What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Lineworker's salary?

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

How does experience change An Electrical Lineworker's salary?

An Electrical Lineworker's salary grows with experience: a Lineman Apprentice (0-1 years)earns $62,912, a Electrical Lineworker (1-3 years)earns $87,888, a Lineman, Senior (3-5 years)earns $107,505,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Lineworker?

Electrical Lineworker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Lineworker roles are District of Columbia $95,204, California $94,842, Massachusetts $93,578. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Lineworker roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Lineworker level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Foreman: $92,283; Apprentice Lineworker: $90,616; Journeyman Lineworker: $89,907; Lineworker: $89,181; Electrical Designer: $76,403.

Electrical Lineworker Salary in Delaware

How much does an Electrical Lineworker make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Lineworker in Delaware is $87,078 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,447
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,413 to $94,076
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,793

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Electrical Lineworker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,076	$7,840	$1,809	$45
Average	$87,078	$7,256	$1,675	$42
25th Percentile	$75,413	$6,284	$1,450	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Lineworker Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $95,204.
California: $94,842.
Massachusetts: $93,578.

District of Columbia $95,204 California $94,842 Massachusetts $93,578 Washington $93,235 New Jersey $93,200 Alaska $93,080 Connecticut $91,893 New York $91,412

Hawaii $89,872 Rhode Island $89,150 Maryland $88,660 Minnesota $87,989 Colorado $87,731 Illinois $87,645 Oregon $87,319 Delaware $87,078

New Hampshire $86,927 Virginia $86,588 Pennsylvania $85,599 Nevada $85,100 North Dakota $84,937 Michigan $84,679 Wisconsin $84,584 Vermont $84,395

Texas $83,871 Maine $83,836 Arizona $83,785 Ohio $83,724 Georgia $82,933 Indiana $82,538 Wyoming $82,460 Utah $82,340

Iowa $82,289 Kansas $81,876 Louisiana $81,755 North Carolina $81,712 Missouri $81,695 Florida $81,360 Montana $81,179 Nebraska $81,007

Kentucky $80,913 South Carolina $80,569 Tennessee $80,354 Idaho $80,268 New Mexico $79,640 Oklahoma $79,503 Alabama $78,995 South Dakota $78,144

Arkansas $77,680 West Virginia $77,430 Mississippi $76,682

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Lineworkers

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: $86,686
Little Creek: $87,320
Magnolia: $87,195

Lincoln, DE $86,686 Little Creek, DE $87,320 Magnolia, DE $87,195 Milford, DE $86,906 Marydel, DE $87,049 Millsboro, DE $86,322 Millville, DE $86,455 Milton, DE $86,605

Nassau, DE $86,668 Ocean View, DE $86,441 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,607 Seaford, DE $86,656 Selbyville, DE $86,297 Smyrna, DE $87,381 Viola, DE $86,978 Woodside, DE $87,212

Bear, DE $87,011 Newark, DE $86,978 Claymont, DE $87,156 Delaware City, DE $87,065 Hockessin, DE $86,970 Kirkwood, DE $87,049 Middletown, DE $87,082 Montchanin, DE $86,990

New Castle, DE $87,003 Odessa, DE $87,125 Port Penn, DE $87,184 Rockland, DE $86,999 Saint Georges, DE $87,055 Townsend, DE $87,189 Winterthur, DE $87,009 Lewes, DE $86,639

Wilmington, DE $86,975 Dover, DE $87,320 Dover Afb, DE $86,860 Bethany Beach, DE $86,350 Bethel, DE $86,439 Bridgeville, DE $86,643 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,074 Cheswold, DE $87,292

Clayton, DE $87,295 Dagsboro, DE $86,289 Delmar, DE $86,151 Ellendale, DE $86,412 Felton, DE $86,899 Fenwick Island, DE $86,308 Frankford, DE $86,158 Frederica, DE $86,985

Georgetown, DE $86,257 Greenwood, DE $86,657 Harbeson, DE $86,349 Harrington, DE $86,789 Hartly, DE $87,059 Houston, DE $86,665 Kenton, DE $87,299 Laurel, DE $86,205

Yorklyn, DE $86,996

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

Understanding how an Electrical Lineworker'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 May 01, 2026

$75,413

Average $87,078/year

$94,076

$6,284

Average $7,256/month

$7,840

$1,450

Average $1,675/week

$1,809

$36

Average $42/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,076	$7,840	$1,809	$45
Average	$87,078	$7,256	$1,675	$42
25th Percentile	$75,413	$6,284	$1,450	$36

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