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

What industry pays the highest salary for PCT?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for PCT roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A PCT's salary?

A PCT's salary grows with experience: a PCT (0-0 years)earns $35,150, a Nursing Assistant - Non-certified (0-1 years)earns $35,435, 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 $44,166, California $43,998, Massachusetts $43,412. 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: $91,180; Technician PCT Cert: $88,392; PCT Technician: $50,780; Pct Trainee: $45,838; Pct Dialysis: $45,362.

PCT Salary in Delaware

How much does a PCT make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a PCT in Delaware is $40,396 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): $48,590
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,770 to $44,685
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,468

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PCT Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,685	$3,724	$859	$21
Average	$40,396	$3,366	$777	$19
25th Percentile	$36,770	$3,064	$707	$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: $44,166.
California: $43,998.
Massachusetts: $43,412.

District of Columbia $44,166 California $43,998 Massachusetts $43,412 Washington $43,253 New Jersey $43,237 Alaska $43,181 Connecticut $42,630 New York $42,407

Hawaii $41,693 Rhode Island $41,358 Maryland $41,130 Minnesota $40,819 Colorado $40,700 Illinois $40,660 Oregon $40,508 Delaware $40,396

New Hampshire $40,326 Virginia $40,169 Pennsylvania $39,710 Nevada $39,479 North Dakota $39,403 Michigan $39,283 Wisconsin $39,240 Vermont $39,152

Texas $38,909 Maine $38,893 Arizona $38,869 Ohio $38,841 Georgia $38,474 Indiana $38,290 Wyoming $38,254 Utah $38,198

Iowa $38,175 Kansas $37,983 Louisiana $37,927 North Carolina $37,907 Missouri $37,899 Florida $37,744 Montana $37,660 Nebraska $37,580

Kentucky $37,536 South Carolina $37,377 Tennessee $37,277 Idaho $37,237 New Mexico $36,946 Oklahoma $36,882 Alabama $36,647 South Dakota $36,252

Arkansas $36,036 West Virginia $35,921 Mississippi $35,574

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: $40,215
Little Creek: $40,509
Magnolia: $40,451

Lincoln, DE $40,215 Little Creek, DE $40,509 Magnolia, DE $40,451 Milford, DE $40,317 Marydel, DE $40,383 Millsboro, DE $40,046 Millville, DE $40,108 Milton, DE $40,177

Nassau, DE $40,206 Ocean View, DE $40,101 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,178 Seaford, DE $40,201 Selbyville, DE $40,034 Smyrna, DE $40,537 Viola, DE $40,350 Woodside, DE $40,459

Bear, DE $40,365 Newark, DE $40,350 Claymont, DE $40,433 Delaware City, DE $40,390 Hockessin, DE $40,347 Kirkwood, DE $40,383 Middletown, DE $40,398 Montchanin, DE $40,356

New Castle, DE $40,362 Odessa, DE $40,418 Port Penn, DE $40,445 Rockland, DE $40,360 Saint Georges, DE $40,386 Townsend, DE $40,448 Winterthur, DE $40,364 Lewes, DE $40,193

Wilmington, DE $40,349 Dover, DE $40,509 Dover Afb, DE $40,295 Bethany Beach, DE $40,059 Bethel, DE $40,100 Bridgeville, DE $40,195 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,395 Cheswold, DE $40,496

Clayton, DE $40,497 Dagsboro, DE $40,031 Delmar, DE $39,966 Ellendale, DE $40,088 Felton, DE $40,313 Fenwick Island, DE $40,039 Frankford, DE $39,970 Frederica, DE $40,353

Georgetown, DE $40,015 Greenwood, DE $40,201 Harbeson, DE $40,058 Harrington, DE $40,262 Hartly, DE $40,388 Houston, DE $40,205 Kenton, DE $40,499 Laurel, DE $39,992

Yorklyn, DE $40,359

PCT Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For PCT roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 40% above the average. Conversely, PCT positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view PCT as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a PCT

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$56,555	$27.0	40%

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 July 01, 2026

$36,770

Average $40,396/year

$44,685

$3,064

Average $3,366/month

$3,724

$707

Average $777/week

$859

$18

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,685	$3,724	$859	$21
Average	$40,396	$3,366	$777	$19
25th Percentile	$36,770	$3,064	$707	$18

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