,075 Marydel, DE $91,225 Millsboro, DE $90,463 Millville, DE $90,603 Milton, DE $90,760

Nassau, DE $90,826 Ocean View, DE $90,588 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,762 Seaford, DE $90,813 Selbyville, DE $90,437 Smyrna, DE $91,573 Viola, DE $91,151 Woodside, DE $91,396

Bear, DE $91,185 Newark, DE $91,151 Claymont, DE $91,338 Delaware City, DE $91,242 Hockessin, DE $91,143 Kirkwood, DE $91,225 Middletown, DE $91,260 Montchanin, DE $91,164

New Castle, DE $91,177 Odessa, DE $91,305 Port Penn, DE $91,366 Rockland, DE $91,173 Saint Georges, DE $91,231 Townsend, DE $91,372 Winterthur, DE $91,183 Lewes, DE $90,795

Wilmington, DE $91,147 Dover, DE $91,510 Dover Afb, DE $91,028 Bethany Beach, DE $90,492 Bethel, DE $90,586 Bridgeville, DE $90,800 Camden Wyoming, DE $91,252 Cheswold, DE $91,480

Clayton, DE $91,483 Dagsboro, DE $90,429 Delmar, DE $90,284 Ellendale, DE $90,558 Felton, DE $91,068 Fenwick Island, DE $90,449 Frankford, DE $90,291 Frederica, DE $91,158

Georgetown, DE $90,395 Greenwood, DE $90,814 Harbeson, DE $90,491 Harrington, DE $90,953 Hartly, DE $91,236 Houston, DE $90,823 Kenton, DE $91,487 Laurel, DE $90,341

Yorklyn, DE $91,170

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

Understanding how a Linemen'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 May 01, 2026

$80,505

Average $91,256/year

$98,742

$6,709

Average $7,605/month

$8,229

$1,548

Average $1,755/week

$1,899

$39

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,742	$8,229	$1,899	$47
Average	$91,256	$7,605	$1,755	$44
25th Percentile	$80,505	$6,709	$1,548	$39

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