What are the main factors that influence a Calibration Lab 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 Calibration Lab Technician?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Calibration Lab Technician roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Calibration Lab Technician's salary?

A Calibration Lab Technician's salary grows with experience: a Calibration Technician I (1-3 years)earns $61,878, a Calibration Technician II (3-5 years)earns $68,543, a Calibration Lab Technician (5-7 years)earns $84,370, a Calibration Supervisor (7+ years)earns $111,281,

What are the highest paying states for a Calibration Lab Technician?

Calibration Lab Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Calibration Lab Technician roles are District of Columbia $91,376, California $91,030, Massachusetts $89,816. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Calibration Lab Technician roles make?

Salaries for Calibration Lab Technician level roles vary by specialization: Calibration Lab Manager: $120,375; Senior Calibration Technician: $83,170; Calibration Technician IV: $78,105; Calibration Technician: $68,949; Field Calibration Technician: $67,870.

Calibration Lab Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Calibration Lab Technician make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Calibration Lab Technician in Delaware is $83,577 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,388
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,165 to $90,806
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,774

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Calibration Lab Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,806	$7,567	$1,746	$44
Average	$83,577	$6,965	$1,607	$40
25th Percentile	$72,165	$6,014	$1,388	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Calibration Lab Technician Salaries

A Calibration Lab 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 Do Calibration Lab 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 Calibration Lab Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,376.
California: $91,030.
Massachusetts: $89,816.

District of Columbia $91,376 California $91,030 Massachusetts $89,816 Washington $89,486 New Jersey $89,453 Alaska $89,338 Connecticut $88,199 New York $87,737

Hawaii $86,259 Rhode Island $85,566 Maryland $85,096 Minnesota $84,452 Colorado $84,204 Illinois $84,122 Oregon $83,808 Delaware $83,577

New Hampshire $83,432 Virginia $83,107 Pennsylvania $82,158 Nevada $81,679 North Dakota $81,522 Michigan $81,275 Wisconsin $81,184 Vermont $81,002

Texas $80,499 Maine $80,466 Arizona $80,416 Ohio $80,359 Georgia $79,599 Indiana $79,220 Wyoming $79,145 Utah $79,030

Iowa $78,980 Kansas $78,584 Louisiana $78,469 North Carolina $78,427 Missouri $78,411 Florida $78,089 Montana $77,916 Nebraska $77,751

Kentucky $77,660 South Carolina $77,330 Tennessee $77,123 Idaho $77,041 New Mexico $76,438 Oklahoma $76,306 Alabama $75,819 South Dakota $75,002

Arkansas $74,557 West Virginia $74,317 Mississippi $73,599

Top Paying Cities for Calibration Lab 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: $83,201
Little Creek: $83,810
Magnolia: $83,689

Lincoln, DE $83,201 Little Creek, DE $83,810 Magnolia, DE $83,689 Milford, DE $83,412 Marydel, DE $83,549 Millsboro, DE $82,852 Millville, DE $82,980 Milton, DE $83,123

Nassau, DE $83,184 Ocean View, DE $82,966 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,125 Seaford, DE $83,172 Selbyville, DE $82,828 Smyrna, DE $83,868 Viola, DE $83,481 Woodside, DE $83,706

Bear, DE $83,513 Newark, DE $83,481 Claymont, DE $83,652 Delaware City, DE $83,565 Hockessin, DE $83,474 Kirkwood, DE $83,549 Middletown, DE $83,581 Montchanin, DE $83,493

New Castle, DE $83,505 Odessa, DE $83,623 Port Penn, DE $83,679 Rockland, DE $83,501 Saint Georges, DE $83,555 Townsend, DE $83,684 Winterthur, DE $83,511 Lewes, DE $83,155

Wilmington, DE $83,478 Dover, DE $83,810 Dover Afb, DE $83,368 Bethany Beach, DE $82,878 Bethel, DE $82,964 Bridgeville, DE $83,160 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,574 Cheswold, DE $83,783

Clayton, DE $83,785 Dagsboro, DE $82,820 Delmar, DE $82,688 Ellendale, DE $82,938 Felton, DE $83,406 Fenwick Island, DE $82,839 Frankford, DE $82,694 Frederica, DE $83,488

Georgetown, DE $82,789 Greenwood, DE $83,173 Harbeson, DE $82,877 Harrington, DE $83,300 Hartly, DE $83,559 Houston, DE $83,181 Kenton, DE $83,789 Laurel, DE $82,740

Yorklyn, DE $83,499

Calibration Lab Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Calibration Lab Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Calibration Lab Technician positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Calibration Lab Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Calibration Lab Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$91,935	$44.0	10%

Calibration Lab Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Calibration Lab 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 August 01, 2026

$72,165

Average $83,577/year

$90,806

$6,014

Average $6,965/month

$7,567

$1,388

Average $1,607/week

$1,746

$35

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,806	$7,567	$1,746	$44
Average	$83,577	$6,965	$1,607	$40
25th Percentile	$72,165	$6,014	$1,388	$35

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