What are the main factors that influence an Occupational's salary?

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

How does experience change An Occupational's salary?

An Occupational's salary grows with experience: a Occupational (2-4 years)earns $70,193, a Staff Nurse Senior- RN - Occupational Health (4-7 years)earns $85,480, an Employee Health Services Manager (7+ years)earns $125,340, an Occupational Medicine Director (7+ years)earns $155,750,

What are the highest paying states for an Occupational?

Occupational salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Occupational roles are District of Columbia $109,113, California $108,699, Massachusetts $107,250. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Occupational roles make?

Salaries for Occupational level roles vary by specialization: Physician - Occupational Medicine: $232,147; Occupational Physician: $187,619; Occupational Therapy Manager: $127,457; Occupational Therapist: $107,802; Occupational Analyst: $102,669.

Occupational Salary in Delaware

How much does an Occupational make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Occupational in Delaware is $99,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $121,329
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $88,815 to $111,069
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,814

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Occupational Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,069	$9,256	$2,136	$53
Average	$99,800	$8,317	$1,919	$48
25th Percentile	$88,815	$7,401	$1,708	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Occupational Salaries

An Occupational'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 Occupational 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 Occupationals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $109,113.
California: $108,699.
Massachusetts: $107,250.

District of Columbia $109,113 California $108,699 Massachusetts $107,250 Washington $106,856 New Jersey $106,817 Alaska $106,679 Connecticut $105,319 New York $104,767

Hawaii $103,003 Rhode Island $102,175 Maryland $101,613 Minnesota $100,844 Colorado $100,549 Illinois $100,450 Oregon $100,076 Delaware $99,800

New Hampshire $99,626 Virginia $99,238 Pennsylvania $98,105 Nevada $97,533 North Dakota $97,346 Michigan $97,050 Wisconsin $96,942 Vermont $96,725

Texas $96,124 Maine $96,085 Arizona $96,025 Ohio $95,956 Georgia $95,050 Indiana $94,597 Wyoming $94,508 Utah $94,370

Iowa $94,311 Kansas $93,838 Louisiana $93,700 North Carolina $93,650 Missouri $93,631 Florida $93,246 Montana $93,039 Nebraska $92,842

Kentucky $92,734 South Carolina $92,340 Tennessee $92,093 Idaho $91,995 New Mexico $91,275 Oklahoma $91,118 Alabama $90,536 South Dakota $89,561

Arkansas $89,029 West Virginia $88,743 Mississippi $87,885

Top Paying Cities for Occupationals

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: $99,350
Little Creek: $100,078
Magnolia: $99,934

Lincoln, DE $99,350 Little Creek, DE $100,078 Magnolia, DE $99,934 Milford, DE $99,603 Marydel, DE $99,766 Millsboro, DE $98,934 Millville, DE $99,086 Milton, DE $99,258

Nassau, DE $99,330 Ocean View, DE $99,070 Rehoboth Beach, DE $99,260 Seaford, DE $99,316 Selbyville, DE $98,905 Smyrna, DE $100,147 Viola, DE $99,686 Woodside, DE $99,954

Bear, DE $99,723 Newark, DE $99,686 Claymont, DE $99,890 Delaware City, DE $99,785 Hockessin, DE $99,677 Kirkwood, DE $99,766 Middletown, DE $99,805 Montchanin, DE $99,699

New Castle, DE $99,714 Odessa, DE $99,854 Port Penn, DE $99,921 Rockland, DE $99,709 Saint Georges, DE $99,773 Townsend, DE $99,927 Winterthur, DE $99,721 Lewes, DE $99,296

Wilmington, DE $99,682 Dover, DE $100,078 Dover Afb, DE $99,551 Bethany Beach, DE $98,965 Bethel, DE $99,068 Bridgeville, DE $99,301 Camden Wyoming, DE $99,796 Cheswold, DE $100,045

Clayton, DE $100,048 Dagsboro, DE $98,896 Delmar, DE $98,738 Ellendale, DE $99,037 Felton, DE $99,595 Fenwick Island, DE $98,918 Frankford, DE $98,745 Frederica, DE $99,693

Georgetown, DE $98,859 Greenwood, DE $99,317 Harbeson, DE $98,964 Harrington, DE $99,469 Hartly, DE $99,778 Houston, DE $99,327 Kenton, DE $100,053 Laurel, DE $98,800

Yorklyn, DE $99,706

Occupational Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Occupational roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Occupational positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Occupational as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Occupational

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$139,720	$67.0	40%
Financial Services	$129,740	$62.0	30%
Biotechnology	$124,750	$60.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$119,760	$58.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$114,770	$55.0	15%

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

Understanding how an Occupational'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

$88,815

Average $99,800/year

$111,069

$7,401

Average $8,317/month

$9,256

$1,708

Average $1,919/week

$2,136

$43

Average $48/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$111,069	$9,256	$2,136	$53
Average	$99,800	$8,317	$1,919	$48
25th Percentile	$88,815	$7,401	$1,708	$43

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