What are the main factors that influence a Wide Receiver'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 Wide Receiver?

The Retail & Wholesale industry offers the highest average compensation for Wide Receiver roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Wide Receiver's salary?

A Wide Receiver's salary grows with experience: starting around $37,760 for beginners, reaching about $40,043 at mid-level, and approach $40,608 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Wide Receiver?

Wide Receiver salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Wide Receiver roles are District of Columbia $42,466, California $42,305, Massachusetts $41,741. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Wide Receiver roles make?

Salaries for Wide Receiver level roles vary by specialization: LEAD RECEIVER: $64,585; Merchandise Receiver: $58,889; Assistant Receiver: $46,214; Inbound Receiver: $43,853; Inventory Receiver: $43,835.

Wide Receiver Salary in Delaware

How much does a Wide Receiver make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Wide Receiver in Delaware is $38,842 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $48,022
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,786 to $43,647
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,094

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Wide Receiver Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,647	$3,637	$839	$21
Average	$38,842	$3,237	$747	$19
25th Percentile	$34,786	$2,899	$669	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Wide Receiver Salaries

A Wide Receiver'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 Experience Level Affects Wide Receiver Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Wide Receiver's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $37,760
Early Career (1-2 years): $38,488
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,043
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,255
Expert (over 8 years): $40,608

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Wide Receiver	$37,760
Intermediate Level Wide Receiver	$38,488
Senior Level Wide Receiver	$40,043
Specialist Level Wide Receiver	$40,255
Expert Level Wide Receiver	$40,608

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How Do Wide Receiver 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 Wide Receivers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,466.
California: $42,305.
Massachusetts: $41,741.

District of Columbia $42,466 California $42,305 Massachusetts $41,741 Washington $41,588 New Jersey $41,572 Alaska $41,519 Connecticut $40,989 New York $40,775

Hawaii $40,088 Rhode Island $39,766 Maryland $39,547 Minnesota $39,248 Colorado $39,133 Illinois $39,095 Oregon $38,949 Delaware $38,842

New Hampshire $38,774 Virginia $38,623 Pennsylvania $38,182 Nevada $37,959 North Dakota $37,887 Michigan $37,772 Wisconsin $37,729 Vermont $37,645

Texas $37,411 Maine $37,396 Arizona $37,373 Ohio $37,346 Georgia $36,993 Indiana $36,816 Wyoming $36,782 Utah $36,728

Iowa $36,705 Kansas $36,521 Louisiana $36,467 North Carolina $36,448 Missouri $36,441 Florida $36,291 Montana $36,210 Nebraska $36,134

Kentucky $36,092 South Carolina $35,938 Tennessee $35,842 Idaho $35,804 New Mexico $35,524 Oklahoma $35,463 Alabama $35,236 South Dakota $34,857

Arkansas $34,649 West Virginia $34,538 Mississippi $34,205

Top Paying Cities for Wide Receivers

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: $38,667
Little Creek: $38,950
Magnolia: $38,894

Lincoln, DE $38,667 Little Creek, DE $38,950 Magnolia, DE $38,894 Milford, DE $38,765 Marydel, DE $38,829 Millsboro, DE $38,504 Millville, DE $38,564 Milton, DE $38,631

Nassau, DE $38,659 Ocean View, DE $38,557 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,631 Seaford, DE $38,653 Selbyville, DE $38,493 Smyrna, DE $38,977 Viola, DE $38,797 Woodside, DE $38,901

Bear, DE $38,812 Newark, DE $38,797 Claymont, DE $38,877 Delaware City, DE $38,836 Hockessin, DE $38,794 Kirkwood, DE $38,829 Middletown, DE $38,844 Montchanin, DE $38,802

New Castle, DE $38,808 Odessa, DE $38,863 Port Penn, DE $38,889 Rockland, DE $38,806 Saint Georges, DE $38,831 Townsend, DE $38,891 Winterthur, DE $38,811 Lewes, DE $38,646

Wilmington, DE $38,796 Dover, DE $38,950 Dover Afb, DE $38,745 Bethany Beach, DE $38,517 Bethel, DE $38,557 Bridgeville, DE $38,648 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,840 Cheswold, DE $38,937

Clayton, DE $38,938 Dagsboro, DE $38,490 Delmar, DE $38,428 Ellendale, DE $38,545 Felton, DE $38,762 Fenwick Island, DE $38,498 Frankford, DE $38,431 Frederica, DE $38,800

Georgetown, DE $38,475 Greenwood, DE $38,654 Harbeson, DE $38,516 Harrington, DE $38,713 Hartly, DE $38,833 Houston, DE $38,658 Kenton, DE $38,940 Laurel, DE $38,452

Yorklyn, DE $38,805

Wide Receiver Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Wide Receiver roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Retail & Wholesale and MFG Nondurable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Wide Receiver positions in Hospitality & Leisure or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Wide Receiver as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Wide Receiver

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale	$50,494	$24.0	30%
MFG Nondurable	$42,726	$21.0	10%

Wide Receiver Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Wide Receiver'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

$34,786

Average $38,842/year

$43,647

$2,899

Average $3,237/month

$3,637

$669

Average $747/week

$839

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,647	$3,637	$839	$21
Average	$38,842	$3,237	$747	$19
25th Percentile	$34,786	$2,899	$669	$17

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