What are the main factors that influence an Air Quality Technician'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 Air Quality Technician?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Air Quality Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Air Quality Technician's salary?

An Air Quality Technician's salary grows with experience: an Air Quality Technician (0-1 years)earns $40,315, a Patient Referral Specialist (1-3 years)earns $44,986, a Senior Patient Referral Specialist (3-5 years)earns $50,247, an Admitting Supervisor (5+ years)earns $57,785, an Admitting Manager (5+ years)earns $88,339,

What are the highest paying states for an Air Quality Technician?

Air Quality Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Air Quality Technician roles are District of Columbia $43,784, California $43,618, Massachusetts $43,037. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Air Quality Technician roles make?

Salaries for Air Quality Technician level roles vary by specialization: Air Quality Scientist: $128,361; Air Quality Consultant: $100,845; Air Quality Engineer: $98,827; Air Quality Specialist: $70,192; Air Quality Planner: $69,726.

Air Quality Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does an Air Quality Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Air Quality Technician in Delaware is $40,047 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,644
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,199 to $42,977
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,695

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Air Quality Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,977	$3,581	$826	$21
Average	$40,047	$3,337	$770	$19
25th Percentile	$36,199	$3,017	$696	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Air Quality Technician Salaries

An Air Quality Technician'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 Experience Level Affects Air Quality Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Air Quality Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $40,315
Early Career (1-2 years): $44,986
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $50,247
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,785
Expert (over 8 years): $88,339

Levels	Salary
Air Quali... Level Air Quality Technician	$40,315
Patient R... Level Air Quality Technician	$44,986
Senior Pa... Level Air Quality Technician	$50,247
Admitting... Level Air Quality Technician	$57,785
Admitting... Level Air Quality Technician	$88,339

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How Do Air Quality Technician 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 Air Quality Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,784.
California: $43,618.
Massachusetts: $43,037.

District of Columbia $43,784 California $43,618 Massachusetts $43,037 Washington $42,879 New Jersey $42,863 Alaska $42,808 Connecticut $42,262 New York $42,041

Hawaii $41,333 Rhode Island $41,000 Maryland $40,775 Minnesota $40,467 Colorado $40,348 Illinois $40,308 Oregon $40,158 Delaware $40,047

New Hampshire $39,978 Virginia $39,822 Pennsylvania $39,367 Nevada $39,138 North Dakota $39,063 Michigan $38,944 Wisconsin $38,901 Vermont $38,814

Texas $38,572 Maine $38,557 Arizona $38,533 Ohio $38,505 Georgia $38,141 Indiana $37,959 Wyoming $37,924 Utah $37,868

Iowa $37,845 Kansas $37,655 Louisiana $37,600 North Carolina $37,580 Missouri $37,572 Florida $37,418 Montana $37,335 Nebraska $37,256

Kentucky $37,212 South Carolina $37,054 Tennessee $36,955 Idaho $36,915 New Mexico $36,627 Oklahoma $36,563 Alabama $36,330 South Dakota $35,939

Arkansas $35,725 West Virginia $35,610 Mississippi $35,266

Top Paying Cities for Air Quality Technicians

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: $39,867
Little Creek: $40,159
Magnolia: $40,101

Lincoln, DE $39,867 Little Creek, DE $40,159 Magnolia, DE $40,101 Milford, DE $39,968 Marydel, DE $40,034 Millsboro, DE $39,700 Millville, DE $39,761 Milton, DE $39,830

Nassau, DE $39,859 Ocean View, DE $39,754 Rehoboth Beach, DE $39,831 Seaford, DE $39,853 Selbyville, DE $39,688 Smyrna, DE $40,187 Viola, DE $40,002 Woodside, DE $40,109

Bear, DE $40,017 Newark, DE $40,002 Claymont, DE $40,083 Delaware City, DE $40,041 Hockessin, DE $39,998 Kirkwood, DE $40,034 Middletown, DE $40,049 Montchanin, DE $40,007

New Castle, DE $40,013 Odessa, DE $40,069 Port Penn, DE $40,096 Rockland, DE $40,011 Saint Georges, DE $40,037 Townsend, DE $40,098 Winterthur, DE $40,016 Lewes, DE $39,845

Wilmington, DE $40,000 Dover, DE $40,159 Dover Afb, DE $39,947 Bethany Beach, DE $39,712 Bethel, DE $39,754 Bridgeville, DE $39,847 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,046 Cheswold, DE $40,146

Clayton, DE $40,147 Dagsboro, DE $39,685 Delmar, DE $39,621 Ellendale, DE $39,741 Felton, DE $39,965 Fenwick Island, DE $39,693 Frankford, DE $39,624 Frederica, DE $40,005

Georgetown, DE $39,670 Greenwood, DE $39,854 Harbeson, DE $39,712 Harrington, DE $39,915 Hartly, DE $40,039 Houston, DE $39,858 Kenton, DE $40,149 Laurel, DE $39,646

Yorklyn, DE $40,010

Air Quality Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Air Quality Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Air Quality Technician positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Air Quality Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Air Quality Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$48,057	$23.0	20%
Business Services	$44,052	$21.0	10%

Air Quality Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Air Quality Technician'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

$36,199

Average $40,047/year

$42,977

$3,017

Average $3,337/month

$3,581

$696

Average $770/week

$826

$17

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,977	$3,581	$826	$21
Average	$40,047	$3,337	$770	$19
25th Percentile	$36,199	$3,017	$696	$17

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