What are the main factors that influence a Mechanic's salary?

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

How does experience change A Mechanic's salary?

A Mechanic's salary grows with experience: a Mechanic (0-1 years)earns $53,833, a Facilities Mechanic Technician II (1-3 years)earns $59,802, a Facilities Mechanic Technician III (3-5 years)earns $66,753, a Facilities Mechanic Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $76,709, a Facilities Mechanic Supervisor (7+ years)earns $83,026,

What are the highest paying states for a Mechanic?

Mechanic salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mechanic roles are District of Columbia $59,275, California $59,050, Massachusetts $58,263. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mechanic roles make?

Salaries for Mechanic level roles vary by specialization: Line Mechanic: $67,492; GSE Mechanic: $58,425; Forklift Mechanic: $56,235; Mechanic Helper: $55,680; Mechanic 2 Engine Mechanic: $55,348.

Mechanic Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mechanic make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mechanic in Delaware is $54,215 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,151
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,098 to $59,416
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,529

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Mechanic Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,416	$4,951	$1,143	$29
Average	$54,215	$4,518	$1,043	$26
25th Percentile	$48,098	$4,008	$925	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Mechanic Salaries

A Mechanic'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 Mechanic Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mechanic'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): $53,833
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,802
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,753
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,709
Expert (over 8 years): $83,026

Levels	Salary
Mechanic Level Mechanic	$53,833
Facilitie... Level Mechanic	$59,802
Facilitie... Level Mechanic	$66,753
Facilitie... Level Mechanic	$76,709
Facilitie... Level Mechanic	$83,026

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How Do Mechanic 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 Mechanics. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,275.
California: $59,050.
Massachusetts: $58,263.

District of Columbia $59,275 California $59,050 Massachusetts $58,263 Washington $58,049 New Jersey $58,027 Alaska $57,952 Connecticut $57,213 New York $56,914

Hawaii $55,955 Rhode Island $55,506 Maryland $55,200 Minnesota $54,783 Colorado $54,622 Illinois $54,569 Oregon $54,365 Delaware $54,215

New Hampshire $54,121 Virginia $53,910 Pennsylvania $53,295 Nevada $52,984 North Dakota $52,882 Michigan $52,722 Wisconsin $52,663 Vermont $52,545

Texas $52,219 Maine $52,197 Arizona $52,165 Ohio $52,128 Georgia $51,635 Indiana $51,389 Wyoming $51,341 Utah $51,266

Iowa $51,233 Kansas $50,977 Louisiana $50,902 North Carolina $50,875 Missouri $50,864 Florida $50,655 Montana $50,543 Nebraska $50,436

Kentucky $50,377 South Carolina $50,163 Tennessee $50,029 Idaho $49,975 New Mexico $49,585 Oklahoma $49,499 Alabama $49,183 South Dakota $48,653

Arkansas $48,364 West Virginia $48,209 Mississippi $47,743

Top Paying Cities for Mechanics

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: $56,111
Little Creek: $55,591
Magnolia: $55,821

Lincoln, DE $56,111 Little Creek, DE $55,591 Magnolia, DE $55,821 Milford, DE $56,111 Marydel, DE $55,382 Millsboro, DE $56,111 Millville, DE $56,485 Milton, DE $56,111

Nassau, DE $56,111 Ocean View, DE $56,485 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,485 Seaford, DE $55,522 Selbyville, DE $56,485 Smyrna, DE $55,318 Viola, DE $55,821 Woodside, DE $55,661

Bear, DE $54,911 Newark, DE $54,933 Claymont, DE $54,976 Delaware City, DE $54,933 Hockessin, DE $54,976 Kirkwood, DE $54,933 Middletown, DE $55,206 Montchanin, DE $54,976

New Castle, DE $54,976 Odessa, DE $55,281 Port Penn, DE $54,783 Rockland, DE $54,976 Saint Georges, DE $54,933 Townsend, DE $55,200 Winterthur, DE $54,976 Lewes, DE $56,111

Wilmington, DE $54,976 Dover, DE $55,564 Dover Afb, DE $55,693 Bethany Beach, DE $56,485 Bethel, DE $55,522 Bridgeville, DE $56,111 Camden Wyoming, DE $55,623 Cheswold, DE $55,436

Clayton, DE $55,297 Dagsboro, DE $56,485 Delmar, DE $55,522 Ellendale, DE $56,111 Felton, DE $56,111 Fenwick Island, DE $56,485 Frankford, DE $56,485 Frederica, DE $56,111

Georgetown, DE $56,111 Greenwood, DE $56,111 Harbeson, DE $56,111 Harrington, DE $56,111 Hartly, DE $55,270 Houston, DE $56,111 Kenton, DE $55,297 Laurel, DE $55,522

Yorklyn, DE $54,976

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

Understanding how a Mechanic'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 April 01, 2026

$48,098

Average $54,215/year

$59,416

$4,008

Average $4,518/month

$4,951

$925

Average $1,043/week

$1,143

$23

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,416	$4,951	$1,143	$29
Average	$54,215	$4,518	$1,043	$26
25th Percentile	$48,098	$4,008	$925	$23

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