What are the main factors that influence an Utility Crew'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 Utility Crew?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Utility Crew roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Utility Crew's salary?

An Utility Crew's salary grows with experience: a Utility Crew (0-1 years)earns $65,703, a Lineman (1-3 years)earns $91,800, a Lineman, Senior (3-5 years)earns $112,295,

What are the highest paying states for an Utility Crew?

Utility Crew salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Utility Crew roles are District of Columbia $81,161, California $80,853, Massachusetts $79,776. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Utility Crew roles make?

Salaries for Utility Crew level roles vary by specialization: Utility Engineer: $105,824; Utility Superintendent: $75,940; Utility Coordinator: $73,088; Utility Designer: $65,767; Utility Operator: $63,343.

Utility Crew Salary in Delaware

How much does an Utility Crew make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Utility Crew in Delaware is $74,234 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,148
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,754 to $85,704
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,212

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Utility Crew Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,704	$7,142	$1,648	$41
Average	$74,234	$6,186	$1,428	$36
25th Percentile	$63,754	$5,313	$1,226	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Utility Crew Salaries

An Utility Crew'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 Utility Crew 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 Utility Crews. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,161.
California: $80,853.
Massachusetts: $79,776.

District of Columbia $81,161 California $80,853 Massachusetts $79,776 Washington $79,482 New Jersey $79,453 Alaska $79,350 Connecticut $78,339 New York $77,928

Hawaii $76,616 Rhode Island $76,001 Maryland $75,583 Minnesota $75,011 Colorado $74,791 Illinois $74,718 Oregon $74,439 Delaware $74,234

New Hampshire $74,105 Virginia $73,816 Pennsylvania $72,973 Nevada $72,548 North Dakota $72,409 Michigan $72,189 Wisconsin $72,108 Vermont $71,947

Texas $71,500 Maine $71,470 Arizona $71,426 Ohio $71,375 Georgia $70,701 Indiana $70,364 Wyoming $70,298 Utah $70,195

Iowa $70,151 Kansas $69,799 Louisiana $69,696 North Carolina $69,660 Missouri $69,645 Florida $69,359 Montana $69,205 Nebraska $69,059

Kentucky $68,978 South Carolina $68,685 Tennessee $68,502 Idaho $68,428 New Mexico $67,893 Oklahoma $67,776 Alabama $67,343 South Dakota $66,618

Arkansas $66,222 West Virginia $66,009 Mississippi $65,372

Top Paying Cities for Utility Crews

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: $73,900
Little Creek: $74,441
Magnolia: $74,334

Lincoln, DE $73,900 Little Creek, DE $74,441 Magnolia, DE $74,334 Milford, DE $74,087 Marydel, DE $74,209 Millsboro, DE $73,590 Millville, DE $73,703 Milton, DE $73,831

Nassau, DE $73,884 Ocean View, DE $73,691 Rehoboth Beach, DE $73,832 Seaford, DE $73,874 Selbyville, DE $73,568 Smyrna, DE $74,492 Viola, DE $74,149 Woodside, DE $74,348

Bear, DE $74,177 Newark, DE $74,149 Claymont, DE $74,301 Delaware City, DE $74,223 Hockessin, DE $74,142 Kirkwood, DE $74,209 Middletown, DE $74,238 Montchanin, DE $74,159

New Castle, DE $74,170 Odessa, DE $74,274 Port Penn, DE $74,324 Rockland, DE $74,167 Saint Georges, DE $74,214 Townsend, DE $74,329 Winterthur, DE $74,175 Lewes, DE $73,859

Wilmington, DE $74,146 Dover, DE $74,441 Dover Afb, DE $74,048 Bethany Beach, DE $73,613 Bethel, DE $73,689 Bridgeville, DE $73,863 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,231 Cheswold, DE $74,416

Clayton, DE $74,419 Dagsboro, DE $73,562 Delmar, DE $73,444 Ellendale, DE $73,667 Felton, DE $74,081 Fenwick Island, DE $73,578 Frankford, DE $73,450 Frederica, DE $74,155

Georgetown, DE $73,534 Greenwood, DE $73,875 Harbeson, DE $73,612 Harrington, DE $73,988 Hartly, DE $74,218 Houston, DE $73,882 Kenton, DE $74,422 Laurel, DE $73,490

Yorklyn, DE $74,164

Utility Crew Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Utility Crew roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Utility Crew positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Utility Crew as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Utility Crew

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$103,928	$50.0	40%
Telecom	$96,504	$46.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$89,081	$43.0	20%
Construction	$81,657	$39.0	10%

Utility Crew Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Utility Crew'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

$63,754

Average $74,234/year

$85,704

$5,313

Average $6,186/month

$7,142

$1,226

Average $1,428/week

$1,648

$31

Average $36/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,704	$7,142	$1,648	$41
Average	$74,234	$6,186	$1,428	$36
25th Percentile	$63,754	$5,313	$1,226	$31

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