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

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

How does experience change A PCT's salary?

A PCT's salary grows with experience: a PCT (0-0 years)earns $35,172, a Nursing Assistant - Non-certified (0-1 years)earns $35,446, a Patient Care Technician (PCT) (1-3 years)earns $39,271,

What are the highest paying states for a PCT?

PCT salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for PCT roles are District of Columbia $43,851, California $43,685, Massachusetts $43,103. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of PCT roles make?

Salaries for PCT level roles vary by specialization: PCT Dialysis Travel Nursing: $91,202; Technician PCT Cert: $88,526; PCT Technician: $50,765; Pct Trainee: $45,827; Pct Dialysis: $45,111.

PCT Salary in Delaware

How much does a PCT make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a PCT in Delaware is $40,109 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,243
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,507 to $44,366
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,229

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PCT Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,366	$3,697	$853	$21
Average	$40,109	$3,342	$771	$19
25th Percentile	$36,507	$3,042	$702	$18

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Key Factors That Influence PCT Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $43,851.
California: $43,685.
Massachusetts: $43,103.

District of Columbia $43,851 California $43,685 Massachusetts $43,103 Washington $42,944 New Jersey $42,929 Alaska $42,873 Connecticut $42,327 New York $42,105

Hawaii $41,396 Rhode Island $41,063 Maryland $40,837 Minnesota $40,528 Colorado $40,410 Illinois $40,370 Oregon $40,219 Delaware $40,109

New Hampshire $40,039 Virginia $39,883 Pennsylvania $39,427 Nevada $39,198 North Dakota $39,122 Michigan $39,004 Wisconsin $38,960 Vermont $38,873

Texas $38,631 Maine $38,615 Arizona $38,592 Ohio $38,564 Georgia $38,200 Indiana $38,017 Wyoming $37,982 Utah $37,926

Iowa $37,903 Kansas $37,712 Louisiana $37,657 North Carolina $37,637 Missouri $37,629 Florida $37,475 Montana $37,392 Nebraska $37,312

Kentucky $37,269 South Carolina $37,110 Tennessee $37,011 Idaho $36,972 New Mexico $36,683 Oklahoma $36,619 Alabama $36,386 South Dakota $35,994

Arkansas $35,780 West Virginia $35,665 Mississippi $35,320

Top Paying Cities for PCTs

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: $41,511
Little Creek: $41,126
Magnolia: $41,297

Lincoln, DE $41,511 Little Creek, DE $41,126 Magnolia, DE $41,297 Milford, DE $41,511 Marydel, DE $40,972 Millsboro, DE $41,511 Millville, DE $41,788 Milton, DE $41,511

Nassau, DE $41,511 Ocean View, DE $41,788 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,788 Seaford, DE $41,075 Selbyville, DE $41,788 Smyrna, DE $40,924 Viola, DE $41,297 Woodside, DE $41,178

Bear, DE $40,623 Newark, DE $40,639 Claymont, DE $40,671 Delaware City, DE $40,639 Hockessin, DE $40,671 Kirkwood, DE $40,639 Middletown, DE $40,841 Montchanin, DE $40,671

New Castle, DE $40,671 Odessa, DE $40,897 Port Penn, DE $40,528 Rockland, DE $40,671 Saint Georges, DE $40,639 Townsend, DE $40,837 Winterthur, DE $40,671 Lewes, DE $41,511

Wilmington, DE $40,671 Dover, DE $41,107 Dover Afb, DE $41,202 Bethany Beach, DE $41,788 Bethel, DE $41,075 Bridgeville, DE $41,511 Camden Wyoming, DE $41,150 Cheswold, DE $41,012

Clayton, DE $40,909 Dagsboro, DE $41,788 Delmar, DE $41,075 Ellendale, DE $41,511 Felton, DE $41,511 Fenwick Island, DE $41,788 Frankford, DE $41,788 Frederica, DE $41,511

Georgetown, DE $41,511 Greenwood, DE $41,511 Harbeson, DE $41,511 Harrington, DE $41,511 Hartly, DE $40,889 Houston, DE $41,511 Kenton, DE $40,909 Laurel, DE $41,075

Yorklyn, DE $40,671

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

Understanding how a PCT'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 April 01, 2026

$36,507

Average $40,109/year

$44,366

$3,042

Average $3,342/month

$3,697

$702

Average $771/week

$853

$18

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,366	$3,697	$853	$21
Average	$40,109	$3,342	$771	$19
25th Percentile	$36,507	$3,042	$702	$18

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