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

How does experience change A Lineworker's salary?

A Lineworker's salary grows with experience: a Lineman Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $64,258, a Lineworker (1-3 years)earns $89,769, a Lineman, Senior (3-5 years)earns $109,806,

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 $98,741, California $98,367, Massachusetts $97,056. 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: $90,616; Journeyman Lineworker: $89,907; Electrical Lineworker: $85,986.

Lineworker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lineworker make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lineworker in Delaware is $90,314 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): $104,469
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,675 to $97,723
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,988

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Lineworker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,723	$8,144	$1,879	$47
Average	$90,314	$7,526	$1,737	$43
25th Percentile	$79,675	$6,640	$1,532	$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: $98,741.
California: $98,367.
Massachusetts: $97,056.

District of Columbia $98,741 California $98,367 Massachusetts $97,056 Washington $96,699 New Jersey $96,664 Alaska $96,539 Connecticut $95,308 New York $94,809

Hawaii $93,212 Rhode Island $92,463 Maryland $91,955 Minnesota $91,259 Colorado $90,992 Illinois $90,902 Oregon $90,564 Delaware $90,314

New Hampshire $90,157 Virginia $89,805 Pennsylvania $88,780 Nevada $88,263 North Dakota $88,093 Michigan $87,826 Wisconsin $87,728 Vermont $87,531

Texas $86,987 Maine $86,952 Arizona $86,898 Ohio $86,836 Georgia $86,015 Indiana $85,605 Wyoming $85,525 Utah $85,400

Iowa $85,346 Kansas $84,918 Louisiana $84,793 North Carolina $84,749 Missouri $84,731 Florida $84,383 Montana $84,196 Nebraska $84,018

Kentucky $83,920 South Carolina $83,563 Tennessee $83,340 Idaho $83,251 New Mexico $82,600 Oklahoma $82,457 Alabama $81,931 South Dakota $81,048

Arkansas $80,566 West Virginia $80,308 Mississippi $79,532

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: $89,907
Little Creek: $90,565
Magnolia: $90,435

Lincoln, DE $89,907 Little Creek, DE $90,565 Magnolia, DE $90,435 Milford, DE $90,135 Marydel, DE $90,283 Millsboro, DE $89,530 Millville, DE $89,668 Milton, DE $89,823

Nassau, DE $89,888 Ocean View, DE $89,653 Rehoboth Beach, DE $89,825 Seaford, DE $89,876 Selbyville, DE $89,504 Smyrna, DE $90,628 Viola, DE $90,210 Woodside, DE $90,453

Bear, DE $90,244 Newark, DE $90,210 Claymont, DE $90,395 Delaware City, DE $90,300 Hockessin, DE $90,202 Kirkwood, DE $90,283 Middletown, DE $90,318 Montchanin, DE $90,223

New Castle, DE $90,236 Odessa, DE $90,363 Port Penn, DE $90,423 Rockland, DE $90,232 Saint Georges, DE $90,290 Townsend, DE $90,429 Winterthur, DE $90,242 Lewes, DE $89,858

Wilmington, DE $90,207 Dover, DE $90,565 Dover Afb, DE $90,088 Bethany Beach, DE $89,558 Bethel, DE $89,651 Bridgeville, DE $89,863 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,310 Cheswold, DE $90,536

Clayton, DE $90,539 Dagsboro, DE $89,496 Delmar, DE $89,352 Ellendale, DE $89,624 Felton, DE $90,128 Fenwick Island, DE $89,516 Frankford, DE $89,360 Frederica, DE $90,217

Georgetown, DE $89,462 Greenwood, DE $89,877 Harbeson, DE $89,558 Harrington, DE $90,014 Hartly, DE $90,294 Houston, DE $89,886 Kenton, DE $90,543 Laurel, DE $89,409

Yorklyn, DE $90,229

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 May 01, 2026

$79,675

Average $90,314/year

$97,723

$6,640

Average $7,526/month

$8,144

$1,532

Average $1,737/week

$1,879

$38

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$97,723	$8,144	$1,879	$47
Average	$90,314	$7,526	$1,737	$43
25th Percentile	$79,675	$6,640	$1,532	$38

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