What are the main factors that influence a Land Agent'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 Land Agent?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Land Agent roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Land Agent's salary?

A Land Agent's salary grows with experience: a Landman I (0-2 years)earns $94,183, a Landman II (2-4 years)earns $112,652, a Land Agent (4-7 years)earns $148,901, a Landman IV (7+ years)earns $178,716, a Landman V (7-10 years)earns $224,704,

What are the highest paying states for a Land Agent?

Land Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Land Agent roles are District of Columbia $161,981, California $161,367, Massachusetts $159,216. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Land Agent roles make?

Salaries for Land Agent level roles vary by specialization: Land Executive: $323,200; Land Support Agent Supervisor: $101,058; ROW Agent: $100,930; Right of Way Agent: $100,929; Land Manager: $100,782.

Land Agent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Land Agent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Land Agent in Delaware is $148,156 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $167,799
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,430 to $158,438
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $127,665

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Land Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,438	$13,203	$3,047	$76
Average	$148,156	$12,346	$2,849	$71
25th Percentile	$137,430	$11,453	$2,643	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Land Agent Salaries

A Land Agent'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 Land Agent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Land Agent'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): $94,183
Early Career (1-2 years): $112,652
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $148,901
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $178,716
Expert (over 8 years): $224,704

Levels	Salary
Landman I... Level Land Agent	$94,183
Landman I... Level Land Agent	$112,652
Land Agen... Level Land Agent	$148,901
Landman I... Level Land Agent	$178,716
Landman V... Level Land Agent	$224,704

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How Do Land Agent 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 Land Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $161,981.
California: $161,367.
Massachusetts: $159,216.

District of Columbia $161,981 California $161,367 Massachusetts $159,216 Washington $158,631 New Jersey $158,572 Alaska $158,368 Connecticut $156,349 New York $155,529

Hawaii $152,911 Rhode Island $151,682 Maryland $150,848 Minnesota $149,707 Colorado $149,268 Illinois $149,122 Oregon $148,566 Delaware $148,156

New Hampshire $147,899 Virginia $147,322 Pennsylvania $145,640 Nevada $144,791 North Dakota $144,513 Michigan $144,074 Wisconsin $143,913 Vermont $143,591

Texas $142,699 Maine $142,641 Arizona $142,553 Ohio $142,450 Georgia $141,104 Indiana $140,431 Wyoming $140,300 Utah $140,095

Iowa $140,007 Kansas $139,305 Louisiana $139,100 North Carolina $139,027 Missouri $138,998 Florida $138,427 Montana $138,120 Nebraska $137,827

Kentucky $137,666 South Carolina $137,081 Tennessee $136,715 Idaho $136,569 New Mexico $135,501 Oklahoma $135,267 Alabama $134,404 South Dakota $132,956

Arkansas $132,166 West Virginia $131,741 Mississippi $130,469

Top Paying Cities for Land Agents

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: $147,489
Little Creek: $148,569
Magnolia: $148,355

Lincoln, DE $147,489 Little Creek, DE $148,569 Magnolia, DE $148,355 Milford, DE $147,863 Marydel, DE $148,106 Millsboro, DE $146,870 Millville, DE $147,097 Milton, DE $147,351

Nassau, DE $147,458 Ocean View, DE $147,072 Rehoboth Beach, DE $147,354 Seaford, DE $147,438 Selbyville, DE $146,828 Smyrna, DE $148,671 Viola, DE $147,986 Woodside, DE $148,384

Bear, DE $148,042 Newark, DE $147,986 Claymont, DE $148,289 Delaware City, DE $148,134 Hockessin, DE $147,973 Kirkwood, DE $148,106 Middletown, DE $148,163 Montchanin, DE $148,007

New Castle, DE $148,029 Odessa, DE $148,236 Port Penn, DE $148,336 Rockland, DE $148,021 Saint Georges, DE $148,116 Townsend, DE $148,345 Winterthur, DE $148,039 Lewes, DE $147,408

Wilmington, DE $147,980 Dover, DE $148,569 Dover Afb, DE $147,786 Bethany Beach, DE $146,917 Bethel, DE $147,069 Bridgeville, DE $147,416 Camden Wyoming, DE $148,150 Cheswold, DE $148,520

Clayton, DE $148,525 Dagsboro, DE $146,814 Delmar, DE $146,579 Ellendale, DE $147,024 Felton, DE $147,852 Fenwick Island, DE $146,847 Frankford, DE $146,591 Frederica, DE $147,998

Georgetown, DE $146,759 Greenwood, DE $147,439 Harbeson, DE $146,915 Harrington, DE $147,664 Hartly, DE $148,124 Houston, DE $147,454 Kenton, DE $148,532 Laurel, DE $146,671

Yorklyn, DE $148,017

Land Agent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Land Agent roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Land Agent positions in Transportation or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Land Agent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Land Agent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$207,418	$100.0	40%
Financial Services	$177,787	$85.0	20%
Construction	$162,972	$78.0	10%

Land Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Land Agent'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.

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$137,430

Average $148,156/year

$158,438

$11,453

Average $12,346/month

$13,203

$2,643

Average $2,849/week

$3,047

$66

Average $71/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,438	$13,203	$3,047	$76
Average	$148,156	$12,346	$2,849	$71
25th Percentile	$137,430	$11,453	$2,643	$66

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