What are the main factors that influence an Airframe 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 Airframe Technician?

The Government industry offers the highest average compensation for Airframe Technician roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Airframe Technician's salary?

An Airframe Technician's salary grows with experience: an Airframe Technician (0-2 years)earns $51,079, an Admissions Evaluator (2-4 years)earns $56,587, an Admissions Manager (4-5 years)earns $67,827, an Admissions Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $78,392, an Admissions Director (5+ years)earns $108,814,

What are the highest paying states for an Airframe Technician?

Airframe Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Airframe Technician roles are District of Columbia $55,264, California $55,054, Massachusetts $54,321. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Airframe Technician roles make?

Salaries for Airframe Technician level roles vary by specialization: Airframe and Power Plant Technician: $130,202; Airframe and Engine Mechanic Supervisor: $98,915; Airframe Design Engineer: $90,549; Or Technician: $87,067; Airframe and Engine Mechanic III: $75,121.

Airframe Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does an Airframe Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Airframe Technician in Delaware is $50,547 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,144
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,888 to $57,141
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,915

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Airframe Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,141	$4,762	$1,099	$27
Average	$50,547	$4,212	$972	$24
25th Percentile	$42,888	$3,574	$825	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Airframe Technician Salaries

An Airframe 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 Airframe Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Airframe 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): $51,079
Early Career (1-2 years): $56,587
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,827
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,392
Expert (over 8 years): $108,814

Levels	Salary
Airframe ... Level Airframe Technician	$51,079
Admission... Level Airframe Technician	$56,587
Admission... Level Airframe Technician	$67,827
Admission... Level Airframe Technician	$78,392
Admission... Level Airframe Technician	$108,814

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

District of Columbia: $55,264.
California: $55,054.
Massachusetts: $54,321.

District of Columbia $55,264 California $55,054 Massachusetts $54,321 Washington $54,121 New Jersey $54,101 Alaska $54,031 Connecticut $53,342 New York $53,063

Hawaii $52,169 Rhode Island $51,750 Maryland $51,466 Minnesota $51,076 Colorado $50,926 Illinois $50,877 Oregon $50,687 Delaware $50,547

New Hampshire $50,459 Virginia $50,263 Pennsylvania $49,689 Nevada $49,399 North Dakota $49,304 Michigan $49,155 Wisconsin $49,100 Vermont $48,990

Texas $48,685 Maine $48,665 Arizona $48,635 Ohio $48,600 Georgia $48,141 Indiana $47,912 Wyoming $47,867 Utah $47,797

Iowa $47,767 Kansas $47,527 Louisiana $47,457 North Carolina $47,433 Missouri $47,423 Florida $47,228 Montana $47,123 Nebraska $47,023

Kentucky $46,968 South Carolina $46,769 Tennessee $46,644 Idaho $46,594 New Mexico $46,230 Oklahoma $46,150 Alabama $45,855 South Dakota $45,361

Arkansas $45,092 West Virginia $44,947 Mississippi $44,513

Top Paying Cities for Airframe 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: $50,319
Little Creek: $50,688
Magnolia: $50,615

Lincoln, DE $50,319 Little Creek, DE $50,688 Magnolia, DE $50,615 Milford, DE $50,447 Marydel, DE $50,530 Millsboro, DE $50,108 Millville, DE $50,186 Milton, DE $50,273

Nassau, DE $50,309 Ocean View, DE $50,177 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,274 Seaford, DE $50,302 Selbyville, DE $50,094 Smyrna, DE $50,723 Viola, DE $50,489 Woodside, DE $50,625

Bear, DE $50,508 Newark, DE $50,489 Claymont, DE $50,593 Delaware City, DE $50,540 Hockessin, DE $50,485 Kirkwood, DE $50,530 Middletown, DE $50,550 Montchanin, DE $50,496

New Castle, DE $50,504 Odessa, DE $50,575 Port Penn, DE $50,608 Rockland, DE $50,501 Saint Georges, DE $50,534 Townsend, DE $50,611 Winterthur, DE $50,507 Lewes, DE $50,292

Wilmington, DE $50,487 Dover, DE $50,688 Dover Afb, DE $50,421 Bethany Beach, DE $50,124 Bethel, DE $50,176 Bridgeville, DE $50,295 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,545 Cheswold, DE $50,671

Clayton, DE $50,673 Dagsboro, DE $50,089 Delmar, DE $50,009 Ellendale, DE $50,161 Felton, DE $50,443 Fenwick Island, DE $50,100 Frankford, DE $50,013 Frederica, DE $50,493

Georgetown, DE $50,070 Greenwood, DE $50,303 Harbeson, DE $50,124 Harrington, DE $50,379 Hartly, DE $50,536 Houston, DE $50,308 Kenton, DE $50,675 Laurel, DE $50,040

Yorklyn, DE $50,500

Airframe Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Airframe Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 15% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Airframe Technician positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Airframe Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Airframe Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$55,602	$27.0	10%

Airframe Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Airframe 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.

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$42,888

Average $50,547/year

$57,141

$3,574

Average $4,212/month

$4,762

$825

Average $972/week

$1,099

$21

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,141	$4,762	$1,099	$27
Average	$50,547	$4,212	$972	$24
25th Percentile	$42,888	$3,574	$825	$21

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