As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Transit Operator in Lewes, DE is $50,105, equivalent to $24 per hour, $964 weekly, or $4,175 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Transit Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Transit Operator in Lewes, DE vary widely, spanning from $40,370 to $57,922. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,009) and 75th percentile ($54,197), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,922 per year. This $9,188 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Logistics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Lewes Transit Operator often earn 0.5% higher than national averages. However, Lewes currently ranks 316 statewide for Transit Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Transit Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $40,370 Lewes, DE August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $45,009 Lewes, DE August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $50,105 Lewes, DE August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $54,197 Lewes, DE August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Transit Operator Salary $57,922 Lewes, DE August 01, 2026
25% $45,009 10% $40,370 90% $57,922 75% $54,197 $50,105 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Lewes, Delaware    Lewes (/ˈluːɪs/ LOO-iss) is an incorporated city on the Delaware Bay in eastern Sussex County, Delaware. According to the 2010 census, the population ....More

Lewes, Delaware  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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