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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Planning Specialist?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Planning Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Planning Specialist's salary?

A Planning Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Project Planner I (0-2 years)earns $72,863, a Planning Specialist (2-4 years)earns $86,275, a Project Planner III (4-7 years)earns $114,264,

What are the highest paying states for a Planning Specialist?

Planning Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Planning Specialist roles are District of Columbia $95,113, California $94,752, Massachusetts $93,489. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Planning Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Planning Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Production Planning Specialist: $130,677; Strategic Planning Specialist: $123,367; Supply Planning Specialist: $117,245; Emergency Response Planning Specialist: $99,489; Demand Planning Specialist: $84,487.

Planning Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Planning Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Planning Specialist in Delaware is $86,995 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,690
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,890 to $96,780
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,421

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Planning Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,780	$8,065	$1,861	$47
Average	$86,995	$7,250	$1,673	$42
25th Percentile	$79,890	$6,657	$1,536	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Planning Specialist Salaries

A Planning Specialist'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 Planning Specialist 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 Planning Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $95,113.
California: $94,752.
Massachusetts: $93,489.

District of Columbia $95,113 California $94,752 Massachusetts $93,489 Washington $93,146 New Jersey $93,111 Alaska $92,991 Connecticut $91,806 New York $91,325

Hawaii $89,787 Rhode Island $89,065 Maryland $88,576 Minnesota $87,906 Colorado $87,648 Illinois $87,562 Oregon $87,236 Delaware $86,995

New Hampshire $86,844 Virginia $86,505 Pennsylvania $85,517 Nevada $85,019 North Dakota $84,856 Michigan $84,598 Wisconsin $84,504 Vermont $84,315

Texas $83,791 Maine $83,756 Arizona $83,705 Ohio $83,645 Georgia $82,854 Indiana $82,459 Wyoming $82,382 Utah $82,262

Iowa $82,210 Kansas $81,798 Louisiana $81,678 North Carolina $81,635 Missouri $81,617 Florida $81,282 Montana $81,102 Nebraska $80,930

Kentucky $80,836 South Carolina $80,492 Tennessee $80,277 Idaho $80,191 New Mexico $79,564 Oklahoma $79,427 Alabama $78,920 South Dakota $78,070

Arkansas $77,606 West Virginia $77,357 Mississippi $76,609

Top Paying Cities for Planning Specialists

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: $86,603
Little Creek: $87,237
Magnolia: $87,112

Lincoln, DE $86,603 Little Creek, DE $87,237 Magnolia, DE $87,112 Milford, DE $86,823 Marydel, DE $86,966 Millsboro, DE $86,240 Millville, DE $86,373 Milton, DE $86,523

Nassau, DE $86,585 Ocean View, DE $86,358 Rehoboth Beach, DE $86,524 Seaford, DE $86,573 Selbyville, DE $86,215 Smyrna, DE $87,297 Viola, DE $86,895 Woodside, DE $87,129

Bear, DE $86,928 Newark, DE $86,895 Claymont, DE $87,073 Delaware City, DE $86,982 Hockessin, DE $86,888 Kirkwood, DE $86,966 Middletown, DE $86,999 Montchanin, DE $86,907

New Castle, DE $86,920 Odessa, DE $87,042 Port Penn, DE $87,101 Rockland, DE $86,916 Saint Georges, DE $86,972 Townsend, DE $87,106 Winterthur, DE $86,926 Lewes, DE $86,556

Wilmington, DE $86,892 Dover, DE $87,237 Dover Afb, DE $86,778 Bethany Beach, DE $86,267 Bethel, DE $86,357 Bridgeville, DE $86,560 Camden Wyoming, DE $86,992 Cheswold, DE $87,209

Clayton, DE $87,211 Dagsboro, DE $86,207 Delmar, DE $86,069 Ellendale, DE $86,330 Felton, DE $86,816 Fenwick Island, DE $86,226 Frankford, DE $86,076 Frederica, DE $86,902

Georgetown, DE $86,175 Greenwood, DE $86,574 Harbeson, DE $86,267 Harrington, DE $86,706 Hartly, DE $86,976 Houston, DE $86,583 Kenton, DE $87,216 Laurel, DE $86,123

Yorklyn, DE $86,913

Planning Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Planning Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Planning Specialist positions in Telecom or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Planning Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Planning Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$104,394	$50.0	20%
Biotechnology	$104,394	$50.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$104,394	$50.0	20%
Financial Services	$104,394	$50.0	20%
Internet	$104,394	$50.0	20%

Planning Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Planning Specialist'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 July 01, 2026

$79,890

Average $86,995/year

$96,780

$6,657

Average $7,250/month

$8,065

$1,536

Average $1,673/week

$1,861

$38

Average $42/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,780	$8,065	$1,861	$47
Average	$86,995	$7,250	$1,673	$42
25th Percentile	$79,890	$6,657	$1,536	$38

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