What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Contractor'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 Electrical Contractor?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Electrical Contractor roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Electrical Contractor's salary?

An Electrical Contractor's salary grows with experience: an Electric/Electronics Technician I (1-3 years)earns $59,514, an Electrical Contractor (3-5 years)earns $66,954, an Electric/Electronics Technician III (5-7 years)earns $74,146,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Contractor?

Electrical Contractor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Contractor roles are District of Columbia $72,658, California $72,382, Massachusetts $71,418. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Contractor roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Contractor level roles vary by specialization: Contractor Sales: $101,459; Mechanical Contractor: $96,966; Tile Contractor: $81,159; Builder Contractor: $73,277; engineering contractor: $70,567.

Electrical Contractor Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Contractor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Contractor in Delaware is $66,457 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,669
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,298 to $72,325
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,781

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Electrical Contractor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,325	$6,027	$1,391	$35
Average	$66,457	$5,538	$1,278	$32
25th Percentile	$59,298	$4,942	$1,140	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Contractor Salaries

An Electrical Contractor'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 Electrical Contractor 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 Electrical Contractors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $72,658.
California: $72,382.
Massachusetts: $71,418.

District of Columbia $72,658 California $72,382 Massachusetts $71,418 Washington $71,155 New Jersey $71,129 Alaska $71,037 Connecticut $70,132 New York $69,764

Hawaii $68,589 Rhode Island $68,038 Maryland $67,664 Minnesota $67,152 Colorado $66,955 Illinois $66,890 Oregon $66,640 Delaware $66,457

New Hampshire $66,341 Virginia $66,083 Pennsylvania $65,328 Nevada $64,947 North Dakota $64,823 Michigan $64,626 Wisconsin $64,554 Vermont $64,409

Texas $64,009 Maine $63,983 Arizona $63,943 Ohio $63,897 Georgia $63,294 Indiana $62,992 Wyoming $62,933 Utah $62,841

Iowa $62,801 Kansas $62,486 Louisiana $62,395 North Carolina $62,362 Missouri $62,349 Florida $62,093 Montana $61,955 Nebraska $61,824

Kentucky $61,751 South Carolina $61,489 Tennessee $61,325 Idaho $61,259 New Mexico $60,780 Oklahoma $60,675 Alabama $60,288 South Dakota $59,638

Arkansas $59,284 West Virginia $59,094 Mississippi $58,523

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Contractors

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: $66,157
Little Creek: $66,642
Magnolia: $66,546

Lincoln, DE $66,157 Little Creek, DE $66,642 Magnolia, DE $66,546 Milford, DE $66,325 Marydel, DE $66,434 Millsboro, DE $65,880 Millville, DE $65,982 Milton, DE $66,096

Nassau, DE $66,144 Ocean View, DE $65,970 Rehoboth Beach, DE $66,097 Seaford, DE $66,134 Selbyville, DE $65,861 Smyrna, DE $66,688 Viola, DE $66,380 Woodside, DE $66,559

Bear, DE $66,405 Newark, DE $66,380 Claymont, DE $66,516 Delaware City, DE $66,447 Hockessin, DE $66,375 Kirkwood, DE $66,434 Middletown, DE $66,460 Montchanin, DE $66,390

New Castle, DE $66,400 Odessa, DE $66,493 Port Penn, DE $66,537 Rockland, DE $66,396 Saint Georges, DE $66,439 Townsend, DE $66,541 Winterthur, DE $66,404 Lewes, DE $66,121

Wilmington, DE $66,378 Dover, DE $66,642 Dover Afb, DE $66,291 Bethany Beach, DE $65,901 Bethel, DE $65,969 Bridgeville, DE $66,125 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,454 Cheswold, DE $66,620

Clayton, DE $66,622 Dagsboro, DE $65,855 Delmar, DE $65,749 Ellendale, DE $65,949 Felton, DE $66,320 Fenwick Island, DE $65,869 Frankford, DE $65,754 Frederica, DE $66,386

Georgetown, DE $65,830 Greenwood, DE $66,135 Harbeson, DE $65,900 Harrington, DE $66,236 Hartly, DE $66,442 Houston, DE $66,142 Kenton, DE $66,625 Laurel, DE $65,791

Yorklyn, DE $66,394

Electrical Contractor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Electrical Contractor 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 Construction and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Electrical Contractor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Electrical Contractor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Electrical Contractor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$79,748	$38.0	20%
Insurance	$76,425	$37.0	15%
MFG Nondurable	$74,431	$36.0	12%
Business Services	$73,102	$35.0	10%
Media	$71,109	$34.0	7%

Electrical Contractor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Contractor'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

$59,298

Average $66,457/year

$72,325

$4,942

Average $5,538/month

$6,027

$1,140

Average $1,278/week

$1,391

$29

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,325	$6,027	$1,391	$35
Average	$66,457	$5,538	$1,278	$32
25th Percentile	$59,298	$4,942	$1,140	$29

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