What are the main factors that influence a Custodial Worker's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Custodial Worker's salary?

A Custodial Worker's salary grows with experience: a Custodial Worker (0-1 years)earns $31,350, a Housekeeping Supervisor (1-3 years)earns $40,836, a Housekeeping Manager (3-5 years)earns $72,080, a Head of Housekeeping (5+ years)earns $102,443,

What are the highest paying states for a Custodial Worker?

Custodial Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Custodial Worker roles are District of Columbia $34,099, California $33,969, Massachusetts $33,517. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Custodial Worker roles make?

Salaries for Custodial Worker level roles vary by specialization: Custodial Floater: $78,155; Custodial Manager: $78,100; Custodial Technician: $51,026; Custodial Lead: $50,513; Custodial Supervisor: $49,800.

Custodial Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Custodial Worker make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Custodial Worker in Delaware is $31,188 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $15.

However, a Custodial Worker's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $36,040
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $28,861 to $33,728
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $26,741

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Custodial Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,728	$2,811	$649	$16
Average	$31,188	$2,599	$600	$15
25th Percentile	$28,861	$2,405	$555	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Custodial Worker Salaries

A Custodial Worker'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 Custodial Worker 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 Custodial Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $34,099.
California: $33,969.
Massachusetts: $33,517.

District of Columbia $34,099 California $33,969 Massachusetts $33,517 Washington $33,393 New Jersey $33,381 Alaska $33,338 Connecticut $32,913 New York $32,741

Hawaii $32,189 Rhode Island $31,931 Maryland $31,755 Minnesota $31,515 Colorado $31,422 Illinois $31,392 Oregon $31,275 Delaware $31,188

New Hampshire $31,134 Virginia $31,013 Pennsylvania $30,659 Nevada $30,480 North Dakota $30,421 Michigan $30,329 Wisconsin $30,295 Vermont $30,227

Texas $30,040 Maine $30,027 Arizona $30,009 Ohio $29,987 Georgia $29,704 Indiana $29,562 Wyoming $29,535 Utah $29,491

Iowa $29,473 Kansas $29,325 Louisiana $29,282 North Carolina $29,267 Missouri $29,260 Florida $29,140 Montana $29,076 Nebraska $29,014

Kentucky $28,980 South Carolina $28,857 Tennessee $28,780 Idaho $28,749 New Mexico $28,524 Oklahoma $28,475 Alabama $28,293 South Dakota $27,988

Arkansas $27,822 West Virginia $27,733 Mississippi $27,465

Top Paying Cities for Custodial Workers

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: $31,048
Little Creek: $31,275
Magnolia: $31,230

Lincoln, DE $31,048 Little Creek, DE $31,275 Magnolia, DE $31,230 Milford, DE $31,127 Marydel, DE $31,178 Millsboro, DE $30,918 Millville, DE $30,965 Milton, DE $31,019

Nassau, DE $31,041 Ocean View, DE $30,960 Rehoboth Beach, DE $31,020 Seaford, DE $31,037 Selbyville, DE $30,909 Smyrna, DE $31,297 Viola, DE $31,153 Woodside, DE $31,236

Bear, DE $31,164 Newark, DE $31,153 Claymont, DE $31,216 Delaware City, DE $31,184 Hockessin, DE $31,150 Kirkwood, DE $31,178 Middletown, DE $31,190 Montchanin, DE $31,157

New Castle, DE $31,162 Odessa, DE $31,205 Port Penn, DE $31,226 Rockland, DE $31,160 Saint Georges, DE $31,180 Townsend, DE $31,228 Winterthur, DE $31,164 Lewes, DE $31,031

Wilmington, DE $31,151 Dover, DE $31,275 Dover Afb, DE $31,110 Bethany Beach, DE $30,927 Bethel, DE $30,960 Bridgeville, DE $31,032 Camden Wyoming, DE $31,187 Cheswold, DE $31,265

Clayton, DE $31,266 Dagsboro, DE $30,906 Delmar, DE $30,856 Ellendale, DE $30,950 Felton, DE $31,124 Fenwick Island, DE $30,913 Frankford, DE $30,859 Frederica, DE $31,155

Georgetown, DE $30,894 Greenwood, DE $31,037 Harbeson, DE $30,927 Harrington, DE $31,085 Hartly, DE $31,182 Houston, DE $31,040 Kenton, DE $31,267 Laurel, DE $30,876

Yorklyn, DE $31,159

Custodial Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Custodial Worker'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 June 01, 2026

$28,861

Average $31,188/year

$33,728

$2,405

Average $2,599/month

$2,811

$555

Average $600/week

$649

$14

Average $15/hour

$16

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$33,728	$2,811	$649	$16
Average	$31,188	$2,599	$600	$15
25th Percentile	$28,861	$2,405	$555	$14

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