What are the main factors that influence a Security System Installer'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 Security System Installer?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for Security System Installer roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Security System Installer's salary?

A Security System Installer's salary grows with experience: a Surveillance Operator (0-1 years)earns $40,714, a Security System Installer (1-3 years)earns $46,249, a Surveillance Supervisor (3+ years)earns $53,880, a Surveillance Operations Manager (3-5 years)earns $76,664,

What are the highest paying states for a Security System Installer?

Security System Installer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security System Installer roles are District of Columbia $50,969, California $50,775, Massachusetts $50,099. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security System Installer roles make?

Salaries for Security System Installer level roles vary by specialization: Security Installer: $92,292; System Security Specialist: $76,286; PV System Installer: $74,305; Septic System Installer: $69,404; System Modular Furniture Installer: $63,482.

Security System Installer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security System Installer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security System Installer in Delaware is $46,619 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,208
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,267 to $51,638
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,305

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Security System Installer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,638	$4,303	$993	$25
Average	$46,619	$3,885	$897	$22
25th Percentile	$42,267	$3,522	$813	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Security System Installer Salaries

A Security System Installer'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 Security System Installer 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 Security System Installers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,969.
California: $50,775.
Massachusetts: $50,099.

District of Columbia $50,969 California $50,775 Massachusetts $50,099 Washington $49,915 New Jersey $49,896 Alaska $49,832 Connecticut $49,196 New York $48,939

Hawaii $48,115 Rhode Island $47,728 Maryland $47,466 Minnesota $47,106 Colorado $46,968 Illinois $46,922 Oregon $46,747 Delaware $46,619

New Hampshire $46,538 Virginia $46,356 Pennsylvania $45,827 Nevada $45,560 North Dakota $45,472 Michigan $45,334 Wisconsin $45,284 Vermont $45,182

Texas $44,901 Maine $44,883 Arizona $44,855 Ohio $44,823 Georgia $44,400 Indiana $44,188 Wyoming $44,147 Utah $44,082

Iowa $44,054 Kansas $43,833 Louisiana $43,769 North Carolina $43,746 Missouri $43,737 Florida $43,557 Montana $43,461 Nebraska $43,369

Kentucky $43,318 South Carolina $43,134 Tennessee $43,019 Idaho $42,973 New Mexico $42,637 Oklahoma $42,563 Alabama $42,291 South Dakota $41,836

Arkansas $41,587 West Virginia $41,454 Mississippi $41,053

Top Paying Cities for Security System Installers

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: $46,409
Little Creek: $46,748
Magnolia: $46,681

Lincoln, DE $46,409 Little Creek, DE $46,748 Magnolia, DE $46,681 Milford, DE $46,526 Marydel, DE $46,603 Millsboro, DE $46,214 Millville, DE $46,285 Milton, DE $46,365

Nassau, DE $46,399 Ocean View, DE $46,277 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,366 Seaford, DE $46,393 Selbyville, DE $46,201 Smyrna, DE $46,781 Viola, DE $46,565 Woodside, DE $46,690

Bear, DE $46,583 Newark, DE $46,565 Claymont, DE $46,660 Delaware City, DE $46,612 Hockessin, DE $46,561 Kirkwood, DE $46,603 Middletown, DE $46,621 Montchanin, DE $46,572

New Castle, DE $46,578 Odessa, DE $46,644 Port Penn, DE $46,675 Rockland, DE $46,576 Saint Georges, DE $46,606 Townsend, DE $46,678 Winterthur, DE $46,582 Lewes, DE $46,383

Wilmington, DE $46,563 Dover, DE $46,748 Dover Afb, DE $46,502 Bethany Beach, DE $46,229 Bethel, DE $46,276 Bridgeville, DE $46,386 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,617 Cheswold, DE $46,733

Clayton, DE $46,735 Dagsboro, DE $46,196 Delmar, DE $46,122 Ellendale, DE $46,262 Felton, DE $46,523 Fenwick Island, DE $46,207 Frankford, DE $46,126 Frederica, DE $46,569

Georgetown, DE $46,179 Greenwood, DE $46,393 Harbeson, DE $46,228 Harrington, DE $46,464 Hartly, DE $46,608 Houston, DE $46,398 Kenton, DE $46,737 Laurel, DE $46,151

Yorklyn, DE $46,575

Security System Installer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Security System Installer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Hospitality & Leisure, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Security System Installer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Security System Installer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Security System Installer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure	$51,280	$25.0	10%

Security System Installer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security System Installer'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

$42,267

Average $46,619/year

$51,638

$3,522

Average $3,885/month

$4,303

$813

Average $897/week

$993

$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,638	$4,303	$993	$25
Average	$46,619	$3,885	$897	$22
25th Percentile	$42,267	$3,522	$813	$20

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