What are the main factors that influence a Bailiff's salary?

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

How does experience change A Bailiff's salary?

A Bailiff's salary grows with experience: a Criminal Investigator (0-0 years)earns $77,503, a Police Sergeant (0-5 years)earns $85,240, a Police Lieutenant (5+ years)earns $109,408, a Bailiff (5-10 years)earns $133,201,

What are the highest paying states for a Bailiff?

Bailiff salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bailiff roles are District of Columbia $146,702, California $146,145, Massachusetts $144,198. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bailiff roles make?

Salaries for Bailiff level roles vary by specialization: Court Bailiff: $126,518; Administrative Assistant/Bailiff: $45,348.

Bailiff Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bailiff make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bailiff in Delaware is $134,181 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $159,653
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $121,073 to $147,514
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,140

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Bailiff Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,514	$12,293	$2,837	$71
Average	$134,181	$11,182	$2,580	$65
25th Percentile	$121,073	$10,089	$2,328	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Bailiff Salaries

A Bailiff'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 Do Bailiff 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 Bailifves. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $146,702.
California: $146,145.
Massachusetts: $144,198.

District of Columbia $146,702 California $146,145 Massachusetts $144,198 Washington $143,668 New Jersey $143,615 Alaska $143,429 Connecticut $141,601 New York $140,859

Hawaii $138,487 Rhode Island $137,374 Maryland $136,619 Minnesota $135,585 Colorado $135,188 Illinois $135,055 Oregon $134,552 Delaware $134,181

New Hampshire $133,948 Virginia $133,425 Pennsylvania $131,902 Nevada $131,133 North Dakota $130,882 Michigan $130,484 Wisconsin $130,338 Vermont $130,047

Texas $129,239 Maine $129,186 Arizona $129,106 Ohio $129,013 Georgia $127,794 Indiana $127,185 Wyoming $127,066 Utah $126,880

Iowa $126,801 Kansas $126,165 Louisiana $125,979 North Carolina $125,913 Missouri $125,886 Florida $125,370 Montana $125,091 Nebraska $124,826

Kentucky $124,681 South Carolina $124,151 Tennessee $123,819 Idaho $123,687 New Mexico $122,720 Oklahoma $122,508 Alabama $121,726 South Dakota $120,414

Arkansas $119,699 West Virginia $119,314 Mississippi $118,162

Top Paying Cities for Bailifves

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: $138,871
Little Creek: $137,586
Magnolia: $138,156

Lincoln, DE $138,871 Little Creek, DE $137,586 Magnolia, DE $138,156 Milford, DE $138,871 Marydel, DE $137,069 Millsboro, DE $138,871 Millville, DE $139,799 Milton, DE $138,871

Nassau, DE $138,871 Ocean View, DE $139,799 Rehoboth Beach, DE $139,799 Seaford, DE $137,414 Selbyville, DE $139,799 Smyrna, DE $136,910 Viola, DE $138,156 Woodside, DE $137,758

Bear, DE $135,903 Newark, DE $135,956 Claymont, DE $136,062 Delaware City, DE $135,956 Hockessin, DE $136,062 Kirkwood, DE $135,956 Middletown, DE $136,632 Montchanin, DE $136,062

New Castle, DE $136,062 Odessa, DE $136,817 Port Penn, DE $135,585 Rockland, DE $136,062 Saint Georges, DE $135,956 Townsend, DE $136,619 Winterthur, DE $136,062 Lewes, DE $138,871

Wilmington, DE $136,062 Dover, DE $137,520 Dover Afb, DE $137,838 Bethany Beach, DE $139,799 Bethel, DE $137,414 Bridgeville, DE $138,871 Camden Wyoming, DE $137,665 Cheswold, DE $137,202

Clayton, DE $136,857 Dagsboro, DE $139,799 Delmar, DE $137,414 Ellendale, DE $138,871 Felton, DE $138,871 Fenwick Island, DE $139,799 Frankford, DE $139,799 Frederica, DE $138,871

Georgetown, DE $138,871 Greenwood, DE $138,871 Harbeson, DE $138,871 Harrington, DE $138,871 Hartly, DE $136,791 Houston, DE $138,871 Kenton, DE $136,857 Laurel, DE $137,414

Yorklyn, DE $136,062

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

Understanding how a Bailiff'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 April 01, 2026

$121,073

Average $134,181/year

$147,514

$10,089

Average $11,182/month

$12,293

$2,328

Average $2,580/week

$2,837

$58

Average $65/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,514	$12,293	$2,837	$71
Average	$134,181	$11,182	$2,580	$65
25th Percentile	$121,073	$10,089	$2,328	$58

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