What are the main factors that influence a Medication Aid'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 Medication Aid?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Medication Aid roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Medication Aid's salary?

A Medication Aid's salary grows with experience: starting around $45,760 for beginners, reaching about $47,190 at mid-level, and approach $47,509 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Medication Aid?

Medication Aid salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medication Aid roles are District of Columbia $50,758, California $50,565, Massachusetts $49,891. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medication Aid roles make?

Salaries for Medication Aid level roles vary by specialization: Medication Manager: $111,276; Medication Nurse: $71,426; Administer Medication: $55,807; Teachers Aid: $49,247; Medication Assistant: $44,918.

Medication Aid Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medication Aid make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medication Aid in Delaware is $46,426 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,704
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,871 to $50,759
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,725

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Medication Aid Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,759	$4,230	$976	$24
Average	$46,426	$3,869	$893	$22
25th Percentile	$41,871	$3,489	$805	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Medication Aid Salaries

A Medication Aid'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 Experience Level Affects Medication Aid Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medication Aid's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $45,760
Early Career (1-2 years): $46,234
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,190
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,382
Expert (over 8 years): $47,509

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Medication Aid	$45,760
Intermediate Level Medication Aid	$46,234
Senior Level Medication Aid	$47,190
Specialist Level Medication Aid	$47,382
Expert Level Medication Aid	$47,509

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How Do Medication Aid 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 Medication Aids. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,758.
California: $50,565.
Massachusetts: $49,891.

District of Columbia $50,758 California $50,565 Massachusetts $49,891 Washington $49,708 New Jersey $49,690 Alaska $49,626 Connecticut $48,993 New York $48,736

Hawaii $47,916 Rhode Island $47,531 Maryland $47,269 Minnesota $46,912 Colorado $46,774 Illinois $46,728 Oregon $46,554 Delaware $46,426

New Hampshire $46,345 Virginia $46,164 Pennsylvania $45,637 Nevada $45,371 North Dakota $45,284 Michigan $45,147 Wisconsin $45,096 Vermont $44,995

Texas $44,716 Maine $44,697 Arizona $44,670 Ohio $44,638 Georgia $44,216 Indiana $44,005 Wyoming $43,964 Utah $43,900

Iowa $43,872 Kansas $43,652 Louisiana $43,588 North Carolina $43,565 Missouri $43,556 Florida $43,377 Montana $43,281 Nebraska $43,189

Kentucky $43,139 South Carolina $42,955 Tennessee $42,841 Idaho $42,795 New Mexico $42,460 Oklahoma $42,387 Alabama $42,116 South Dakota $41,663

Arkansas $41,415 West Virginia $41,282 Mississippi $40,883

Top Paying Cities for Medication Aids

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: $46,217
Little Creek: $46,555
Magnolia: $46,488

Lincoln, DE $46,217 Little Creek, DE $46,555 Magnolia, DE $46,488 Milford, DE $46,334 Marydel, DE $46,410 Millsboro, DE $46,023 Millville, DE $46,094 Milton, DE $46,174

Nassau, DE $46,207 Ocean View, DE $46,086 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,174 Seaford, DE $46,201 Selbyville, DE $46,009 Smyrna, DE $46,587 Viola, DE $46,373 Woodside, DE $46,497

Bear, DE $46,390 Newark, DE $46,373 Claymont, DE $46,467 Delaware City, DE $46,419 Hockessin, DE $46,368 Kirkwood, DE $46,410 Middletown, DE $46,428 Montchanin, DE $46,379

New Castle, DE $46,386 Odessa, DE $46,451 Port Penn, DE $46,482 Rockland, DE $46,384 Saint Georges, DE $46,413 Townsend, DE $46,485 Winterthur, DE $46,389 Lewes, DE $46,191

Wilmington, DE $46,371 Dover, DE $46,555 Dover Afb, DE $46,310 Bethany Beach, DE $46,037 Bethel, DE $46,085 Bridgeville, DE $46,194 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,424 Cheswold, DE $46,540

Clayton, DE $46,541 Dagsboro, DE $46,005 Delmar, DE $45,932 Ellendale, DE $46,071 Felton, DE $46,330 Fenwick Island, DE $46,015 Frankford, DE $45,935 Frederica, DE $46,376

Georgetown, DE $45,988 Greenwood, DE $46,201 Harbeson, DE $46,037 Harrington, DE $46,272 Hartly, DE $46,416 Houston, DE $46,206 Kenton, DE $46,544 Laurel, DE $45,960

Yorklyn, DE $46,382

Medication Aid Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Medication Aid roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Medication Aid positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Medication Aid as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Medication Aid

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$55,711	$27.0	20%

Medication Aid Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Medication Aid'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 August 01, 2026

$41,871

Average $46,426/year

$50,759

$3,489

Average $3,869/month

$4,230

$805

Average $893/week

$976

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,759	$4,230	$976	$24
Average	$46,426	$3,869	$893	$22
25th Percentile	$41,871	$3,489	$805	$20

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