What are the main factors that influence a Yard Supervisor'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 Yard Supervisor?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Yard Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Yard Supervisor's salary?

A Yard Supervisor's salary grows with experience: a Groundskeeper (0-1 years)earns $37,800, a Yard Supervisor (1-3 years)earns $42,687, a Building and Grounds Supervisor I (3+ years)earns $61,208, a Building and Grounds Supervisor II (3+ years)earns $78,609, a Building and Grounds Supervisor III (3-5 years)earns $87,007,

What are the highest paying states for a Yard Supervisor?

Yard Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Yard Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $47,130, California $46,951, Massachusetts $46,325. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Yard Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Yard Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Yard Foreman: $88,912; Yard Manager: $50,347; Yard Jockey (CDL-A Required): $47,100; Terminal Operator/Yard Jockey: $47,090; Yard Dog: $47,033.

Yard Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Yard Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Yard Supervisor in Delaware is $43,107 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,022
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,647 to $48,821
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,586

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Yard Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,821	$4,068	$939	$23
Average	$43,107	$3,592	$829	$21
25th Percentile	$38,647	$3,221	$743	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Yard Supervisor Salaries

A Yard Supervisor'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 Yard Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Yard Supervisor'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): $37,800
Early Career (1-2 years): $42,687
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,208
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,609
Expert (over 8 years): $87,007

Levels	Salary
Groundske... Level Yard Supervisor	$37,800
Yard Supe... Level Yard Supervisor	$42,687
Building ... Level Yard Supervisor	$61,208
Building ... Level Yard Supervisor	$78,609
Building ... Level Yard Supervisor	$87,007

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How Do Yard Supervisor 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 Yard Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,130.
California: $46,951.
Massachusetts: $46,325.

District of Columbia $47,130 California $46,951 Massachusetts $46,325 Washington $46,155 New Jersey $46,138 Alaska $46,078 Connecticut $45,491 New York $45,253

Hawaii $44,491 Rhode Island $44,133 Maryland $43,890 Minnesota $43,558 Colorado $43,431 Illinois $43,388 Oregon $43,226 Delaware $43,107

New Hampshire $43,032 Virginia $42,865 Pennsylvania $42,375 Nevada $42,128 North Dakota $42,047 Michigan $41,920 Wisconsin $41,873 Vermont $41,779

Texas $41,519 Maine $41,502 Arizona $41,477 Ohio $41,447 Georgia $41,055 Indiana $40,860 Wyoming $40,821 Utah $40,762

Iowa $40,736 Kansas $40,532 Louisiana $40,472 North Carolina $40,451 Missouri $40,443 Florida $40,277 Montana $40,187 Nebraska $40,102

Kentucky $40,055 South Carolina $39,885 Tennessee $39,778 Idaho $39,736 New Mexico $39,425 Oklahoma $39,357 Alabama $39,106 South Dakota $38,685

Arkansas $38,455 West Virginia $38,331 Mississippi $37,961

Top Paying Cities for Yard Supervisors

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: $42,913
Little Creek: $43,227
Magnolia: $43,165

Lincoln, DE $42,913 Little Creek, DE $43,227 Magnolia, DE $43,165 Milford, DE $43,022 Marydel, DE $43,093 Millsboro, DE $42,733 Millville, DE $42,799 Milton, DE $42,873

Nassau, DE $42,904 Ocean View, DE $42,792 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,874 Seaford, DE $42,898 Selbyville, DE $42,721 Smyrna, DE $43,257 Viola, DE $43,058 Woodside, DE $43,174

Bear, DE $43,074 Newark, DE $43,058 Claymont, DE $43,146 Delaware City, DE $43,101 Hockessin, DE $43,054 Kirkwood, DE $43,093 Middletown, DE $43,109 Montchanin, DE $43,064

New Castle, DE $43,070 Odessa, DE $43,131 Port Penn, DE $43,160 Rockland, DE $43,068 Saint Georges, DE $43,096 Townsend, DE $43,162 Winterthur, DE $43,073 Lewes, DE $42,890

Wilmington, DE $43,056 Dover, DE $43,227 Dover Afb, DE $43,000 Bethany Beach, DE $42,747 Bethel, DE $42,791 Bridgeville, DE $42,892 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,105 Cheswold, DE $43,213

Clayton, DE $43,214 Dagsboro, DE $42,717 Delmar, DE $42,648 Ellendale, DE $42,778 Felton, DE $43,019 Fenwick Island, DE $42,726 Frankford, DE $42,652 Frederica, DE $43,061

Georgetown, DE $42,701 Greenwood, DE $42,899 Harbeson, DE $42,746 Harrington, DE $42,964 Hartly, DE $43,098 Houston, DE $42,903 Kenton, DE $43,217 Laurel, DE $42,675

Yorklyn, DE $43,067

Yard Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Yard Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Yard Supervisor positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Yard Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Yard Supervisor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$51,729	$25.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$49,573	$24.0	15%
Financial Services	$49,573	$24.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$47,418	$23.0	10%
Biotechnology	$47,418	$23.0	10%

Yard Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Yard Supervisor'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

$38,647

Average $43,107/year

$48,821

$3,221

Average $3,592/month

$4,068

$743

Average $829/week

$939

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,821	$4,068	$939	$23
Average	$43,107	$3,592	$829	$21
25th Percentile	$38,647	$3,221	$743	$19

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