What are the main factors that influence a Mover'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 Mover?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Mover roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Mover's salary?

A Mover's salary grows with experience: starting around $45,157 for beginners, reaching about $47,573 at mid-level, and approach $48,249 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Mover?

Mover salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mover roles are District of Columbia $49,726, California $49,538, Massachusetts $48,878. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mover roles make?

Salaries for Mover level roles vary by specialization: Residential Mover: $53,937; Mover Laborer: $44,900; Professional Mover: $44,145; Furniture Mover: $43,906; Mover and Driver: $42,571.

Mover Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mover make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mover in Delaware is $45,482 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,287
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,140 to $50,614
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,097

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Mover Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,614	$4,218	$973	$24
Average	$45,482	$3,790	$875	$22
25th Percentile	$42,140	$3,512	$810	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Mover Salaries

A Mover'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 Mover Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mover'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): $45,157
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,714
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,573
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,826
Expert (over 8 years): $48,249

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Mover	$45,157
Intermediate Level Mover	$45,714
Senior Level Mover	$47,573
Specialist Level Mover	$47,826
Expert Level Mover	$48,249

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

District of Columbia: $49,726.
California: $49,538.
Massachusetts: $48,878.

District of Columbia $49,726 California $49,538 Massachusetts $48,878 Washington $48,698 New Jersey $48,680 Alaska $48,617 Connecticut $47,997 New York $47,746

Hawaii $46,942 Rhode Island $46,565 Maryland $46,309 Minnesota $45,958 Colorado $45,824 Illinois $45,779 Oregon $45,608 Delaware $45,482

New Hampshire $45,403 Virginia $45,226 Pennsylvania $44,710 Nevada $44,449 North Dakota $44,364 Michigan $44,229 Wisconsin $44,180 Vermont $44,081

Texas $43,807 Maine $43,789 Arizona $43,762 Ohio $43,731 Georgia $43,318 Indiana $43,111 Wyoming $43,071 Utah $43,008

Iowa $42,981 Kansas $42,765 Louisiana $42,702 North Carolina $42,680 Missouri $42,671 Florida $42,496 Montana $42,401 Nebraska $42,312

Kentucky $42,262 South Carolina $42,082 Tennessee $41,970 Idaho $41,925 New Mexico $41,597 Oklahoma $41,526 Alabama $41,261 South Dakota $40,816

Arkansas $40,573 West Virginia $40,443 Mississippi $40,052

Top Paying Cities for Movers

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: $45,277
Little Creek: $45,609
Magnolia: $45,543

Lincoln, DE $45,277 Little Creek, DE $45,609 Magnolia, DE $45,543 Milford, DE $45,392 Marydel, DE $45,467 Millsboro, DE $45,088 Millville, DE $45,157 Milton, DE $45,235

Nassau, DE $45,268 Ocean View, DE $45,149 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,236 Seaford, DE $45,262 Selbyville, DE $45,074 Smyrna, DE $45,640 Viola, DE $45,430 Woodside, DE $45,552

Bear, DE $45,447 Newark, DE $45,430 Claymont, DE $45,523 Delaware City, DE $45,476 Hockessin, DE $45,426 Kirkwood, DE $45,467 Middletown, DE $45,485 Montchanin, DE $45,436

New Castle, DE $45,443 Odessa, DE $45,507 Port Penn, DE $45,538 Rockland, DE $45,441 Saint Georges, DE $45,470 Townsend, DE $45,540 Winterthur, DE $45,446 Lewes, DE $45,253

Wilmington, DE $45,428 Dover, DE $45,609 Dover Afb, DE $45,369 Bethany Beach, DE $45,102 Bethel, DE $45,149 Bridgeville, DE $45,255 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,480 Cheswold, DE $45,594

Clayton, DE $45,595 Dagsboro, DE $45,070 Delmar, DE $44,998 Ellendale, DE $45,135 Felton, DE $45,389 Fenwick Island, DE $45,080 Frankford, DE $45,002 Frederica, DE $45,434

Georgetown, DE $45,053 Greenwood, DE $45,262 Harbeson, DE $45,101 Harrington, DE $45,331 Hartly, DE $45,472 Houston, DE $45,267 Kenton, DE $45,598 Laurel, DE $45,026

Yorklyn, DE $45,440

Mover Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mover roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Mover positions in Healthcare or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Mover as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Mover

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$63,675	$31.0	40%
Aerospace & Defense	$61,401	$30.0	35%
Biotechnology	$59,127	$28.0	30%
Financial Services	$56,853	$27.0	25%
Insurance	$54,579	$26.0	20%

Mover Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mover'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

$42,140

Average $45,482/year

$50,614

$3,512

Average $3,790/month

$4,218

$810

Average $875/week

$973

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,614	$4,218	$973	$24
Average	$45,482	$3,790	$875	$22
25th Percentile	$42,140	$3,512	$810	$20

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