How Much Does a Mail Handler Make in Newark, DE ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Mail Handler Salary in Newark, DE

As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Mail Handler in Newark, DE is $38,624, equivalent to $19 per hour, $743 weekly, or $3,219 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Mail Handler in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Mail Handler in Newark, DE vary widely, spanning from $32,890 to $43,420. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,622) and 75th percentile ($41,134), while top earners (90th percentile) make $43,420 per year. This $5,512 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Shipping and Receiving, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Newark Mail Handler often earn 1.3% higher than national averages. However, Newark currently ranks 286 statewide for Mail Handler job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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10th Percentile Mail Handler Salary $32,890 Newark, DE January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Mail Handler Salary $35,622 Newark, DE January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Mail Handler Salary $38,624 Newark, DE January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Mail Handler Salary $41,134 Newark, DE January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Mail Handler Salary $43,420 Newark, DE January 01, 2026
25% $35,622 10% $32,890 90% $43,420 75% $41,134 $38,624 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Mail Handler ?

A postal worker is one who works for a post office, such as a mail carrier. In the U.S., postal workers are represented by the National Postal Mail Handlers Union - NPMHU, the National Association of Rural Letter Carriers and the American Postal Workers Union, part of the AFL-CIO. In Canada, they are represented by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers and in the United Kingdom by the Communication Workers Union. The US Postal Service employs around 584,000 people. The bulk of these work as: Service clerks - Sell stamps and postage, help people pick up packages and assist with other services...

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    Mail Handler

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    3 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Newark, Delaware    Newark (/ˈnuːɑːrk/ NEW-ark)[note 1] is a city in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. It is located 12 miles (19 km) west-southwest of Wilmingt....More

Newark, Delaware  area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

Mail Handler Salary in popular cities: Wilmington, Dover, Middletown

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