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

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Lineworker roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lineworker's salary?

A Lineworker's salary grows with experience: a Lineman Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $64,273, a Lineworker (1-3 years)earns $89,803, a Lineman, Senior (3-5 years)earns $109,852,

What are the highest paying states for a Lineworker?

Lineworker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lineworker roles are District of Columbia $98,777, California $98,402, Massachusetts $97,090. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lineworker roles make?

Salaries for Lineworker level roles vary by specialization: Apprentice Lineworker: $90,648; Journeyman Lineworker: $89,939; Electrical Lineworker: $86,018.

Lineworker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lineworker make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lineworker in Delaware is $90,346 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,462
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,701 to $97,735
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,009

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Lineworker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,735	$8,145	$1,880	$47
Average	$90,346	$7,529	$1,737	$43
25th Percentile	$79,701	$6,642	$1,533	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Lineworker Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $98,777.
California: $98,402.
Massachusetts: $97,090.

District of Columbia $98,777 California $98,402 Massachusetts $97,090 Washington $96,734 New Jersey $96,698 Alaska $96,573 Connecticut $95,342 New York $94,842

Hawaii $93,245 Rhode Island $92,496 Maryland $91,987 Minnesota $91,292 Colorado $91,024 Illinois $90,935 Oregon $90,596 Delaware $90,346

New Hampshire $90,189 Virginia $89,837 Pennsylvania $88,811 Nevada $88,294 North Dakota $88,125 Michigan $87,857 Wisconsin $87,759 Vermont $87,562

Texas $87,018 Maine $86,983 Arizona $86,929 Ohio $86,867 Georgia $86,046 Indiana $85,635 Wyoming $85,555 Utah $85,430

Iowa $85,377 Kansas $84,949 Louisiana $84,824 North Carolina $84,779 Missouri $84,761 Florida $84,413 Montana $84,226 Nebraska $84,047

Kentucky $83,949 South Carolina $83,592 Tennessee $83,369 Idaho $83,280 New Mexico $82,629 Oklahoma $82,486 Alabama $81,960 South Dakota $81,077

Arkansas $80,595 West Virginia $80,336 Mississippi $79,560

Top Paying Cities for Lineworkers

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: $89,939
Little Creek: $90,597
Magnolia: $90,467

Lincoln, DE $89,939 Little Creek, DE $90,597 Magnolia, DE $90,467 Milford, DE $90,167 Marydel, DE $90,316 Millsboro, DE $89,562 Millville, DE $89,700 Milton, DE $89,855

Nassau, DE $89,920 Ocean View, DE $89,685 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,857 Seaford, DE $89,908 Selbyville, DE $89,536 Smyrna, DE $90,660 Viola, DE $90,242 Woodside, DE $90,485

Bear, DE $90,276 Newark, DE $90,242 Claymont, DE $90,427 Delaware City, DE $90,333 Hockessin, DE $90,234 Kirkwood, DE $90,316 Middletown, DE $90,350 Montchanin, DE $90,255

New Castle, DE $90,268 Odessa, DE $90,395 Port Penn, DE $90,456 Rockland, DE $90,264 Saint Georges, DE $90,322 Townsend, DE $90,461 Winterthur, DE $90,275 Lewes, DE $89,890

Wilmington, DE $90,239 Dover, DE $90,597 Dover Afb, DE $90,120 Bethany Beach, DE $89,590 Bethel, DE $89,683 Bridgeville, DE $89,894 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,342 Cheswold, DE $90,568

Clayton, DE $90,571 Dagsboro, DE $89,528 Delmar, DE $89,384 Ellendale, DE $89,655 Felton, DE $90,160 Fenwick Island, DE $89,547 Frankford, DE $89,391 Frederica, DE $90,250

Georgetown, DE $89,494 Greenwood, DE $89,909 Harbeson, DE $89,589 Harrington, DE $90,046 Hartly, DE $90,326 Houston, DE $89,918 Kenton, DE $90,575 Laurel, DE $89,440

Yorklyn, DE $90,261

Lineworker Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lineworker roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Lineworker positions in Telecom or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lineworker as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lineworker

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$117,450	$56.0	30%
Business Services	$108,415	$52.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Lineworker'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

$79,701

Average $90,346/year

$97,735

$6,642

Average $7,529/month

$8,145

$1,533

Average $1,737/week

$1,880

$38

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,735	$8,145	$1,880	$47
Average	$90,346	$7,529	$1,737	$43
25th Percentile	$79,701	$6,642	$1,533	$38

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