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

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

How does experience change A Plumbers Apprentice's salary?

A Plumbers Apprentice's salary grows with experience: a Plumber I (0-1 years)earns $46,578, a Plumbers Apprentice (1-3 years)earns $65,819, a Plumber III (3-5 years)earns $73,372,

What are the highest paying states for a Plumbers Apprentice?

Plumbers Apprentice salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Plumbers Apprentice roles are District of Columbia $72,489, California $72,214, Massachusetts $71,252. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Plumbers Apprentice roles make?

Salaries for Plumbers Apprentice level roles vary by specialization: Driver Apprentice: $68,159; Plumbers Helper: $64,507; Lineman Apprentice: $63,004; Electrician - Apprentice: $55,600; Electrical Apprentice: $54,699.

Plumbers Apprentice Salary in Delaware

How much does a Plumbers Apprentice make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Plumbers Apprentice in Delaware is $66,302 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,863
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,691 to $72,877
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,850

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Plumbers Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,877	$6,073	$1,401	$35
Average	$66,302	$5,525	$1,275	$32
25th Percentile	$57,691	$4,808	$1,109	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Plumbers Apprentice Salaries

A Plumbers Apprentice'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 Plumbers Apprentice 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 Plumbers Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $72,489.
California: $72,214.
Massachusetts: $71,252.

District of Columbia $72,489 California $72,214 Massachusetts $71,252 Washington $70,990 New Jersey $70,964 Alaska $70,872 Connecticut $69,969 New York $69,602

Hawaii $68,430 Rhode Island $67,880 Maryland $67,507 Minnesota $66,996 Colorado $66,800 Illinois $66,734 Oregon $66,486 Delaware $66,302

New Hampshire $66,187 Virginia $65,929 Pennsylvania $65,176 Nevada $64,797 North Dakota $64,672 Michigan $64,476 Wisconsin $64,404 Vermont $64,260

Texas $63,860 Maine $63,834 Arizona $63,795 Ohio $63,749 Georgia $63,147 Indiana $62,846 Wyoming $62,787 Utah $62,695

Iowa $62,656 Kansas $62,341 Louisiana $62,250 North Carolina $62,217 Missouri $62,204 Florida $61,949 Montana $61,811 Nebraska $61,680

Kentucky $61,608 South Carolina $61,346 Tennessee $61,183 Idaho $61,117 New Mexico $60,639 Oklahoma $60,534 Alabama $60,148 South Dakota $59,500

Arkansas $59,146 West Virginia $58,957 Mississippi $58,387

Top Paying Cities for Plumbers Apprentices

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: $68,620
Little Creek: $67,985
Magnolia: $68,267

Lincoln, DE $68,620 Little Creek, DE $67,985 Magnolia, DE $68,267 Milford, DE $68,620 Marydel, DE $67,730 Millsboro, DE $68,620 Millville, DE $69,078 Milton, DE $68,620

Nassau, DE $68,620 Ocean View, DE $69,078 Rehoboth Beach, DE $69,078 Seaford, DE $67,900 Selbyville, DE $69,078 Smyrna, DE $67,651 Viola, DE $68,267 Woodside, DE $68,070

Bear, DE $67,154 Newark, DE $67,180 Claymont, DE $67,232 Delaware City, DE $67,180 Hockessin, DE $67,232 Kirkwood, DE $67,180 Middletown, DE $67,514 Montchanin, DE $67,232

New Castle, DE $67,232 Odessa, DE $67,605 Port Penn, DE $66,996 Rockland, DE $67,232 Saint Georges, DE $67,180 Townsend, DE $67,507 Winterthur, DE $67,232 Lewes, DE $68,620

Wilmington, DE $67,232 Dover, DE $67,952 Dover Afb, DE $68,109 Bethany Beach, DE $69,078 Bethel, DE $67,900 Bridgeville, DE $68,620 Camden Wyoming, DE $68,024 Cheswold, DE $67,795

Clayton, DE $67,625 Dagsboro, DE $69,078 Delmar, DE $67,900 Ellendale, DE $68,620 Felton, DE $68,620 Fenwick Island, DE $69,078 Frankford, DE $69,078 Frederica, DE $68,620

Georgetown, DE $68,620 Greenwood, DE $68,620 Harbeson, DE $68,620 Harrington, DE $68,620 Hartly, DE $67,592 Houston, DE $68,620 Kenton, DE $67,625 Laurel, DE $67,900

Yorklyn, DE $67,232

Plumbers Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Plumbers Apprentice'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

$57,691

Average $66,302/year

$72,877

$4,808

Average $5,525/month

$6,073

$1,109

Average $1,275/week

$1,401

$28

Average $32/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$72,877	$6,073	$1,401	$35
Average	$66,302	$5,525	$1,275	$32
25th Percentile	$57,691	$4,808	$1,109	$28

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