What are the main factors that influence a Field Support 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 Field Support Technician?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Field Support Technician roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Field Support Technician's salary?

A Field Support Technician's salary grows with experience: a Hydraulic Technician (0-1 years)earns $56,641, a Hydraulic Technician, Sr. (1-3 years)earns $67,768, a Field Support Technician (3-5 years)earns $76,912,

What are the highest paying states for a Field Support Technician?

Field Support Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Field Support Technician roles are District of Columbia $83,368, California $83,051, Massachusetts $81,945. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Field Support Technician roles make?

Salaries for Field Support Technician level roles vary by specialization: Field Service Technician V: $91,913; Field Service Technician IV: $79,103; Electro/Mechanical Equipment Field Support Technician IV: $76,800; Electro/Mechanical Equipment Field Support Technician III: $70,000; Field Service Technician III: $69,861.

Field Support Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Field Support Technician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Field Support Technician in Delaware is $76,252 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,133
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,748 to $84,041
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,095

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Field Support Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,041	$7,003	$1,616	$40
Average	$76,252	$6,354	$1,466	$37
25th Percentile	$66,748	$5,562	$1,284	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Field Support Technician Salaries

A Field Support 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 Field Support 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 Field Support Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $83,368.
California: $83,051.
Massachusetts: $81,945.

District of Columbia $83,368 California $83,051 Massachusetts $81,945 Washington $81,643 New Jersey $81,613 Alaska $81,508 Connecticut $80,469 New York $80,047

Hawaii $78,699 Rhode Island $78,067 Maryland $77,638 Minnesota $77,050 Colorado $76,824 Illinois $76,749 Oregon $76,463 Delaware $76,252

New Hampshire $76,120 Virginia $75,823 Pennsylvania $74,957 Nevada $74,520 North Dakota $74,377 Michigan $74,151 Wisconsin $74,069 Vermont $73,903

Texas $73,444 Maine $73,414 Arizona $73,368 Ohio $73,316 Georgia $72,623 Indiana $72,277 Wyoming $72,209 Utah $72,103

Iowa $72,058 Kansas $71,697 Louisiana $71,591 North Carolina $71,554 Missouri $71,539 Florida $71,245 Montana $71,087 Nebraska $70,936

Kentucky $70,853 South Carolina $70,552 Tennessee $70,364 Idaho $70,289 New Mexico $69,739 Oklahoma $69,619 Alabama $69,174 South Dakota $68,429

Arkansas $68,022 West Virginia $67,804 Mississippi $67,149

Top Paying Cities for Field Support 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: $75,909
Little Creek: $76,464
Magnolia: $76,355

Lincoln, DE $75,909 Little Creek, DE $76,464 Magnolia, DE $76,355 Milford, DE $76,102 Marydel, DE $76,227 Millsboro, DE $75,590 Millville, DE $75,707 Milton, DE $75,838

Nassau, DE $75,893 Ocean View, DE $75,694 Rehoboth Beach, DE $75,840 Seaford, DE $75,882 Selbyville, DE $75,568 Smyrna, DE $76,517 Viola, DE $76,165 Woodside, DE $76,370

Bear, DE $76,193 Newark, DE $76,165 Claymont, DE $76,321 Delaware City, DE $76,241 Hockessin, DE $76,158 Kirkwood, DE $76,227 Middletown, DE $76,256 Montchanin, DE $76,175

New Castle, DE $76,187 Odessa, DE $76,294 Port Penn, DE $76,345 Rockland, DE $76,183 Saint Georges, DE $76,232 Townsend, DE $76,349 Winterthur, DE $76,192 Lewes, DE $75,867

Wilmington, DE $76,162 Dover, DE $76,464 Dover Afb, DE $76,062 Bethany Beach, DE $75,614 Bethel, DE $75,693 Bridgeville, DE $75,871 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,249 Cheswold, DE $76,440

Clayton, DE $76,442 Dagsboro, DE $75,562 Delmar, DE $75,440 Ellendale, DE $75,669 Felton, DE $76,096 Fenwick Island, DE $75,578 Frankford, DE $75,446 Frederica, DE $76,171

Georgetown, DE $75,533 Greenwood, DE $75,883 Harbeson, DE $75,614 Harrington, DE $75,999 Hartly, DE $76,236 Houston, DE $75,891 Kenton, DE $76,446 Laurel, DE $75,488

Yorklyn, DE $76,181

Field Support Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Field Support Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Field Support Technician positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Field Support Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Field Support Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$95,315	$46.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$83,877	$40.0	10%
Software & Networking	$83,877	$40.0	10%
Healthcare	$80,065	$38.0	5%

Field Support Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Field Support 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 July 01, 2026

$66,748

Average $76,252/year

$84,041

$5,562

Average $6,354/month

$7,003

$1,284

Average $1,466/week

$1,616

$32

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,041	$7,003	$1,616	$40
Average	$76,252	$6,354	$1,466	$37
25th Percentile	$66,748	$5,562	$1,284	$32

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