What are the main factors that influence an Utility Superintendent'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 Utility Superintendent?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Utility Superintendent roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Utility Superintendent's salary?

An Utility Superintendent's salary grows with experience: a Utility Superintendent (2-4 years)earns $76,380, a Utilization Review Coordinator (4-7 years)earns $91,788, a Utilization Management Director (7+ years)earns $138,730,

What are the highest paying states for an Utility Superintendent?

Utility Superintendent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Utility Superintendent roles are District of Columbia $84,080, California $83,761, Massachusetts $82,645. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Utility Superintendent roles make?

Salaries for Utility Superintendent level roles vary by specialization: School Superintendent: $160,284; Superintendent: $112,704; Quarry Superintendent: $106,992; Utility Engineer: $105,824; Utility Coordinator: $73,088.

Utility Superintendent Salary in Delaware

How much does an Utility Superintendent make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Utility Superintendent in Delaware is $76,904 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,506
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,609 to $84,024
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,416

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Utility Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,024	$7,002	$1,616	$40
Average	$76,904	$6,409	$1,479	$37
25th Percentile	$64,609	$5,384	$1,242	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Utility Superintendent Salaries

An Utility Superintendent'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 Utility Superintendent 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 Utility Superintendents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,080.
California: $83,761.
Massachusetts: $82,645.

District of Columbia $84,080 California $83,761 Massachusetts $82,645 Washington $82,341 New Jersey $82,311 Alaska $82,205 Connecticut $81,157 New York $80,731

Hawaii $79,372 Rhode Island $78,734 Maryland $78,301 Minnesota $77,709 Colorado $77,481 Illinois $77,405 Oregon $77,117 Delaware $76,904

New Hampshire $76,770 Virginia $76,471 Pennsylvania $75,598 Nevada $75,157 North Dakota $75,013 Michigan $74,785 Wisconsin $74,702 Vermont $74,535

Texas $74,071 Maine $74,041 Arizona $73,995 Ohio $73,942 Georgia $73,244 Indiana $72,894 Wyoming $72,826 Utah $72,720

Iowa $72,674 Kansas $72,310 Louisiana $72,203 North Carolina $72,165 Missouri $72,150 Florida $71,854 Montana $71,694 Nebraska $71,543

Kentucky $71,459 South Carolina $71,155 Tennessee $70,965 Idaho $70,890 New Mexico $70,335 Oklahoma $70,214 Alabama $69,766 South Dakota $69,014

Arkansas $68,604 West Virginia $68,384 Mississippi $67,723

Top Paying Cities for Utility Superintendents

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: $76,558
Little Creek: $77,118
Magnolia: $77,007

Lincoln, DE $76,558 Little Creek, DE $77,118 Magnolia, DE $77,007 Milford, DE $76,752 Marydel, DE $76,878 Millsboro, DE $76,236 Millville, DE $76,354 Milton, DE $76,486

Nassau, DE $76,542 Ocean View, DE $76,341 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,488 Seaford, DE $76,531 Selbyville, DE $76,214 Smyrna, DE $77,171 Viola, DE $76,816 Woodside, DE $77,022

Bear, DE $76,845 Newark, DE $76,816 Claymont, DE $76,973 Delaware City, DE $76,893 Hockessin, DE $76,809 Kirkwood, DE $76,878 Middletown, DE $76,908 Montchanin, DE $76,826

New Castle, DE $76,838 Odessa, DE $76,946 Port Penn, DE $76,997 Rockland, DE $76,834 Saint Georges, DE $76,883 Townsend, DE $77,002 Winterthur, DE $76,843 Lewes, DE $76,516

Wilmington, DE $76,813 Dover, DE $77,118 Dover Afb, DE $76,712 Bethany Beach, DE $76,261 Bethel, DE $76,340 Bridgeville, DE $76,520 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,901 Cheswold, DE $77,093

Clayton, DE $77,095 Dagsboro, DE $76,208 Delmar, DE $76,085 Ellendale, DE $76,316 Felton, DE $76,746 Fenwick Island, DE $76,224 Frankford, DE $76,091 Frederica, DE $76,822

Georgetown, DE $76,179 Greenwood, DE $76,532 Harbeson, DE $76,260 Harrington, DE $76,649 Hartly, DE $76,887 Houston, DE $76,539 Kenton, DE $77,099 Laurel, DE $76,133

Yorklyn, DE $76,832

Utility Superintendent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Utility Superintendent roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Utility Superintendent positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Utility Superintendent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Utility Superintendent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$99,975	$48.0	30%

Utility Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Utility Superintendent'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

$64,609

Average $76,904/year

$84,024

$5,384

Average $6,409/month

$7,002

$1,242

Average $1,479/week

$1,616

$31

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,024	$7,002	$1,616	$40
Average	$76,904	$6,409	$1,479	$37
25th Percentile	$64,609	$5,384	$1,242	$31

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