What are the main factors that influence a Drivers Ed Instructor's salary?

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

How does experience change a Drivers Ed Instructor's salary?

A Drivers Ed Instructor's salary grows with experience: starting around $60,242 for beginners, reaching about $63,124 at mid-level, and approach $65,814 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Drivers Ed Instructor?

Drivers Ed Instructor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Drivers Ed Instructor roles are District of Columbia $67,389, California $67,134, Massachusetts $66,239. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Drivers Ed Instructor roles make?

Salaries for Drivers Ed Instructor level roles vary by specialization: Pile Drivers: $83,861; Drivers Mate: $61,158; Adult Ed Instructor: $60,245; Drivers Education Instructor: $58,955; Flatbed Drivers: $55,212.

Drivers Ed Instructor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Drivers Ed Instructor make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drivers Ed Instructor in Delaware is $61,638 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Drivers Ed Instructor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,345
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,728 to $68,289
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,348

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Drivers Ed Instructor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,289	$5,691	$1,313	$33
Average	$61,638	$5,136	$1,185	$30
25th Percentile	$55,728	$4,644	$1,072	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Drivers Ed Instructor Salaries

A Drivers Ed Instructor'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 Drivers Ed Instructor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Drivers Ed Instructor'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): $60,242
Early Career (1-2 years): $61,227
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,124
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,599
Expert (over 8 years): $65,814

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Drivers Ed Instructor	$60,242
Intermediate Level Drivers Ed Instructor	$61,227
Senior Level Drivers Ed Instructor	$63,124
Specialist Level Drivers Ed Instructor	$65,599
Expert Level Drivers Ed Instructor	$65,814

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How Do Drivers Ed Instructor 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 Drivers Ed Instructors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,389.
California: $67,134.
Massachusetts: $66,239.

District of Columbia $67,389 California $67,134 Massachusetts $66,239 Washington $65,995 New Jersey $65,971 Alaska $65,886 Connecticut $65,046 New York $64,705

Hawaii $63,616 Rhode Island $63,104 Maryland $62,757 Minnesota $62,283 Colorado $62,100 Illinois $62,039 Oregon $61,808 Delaware $61,638

New Hampshire $61,530 Virginia $61,291 Pennsylvania $60,591 Nevada $60,238 North Dakota $60,122 Michigan $59,939 Wisconsin $59,873 Vermont $59,739

Texas $59,367 Maine $59,343 Arizona $59,306 Ohio $59,264 Georgia $58,704 Indiana $58,424 Wyoming $58,369 Utah $58,284

Iowa $58,247 Kansas $57,955 Louisiana $57,870 North Carolina $57,840 Missouri $57,827 Florida $57,590 Montana $57,462 Nebraska $57,341

Kentucky $57,274 South Carolina $57,030 Tennessee $56,878 Idaho $56,817 New Mexico $56,373 Oklahoma $56,275 Alabama $55,916 South Dakota $55,314

Arkansas $54,985 West Virginia $54,809 Mississippi $54,279

Top Paying Cities for Drivers Ed Instructors

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: $63,792
Little Creek: $63,202
Magnolia: $63,464

Lincoln, DE $63,792 Little Creek, DE $63,202 Magnolia, DE $63,464 Milford, DE $63,792 Marydel, DE $62,964 Millsboro, DE $63,792 Millville, DE $64,218 Milton, DE $63,792

Nassau, DE $63,792 Ocean View, DE $64,218 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,218 Seaford, DE $63,123 Selbyville, DE $64,218 Smyrna, DE $62,891 Viola, DE $63,464 Woodside, DE $63,281

Bear, DE $62,429 Newark, DE $62,453 Claymont, DE $62,502 Delaware City, DE $62,453 Hockessin, DE $62,502 Kirkwood, DE $62,453 Middletown, DE $62,764 Montchanin, DE $62,502

New Castle, DE $62,502 Odessa, DE $62,849 Port Penn, DE $62,283 Rockland, DE $62,502 Saint Georges, DE $62,453 Townsend, DE $62,757 Winterthur, DE $62,502 Lewes, DE $63,792

Wilmington, DE $62,502 Dover, DE $63,171 Dover Afb, DE $63,317 Bethany Beach, DE $64,218 Bethel, DE $63,123 Bridgeville, DE $63,792 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,238 Cheswold, DE $63,025

Clayton, DE $62,867 Dagsboro, DE $64,218 Delmar, DE $63,123 Ellendale, DE $63,792 Felton, DE $63,792 Fenwick Island, DE $64,218 Frankford, DE $64,218 Frederica, DE $63,792

Georgetown, DE $63,792 Greenwood, DE $63,792 Harbeson, DE $63,792 Harrington, DE $63,792 Hartly, DE $62,837 Houston, DE $63,792 Kenton, DE $62,867 Laurel, DE $63,123

Yorklyn, DE $62,502

Drivers Ed Instructor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Drivers Ed Instructor'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 January 01, 2026

$55,728

Average $61,638/year

$68,289

$4,644

Average $5,136/month

$5,691

$1,072

Average $1,185/week

$1,313

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,289	$5,691	$1,313	$33
Average	$61,638	$5,136	$1,185	$30
25th Percentile	$55,728	$4,644	$1,072	$27

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