What are the main factors that influence a Sergeant'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 Sergeant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Sergeant roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Sergeant's salary?

A Sergeant's salary grows with experience: a Criminal Investigator (0-0 years)earns $77,186, a Sergeant (0-5 years)earns $84,871, a Police Lieutenant (5+ years)earns $108,912, a Sheriff/Police Chief (5-10 years)earns $132,641,

What are the highest paying states for a Sergeant?

Sergeant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sergeant roles are District of Columbia $93,817, California $93,461, Massachusetts $92,216. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sergeant roles make?

Salaries for Sergeant level roles vary by specialization: Security Sergeant: $248,990; Sergeant Nypd: $86,695; Desk Sergeant: $85,333; Sergeant Major: $83,643; Police Sergeant: $83,564.

Sergeant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sergeant make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sergeant in Delaware is $85,810 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,211
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,600 to $98,582
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,395

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Sergeant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,582	$8,215	$1,896	$47
Average	$85,810	$7,151	$1,650	$41
25th Percentile	$74,600	$6,217	$1,435	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Sergeant Salaries

A Sergeant'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 Sergeant 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 Sergeants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $93,817.
California: $93,461.
Massachusetts: $92,216.

District of Columbia $93,817 California $93,461 Massachusetts $92,216 Washington $91,877 New Jersey $91,843 Alaska $91,724 Connecticut $90,555 New York $90,080

Hawaii $88,564 Rhode Island $87,852 Maryland $87,369 Minnesota $86,708 Colorado $86,454 Illinois $86,369 Oregon $86,047 Delaware $85,810

New Hampshire $85,661 Virginia $85,327 Pennsylvania $84,352 Nevada $83,861 North Dakota $83,700 Michigan $83,446 Wisconsin $83,353 Vermont $83,166

Texas $82,649 Maine $82,615 Arizona $82,565 Ohio $82,505 Georgia $81,726 Indiana $81,336 Wyoming $81,260 Utah $81,141

Iowa $81,090 Kansas $80,683 Louisiana $80,565 North Carolina $80,522 Missouri $80,505 Florida $80,175 Montana $79,997 Nebraska $79,828

Kentucky $79,734 South Carolina $79,395 Tennessee $79,184 Idaho $79,099 New Mexico $78,480 Oklahoma $78,345 Alabama $77,845 South Dakota $77,006

Arkansas $76,548 West Virginia $76,303 Mississippi $75,566

Top Paying Cities for Sergeants

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: $85,423
Little Creek: $86,049
Magnolia: $85,925

Lincoln, DE $85,423 Little Creek, DE $86,049 Magnolia, DE $85,925 Milford, DE $85,640 Marydel, DE $85,781 Millsboro, DE $85,065 Millville, DE $85,196 Milton, DE $85,344

Nassau, DE $85,406 Ocean View, DE $85,182 Rehoboth Beach, DE $85,345 Seaford, DE $85,394 Selbyville, DE $85,040 Smyrna, DE $86,108 Viola, DE $85,712 Woodside, DE $85,942

Bear, DE $85,744 Newark, DE $85,712 Claymont, DE $85,887 Delaware City, DE $85,797 Hockessin, DE $85,704 Kirkwood, DE $85,781 Middletown, DE $85,814 Montchanin, DE $85,723

New Castle, DE $85,736 Odessa, DE $85,856 Port Penn, DE $85,914 Rockland, DE $85,732 Saint Georges, DE $85,787 Townsend, DE $85,919 Winterthur, DE $85,742 Lewes, DE $85,377

Wilmington, DE $85,708 Dover, DE $86,049 Dover Afb, DE $85,595 Bethany Beach, DE $85,092 Bethel, DE $85,180 Bridgeville, DE $85,381 Camden Wyoming, DE $85,806 Cheswold, DE $86,021

Clayton, DE $86,023 Dagsboro, DE $85,033 Delmar, DE $84,896 Ellendale, DE $85,154 Felton, DE $85,634 Fenwick Island, DE $85,051 Frankford, DE $84,903 Frederica, DE $85,718

Georgetown, DE $85,001 Greenwood, DE $85,395 Harbeson, DE $85,091 Harrington, DE $85,525 Hartly, DE $85,791 Houston, DE $85,403 Kenton, DE $86,028 Laurel, DE $84,950

Yorklyn, DE $85,729

Sergeant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sergeant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Sergeant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Sergeant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Sergeant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$98,681	$47.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Sergeant'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 September 01, 2026

$74,600

Average $85,810/year

$98,582

$6,217

Average $7,151/month

$8,215

$1,435

Average $1,650/week

$1,896

$36

Average $41/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,582	$8,215	$1,896	$47
Average	$85,810	$7,151	$1,650	$41
25th Percentile	$74,600	$6,217	$1,435	$36

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