What are the main factors that influence a Field Worker'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 Worker?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Field Worker roles, with salaries approximately 12% above the market median.

How does experience change A Field Worker's salary?

A Field Worker's salary grows with experience: a Field Operator I (0-1 years)earns $65,469, a Field Worker (1-3 years)earns $73,296, a Field Operator III (3-5 years)earns $90,190, a Field Operator IV (5-7 years)earns $99,584, a Field Operations Supervisor (7+ years)earns $117,601,

What are the highest paying states for a Field Worker?

Field Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Field Worker roles are District of Columbia $79,618, California $79,316, Massachusetts $78,259. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Field Worker roles make?

Salaries for Field Worker level roles vary by specialization: Field Crew Worker: $112,446; Field Based Community Health Worker: $64,161; Museum Research Worker: $61,926; Oil Field Worker: $61,185; Concrete Worker: $54,173.

Field Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Field Worker make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Field Worker in Delaware is $72,823 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,562
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,015 to $80,538
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,817

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Field Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,538	$6,711	$1,549	$39
Average	$72,823	$6,069	$1,400	$35
25th Percentile	$66,015	$5,501	$1,270	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Field Worker Salaries

A Field 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 Experience Level Affects Field Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Field Worker'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): $65,469
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,296
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,190
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,584
Expert (over 8 years): $117,601

Levels	Salary
Field Ope... Level Field Worker	$65,469
Field Wor... Level Field Worker	$73,296
Field Ope... Level Field Worker	$90,190
Field Ope... Level Field Worker	$99,584
Field Ope... Level Field Worker	$117,601

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How Do Field 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 Field Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,618.
California: $79,316.
Massachusetts: $78,259.

District of Columbia $79,618 California $79,316 Massachusetts $78,259 Washington $77,971 New Jersey $77,943 Alaska $77,842 Connecticut $76,850 New York $76,447

Hawaii $75,160 Rhode Island $74,556 Maryland $74,146 Minnesota $73,585 Colorado $73,369 Illinois $73,297 Oregon $73,024 Delaware $72,823

New Hampshire $72,696 Virginia $72,413 Pennsylvania $71,586 Nevada $71,169 North Dakota $71,032 Michigan $70,816 Wisconsin $70,737 Vermont $70,579

Texas $70,141 Maine $70,112 Arizona $70,069 Ohio $70,018 Georgia $69,357 Indiana $69,026 Wyoming $68,961 Utah $68,861

Iowa $68,817 Kansas $68,472 Louisiana $68,372 North Carolina $68,336 Missouri $68,321 Florida $68,041 Montana $67,890 Nebraska $67,746

Kentucky $67,667 South Carolina $67,379 Tennessee $67,199 Idaho $67,128 New Mexico $66,603 Oklahoma $66,488 Alabama $66,063 South Dakota $65,351

Arkansas $64,963 West Virginia $64,755 Mississippi $64,129

Top Paying Cities for Field 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: $72,495
Little Creek: $73,026
Magnolia: $72,921

Lincoln, DE $72,495 Little Creek, DE $73,026 Magnolia, DE $72,921 Milford, DE $72,679 Marydel, DE $72,798 Millsboro, DE $72,191 Millville, DE $72,302 Milton, DE $72,427

Nassau, DE $72,480 Ocean View, DE $72,290 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,429 Seaford, DE $72,470 Selbyville, DE $72,170 Smyrna, DE $73,076 Viola, DE $72,739 Woodside, DE $72,935

Bear, DE $72,767 Newark, DE $72,739 Claymont, DE $72,888 Delaware City, DE $72,812 Hockessin, DE $72,733 Kirkwood, DE $72,798 Middletown, DE $72,826 Montchanin, DE $72,749

New Castle, DE $72,760 Odessa, DE $72,862 Port Penn, DE $72,911 Rockland, DE $72,757 Saint Georges, DE $72,803 Townsend, DE $72,916 Winterthur, DE $72,765 Lewes, DE $72,455

Wilmington, DE $72,736 Dover, DE $73,026 Dover Afb, DE $72,641 Bethany Beach, DE $72,214 Bethel, DE $72,288 Bridgeville, DE $72,459 Camden Wyoming, DE $72,820 Cheswold, DE $73,002

Clayton, DE $73,004 Dagsboro, DE $72,163 Delmar, DE $72,048 Ellendale, DE $72,266 Felton, DE $72,673 Fenwick Island, DE $72,179 Frankford, DE $72,053 Frederica, DE $72,745

Georgetown, DE $72,136 Greenwood, DE $72,470 Harbeson, DE $72,213 Harrington, DE $72,581 Hartly, DE $72,807 Houston, DE $72,478 Kenton, DE $73,008 Laurel, DE $72,093

Yorklyn, DE $72,754

Field Worker Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Field Worker roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 24% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 12% above the average. In contrast, Field Worker positions in Financial Services or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Field Worker as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Field Worker

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$81,561	$39.0	12%
Construction	$80,105	$39.0	10%
Aerospace & Defense	$78,649	$38.0	8%
Retail & Wholesale	$77,920	$37.0	7%
Media	$77,192	$37.0	6%

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

Understanding how a Field 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 July 01, 2026

$66,015

Average $72,823/year

$80,538

$5,501

Average $6,069/month

$6,711

$1,270

Average $1,400/week

$1,549

$32

Average $35/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,538	$6,711	$1,549	$39
Average	$72,823	$6,069	$1,400	$35
25th Percentile	$66,015	$5,501	$1,270	$32

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