What are the main factors that influence a Warehouse Material Handler's salary?

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

How does experience change A Warehouse Material Handler's salary?

A Warehouse Material Handler's salary grows with experience: a Warehouse Material Handler (0-1 years)earns $37,389, a Materials Handler II (1-3 years)earns $41,692, a Materials Handler III (3-5 years)earns $47,048, a Materials Handling Supervisor (5+ years)earns $77,616,

What are the highest paying states for a Warehouse Material Handler?

Warehouse Material Handler salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Warehouse Material Handler roles are District of Columbia $41,081, California $40,925, Massachusetts $40,380. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Warehouse Material Handler roles make?

Salaries for Warehouse Material Handler level roles vary by specialization: Warehouse Material Handler III: $46,653; Material Handler/Warehouse Associate: $42,266; Warehouse Material Handler II: $41,343; Material Handler: $40,708; Warehouse Labor / Material Handler: $37,241.

Warehouse Material Handler Salary in Delaware

How much does a Warehouse Material Handler make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Warehouse Material Handler in Delaware is $37,575 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $42,407
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,038 to $40,104
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,729

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Warehouse Material Handler Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,104	$3,342	$771	$19
Average	$37,575	$3,131	$723	$18
25th Percentile	$35,038	$2,920	$674	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Warehouse Material Handler Salaries

A Warehouse Material Handler'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 Warehouse Material Handler 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 Warehouse Material Handlers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $41,081.
California: $40,925.
Massachusetts: $40,380.

District of Columbia $41,081 California $40,925 Massachusetts $40,380 Washington $40,231 New Jersey $40,216 Alaska $40,165 Connecticut $39,653 New York $39,445

Hawaii $38,781 Rhode Island $38,469 Maryland $38,257 Minnesota $37,968 Colorado $37,857 Illinois $37,820 Oregon $37,679 Delaware $37,575

New Hampshire $37,509 Virginia $37,363 Pennsylvania $36,937 Nevada $36,721 North Dakota $36,651 Michigan $36,540 Wisconsin $36,499 Vermont $36,417

Texas $36,191 Maine $36,176 Arizona $36,154 Ohio $36,128 Georgia $35,786 Indiana $35,616 Wyoming $35,582 Utah $35,530

Iowa $35,508 Kansas $35,330 Louisiana $35,278 North Carolina $35,259 Missouri $35,252 Florida $35,107 Montana $35,029 Nebraska $34,955

Kentucky $34,914 South Carolina $34,766 Tennessee $34,673 Idaho $34,636 New Mexico $34,365 Oklahoma $34,306 Alabama $34,087 South Dakota $33,720

Arkansas $33,519 West Virginia $33,412 Mississippi $33,089

Top Paying Cities for Warehouse Material Handlers

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: $37,406
Little Creek: $37,679
Magnolia: $37,625

Lincoln, DE $37,406 Little Creek, DE $37,679 Magnolia, DE $37,625 Milford, DE $37,501 Marydel, DE $37,562 Millsboro, DE $37,249 Millville, DE $37,306 Milton, DE $37,371

Nassau, DE $37,398 Ocean View, DE $37,300 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,371 Seaford, DE $37,393 Selbyville, DE $37,238 Smyrna, DE $37,705 Viola, DE $37,532 Woodside, DE $37,633

Bear, DE $37,546 Newark, DE $37,532 Claymont, DE $37,608 Delaware City, DE $37,569 Hockessin, DE $37,528 Kirkwood, DE $37,562 Middletown, DE $37,577 Montchanin, DE $37,537

New Castle, DE $37,542 Odessa, DE $37,595 Port Penn, DE $37,620 Rockland, DE $37,541 Saint Georges, DE $37,565 Townsend, DE $37,623 Winterthur, DE $37,545 Lewes, DE $37,385

Wilmington, DE $37,530 Dover, DE $37,679 Dover Afb, DE $37,481 Bethany Beach, DE $37,260 Bethel, DE $37,299 Bridgeville, DE $37,387 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,573 Cheswold, DE $37,667

Clayton, DE $37,668 Dagsboro, DE $37,234 Delmar, DE $37,175 Ellendale, DE $37,288 Felton, DE $37,498 Fenwick Island, DE $37,243 Frankford, DE $37,178 Frederica, DE $37,535

Georgetown, DE $37,220 Greenwood, DE $37,393 Harbeson, DE $37,260 Harrington, DE $37,450 Hartly, DE $37,567 Houston, DE $37,397 Kenton, DE $37,670 Laurel, DE $37,198

Yorklyn, DE $37,539

Warehouse Material Handler Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Warehouse Material Handler'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 May 01, 2026

$35,038

Average $37,575/year

$40,104

$2,920

Average $3,131/month

$3,342

$674

Average $723/week

$771

$17

Average $18/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,104	$3,342	$771	$19
Average	$37,575	$3,131	$723	$18
25th Percentile	$35,038	$2,920	$674	$17

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