What are the main factors that influence a Nondestructive Testing Technician's salary?

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

How does experience change A Nondestructive Testing Technician's salary?

A Nondestructive Testing Technician's salary grows with experience: a Consumer Loan Collector I (0-1 years)earns $39,498, a Consumer Loan Collector II (1-3 years)earns $44,355, a Nondestructive Testing Technician (3-5 years)earns $49,629, a Consumer Loan Collection Supervisor I (5+ years)earns $61,869, a Consumer Loan Collection Supervisor II (5+ years)earns $73,168,

What are the highest paying states for a Nondestructive Testing Technician?

Nondestructive Testing Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nondestructive Testing Technician roles are District of Columbia $53,786, California $53,582, Massachusetts $52,868. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Nondestructive Testing Technician roles make?

Salaries for Nondestructive Testing Technician level roles vary by specialization: COVID Testing Technician: $69,543; Testing Technician, Sr.: $69,407; Materials Testing Technician: $67,794; Nondestructive Testing Inspector: $63,652; Production Technician, Testing: $60,339.

Nondestructive Testing Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Nondestructive Testing Technician make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nondestructive Testing Technician in Delaware is $49,196 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,750
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,959 to $54,720
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,281

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Nondestructive Testing Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,720	$4,560	$1,052	$26
Average	$49,196	$4,100	$946	$24
25th Percentile	$42,959	$3,580	$826	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Nondestructive Testing Technician Salaries

A Nondestructive Testing 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 Experience Level Affects Nondestructive Testing Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Nondestructive Testing Technician'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): $39,498
Early Career (1-2 years): $44,355
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $49,629
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $61,869
Expert (over 8 years): $73,168

Levels	Salary
Consumer ... Level Nondestructive Testing Technician	$39,498
Consumer ... Level Nondestructive Testing Technician	$44,355
Nondestru... Level Nondestructive Testing Technician	$49,629
Consumer ... Level Nondestructive Testing Technician	$61,869
Consumer ... Level Nondestructive Testing Technician	$73,168

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How Do Nondestructive Testing 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 Nondestructive Testing Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,786.
California: $53,582.
Massachusetts: $52,868.

District of Columbia $53,786 California $53,582 Massachusetts $52,868 Washington $52,674 New Jersey $52,655 Alaska $52,587 Connecticut $51,916 New York $51,644

Hawaii $50,775 Rhode Island $50,366 Maryland $50,090 Minnesota $49,711 Colorado $49,565 Illinois $49,516 Oregon $49,332 Delaware $49,196

New Hampshire $49,110 Virginia $48,919 Pennsylvania $48,360 Nevada $48,078 North Dakota $47,986 Michigan $47,840 Wisconsin $47,787 Vermont $47,680

Texas $47,384 Maine $47,364 Arizona $47,335 Ohio $47,301 Georgia $46,854 Indiana $46,631 Wyoming $46,587 Utah $46,519

Iowa $46,490 Kansas $46,257 Louisiana $46,189 North Carolina $46,164 Missouri $46,155 Florida $45,965 Montana $45,863 Nebraska $45,766

Kentucky $45,713 South Carolina $45,518 Tennessee $45,397 Idaho $45,348 New Mexico $44,994 Oklahoma $44,916 Alabama $44,629 South Dakota $44,148

Arkansas $43,886 West Virginia $43,745 Mississippi $43,323

Top Paying Cities for Nondestructive Testing 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: $50,915
Little Creek: $50,444
Magnolia: $50,653

Lincoln, DE $50,915 Little Creek, DE $50,444 Magnolia, DE $50,653 Milford, DE $50,915 Marydel, DE $50,255 Millsboro, DE $50,915 Millville, DE $51,255 Milton, DE $50,915

Nassau, DE $50,915 Ocean View, DE $51,255 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,255 Seaford, DE $50,381 Selbyville, DE $51,255 Smyrna, DE $50,196 Viola, DE $50,653 Woodside, DE $50,507

Bear, DE $49,827 Newark, DE $49,847 Claymont, DE $49,886 Delaware City, DE $49,847 Hockessin, DE $49,886 Kirkwood, DE $49,847 Middletown, DE $50,094 Montchanin, DE $49,886

New Castle, DE $49,886 Odessa, DE $50,162 Port Penn, DE $49,711 Rockland, DE $49,886 Saint Georges, DE $49,847 Townsend, DE $50,090 Winterthur, DE $49,886 Lewes, DE $50,915

Wilmington, DE $49,886 Dover, DE $50,420 Dover Afb, DE $50,537 Bethany Beach, DE $51,255 Bethel, DE $50,381 Bridgeville, DE $50,915 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,473 Cheswold, DE $50,303

Clayton, DE $50,177 Dagsboro, DE $51,255 Delmar, DE $50,381 Ellendale, DE $50,915 Felton, DE $50,915 Fenwick Island, DE $51,255 Frankford, DE $51,255 Frederica, DE $50,915

Georgetown, DE $50,915 Greenwood, DE $50,915 Harbeson, DE $50,915 Harrington, DE $50,915 Hartly, DE $50,153 Houston, DE $50,915 Kenton, DE $50,177 Laurel, DE $50,381

Yorklyn, DE $49,886

Nondestructive Testing Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Nondestructive Testing 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 March 01, 2026

$42,959

Average $49,196/year

$54,720

$3,580

Average $4,100/month

$4,560

$826

Average $946/week

$1,052

$21

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$54,720	$4,560	$1,052	$26
Average	$49,196	$4,100	$946	$24
25th Percentile	$42,959	$3,580	$826	$21

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