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

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

How does experience change A BIM Operator's salary?

A BIM Operator's salary grows with experience: a Field Engineer I - Construction (0-2 years)earns $75,109, a BIM Operator (2-4 years)earns $87,291, a Field Engineer III - Construction (4-7 years)earns $100,551, a Field Engineer IV - Construction (7+ years)earns $126,597, a Field Engineering Supervisor - Construction (7+ years)earns $121,503,

What are the highest paying states for a BIM Operator?

BIM Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for BIM Operator roles are District of Columbia $96,102, California $95,738, Massachusetts $94,462. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of BIM Operator roles make?

Salaries for BIM Operator level roles vary by specialization: BIM Engineer: $130,557; BIM Manager: $126,239; Bim Lead: $96,344; Bim Detailer: $91,300; Bim Specialist: $89,943.

BIM Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a BIM Operator make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a BIM Operator in Delaware is $87,900 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,730
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,892 to $96,186
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,690

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BIM Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,186	$8,016	$1,850	$46
Average	$87,900	$7,325	$1,690	$42
25th Percentile	$78,892	$6,574	$1,517	$38

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Key Factors That Influence BIM Operator Salaries

A BIM Operator'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 BIM Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a BIM Operator'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): $75,109
Early Career (1-2 years): $87,291
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,551
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,597
Expert (over 8 years): $121,503

Levels	Salary
Field Eng... Level BIM Operator	$75,109
BIM Opera... Level BIM Operator	$87,291
Field Eng... Level BIM Operator	$100,551
Field Eng... Level BIM Operator	$126,597
Field Eng... Level BIM Operator	$121,503

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How Do BIM Operator 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 BIM Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,102.
California: $95,738.
Massachusetts: $94,462.

District of Columbia $96,102 California $95,738 Massachusetts $94,462 Washington $94,115 New Jersey $94,080 Alaska $93,958 Connecticut $92,760 New York $92,274

Hawaii $90,721 Rhode Island $89,992 Maryland $89,497 Minnesota $88,820 Colorado $88,559 Illinois $88,473 Oregon $88,143 Delaware $87,900

New Hampshire $87,747 Virginia $87,405 Pennsylvania $86,407 Nevada $85,903 North Dakota $85,739 Michigan $85,478 Wisconsin $85,383 Vermont $85,192

Texas $84,662 Maine $84,628 Arizona $84,575 Ohio $84,515 Georgia $83,716 Indiana $83,317 Wyoming $83,239 Utah $83,117

Iowa $83,065 Kansas $82,649 Louisiana $82,527 North Carolina $82,484 Missouri $82,466 Florida $82,128 Montana $81,946 Nebraska $81,772

Kentucky $81,676 South Carolina $81,329 Tennessee $81,112 Idaho $81,025 New Mexico $80,392 Oklahoma $80,253 Alabama $79,741 South Dakota $78,882

Arkansas $78,413 West Virginia $78,161 Mississippi $77,406

Top Paying Cities for BIM Operators

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: $90,972
Little Creek: $90,131
Magnolia: $90,504

Lincoln, DE $90,972 Little Creek, DE $90,131 Magnolia, DE $90,504 Milford, DE $90,972 Marydel, DE $89,792 Millsboro, DE $90,972 Millville, DE $91,580 Milton, DE $90,972

Nassau, DE $90,972 Ocean View, DE $91,580 Rehoboth Beach, DE $91,580 Seaford, DE $90,018 Selbyville, DE $91,580 Smyrna, DE $89,688 Viola, DE $90,504 Woodside, DE $90,243

Bear, DE $89,028 Newark, DE $89,063 Claymont, DE $89,132 Delaware City, DE $89,063 Hockessin, DE $89,132 Kirkwood, DE $89,063 Middletown, DE $89,506 Montchanin, DE $89,132

New Castle, DE $89,132 Odessa, DE $89,627 Port Penn, DE $88,820 Rockland, DE $89,132 Saint Georges, DE $89,063 Townsend, DE $89,497 Winterthur, DE $89,132 Lewes, DE $90,972

Wilmington, DE $89,132 Dover, DE $90,087 Dover Afb, DE $90,295 Bethany Beach, DE $91,580 Bethel, DE $90,018 Bridgeville, DE $90,972 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,183 Cheswold, DE $89,879

Clayton, DE $89,653 Dagsboro, DE $91,580 Delmar, DE $90,018 Ellendale, DE $90,972 Felton, DE $90,972 Fenwick Island, DE $91,580 Frankford, DE $91,580 Frederica, DE $90,972

Georgetown, DE $90,972 Greenwood, DE $90,972 Harbeson, DE $90,972 Harrington, DE $90,972 Hartly, DE $89,610 Houston, DE $90,972 Kenton, DE $89,653 Laurel, DE $90,018

Yorklyn, DE $89,132

BIM Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a BIM Operator'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.

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$78,892

Average $87,900/year

$96,186

$6,574

Average $7,325/month

$8,016

$1,517

Average $1,690/week

$1,850

$38

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,186	$8,016	$1,850	$46
Average	$87,900	$7,325	$1,690	$42
25th Percentile	$78,892	$6,574	$1,517	$38

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