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

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

What are the highest paying states for a Choke Setter?

Choke Setter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Choke Setter roles are District of Columbia $48,456, California $48,272, Massachusetts $47,629. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Choke Setter roles make?

Salaries for Choke Setter level roles vary by specialization: Die Setter: $69,114; Hard Tile Setter: $59,979; Form Setter: $53,032; Diamond Setter: $52,907; Tool Setter: $51,062.

Choke Setter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Choke Setter make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Choke Setter in Delaware is $44,421 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,331
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,432 to $52,225
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,531

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Choke Setter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,225	$4,352	$1,004	$25
Average	$44,421	$3,702	$854	$21
25th Percentile	$43,432	$3,619	$835	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Choke Setter Salaries

A Choke Setter's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Choke Setter 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 Choke Setters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $48,456.
California: $48,272.
Massachusetts: $47,629.

District of Columbia $48,456 California $48,272 Massachusetts $47,629 Washington $47,454 New Jersey $47,436 Alaska $47,375 Connecticut $46,771 New York $46,526

Hawaii $45,743 Rhode Island $45,375 Maryland $45,125 Minnesota $44,784 Colorado $44,653 Illinois $44,609 Oregon $44,443 Delaware $44,320

New Hampshire $44,243 Virginia $44,071 Pennsylvania $43,567 Nevada $43,314 North Dakota $43,230 Michigan $43,099 Wisconsin $43,051 Vermont $42,955

Texas $42,688 Maine $42,670 Arizona $42,644 Ohio $42,613 Georgia $42,211 Indiana $42,009 Wyoming $41,970 Utah $41,909

Iowa $41,883 Kansas $41,672 Louisiana $41,611 North Carolina $41,589 Missouri $41,581 Florida $41,410 Montana $41,318 Nebraska $41,230

Kentucky $41,182 South Carolina $41,007 Tennessee $40,898 Idaho $40,854 New Mexico $40,535 Oklahoma $40,465 Alabama $40,206 South Dakota $39,773

Arkansas $39,537 West Virginia $39,410 Mississippi $39,029

Top Paying Cities for Choke Setters

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: $45,869
Little Creek: $45,445
Magnolia: $45,633

Lincoln, DE $45,869 Little Creek, DE $45,445 Magnolia, DE $45,633 Milford, DE $45,869 Marydel, DE $45,274 Millsboro, DE $45,869 Millville, DE $46,176 Milton, DE $45,869

Nassau, DE $45,869 Ocean View, DE $46,176 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,176 Seaford, DE $45,388 Selbyville, DE $46,176 Smyrna, DE $45,222 Viola, DE $45,633 Woodside, DE $45,502

Bear, DE $44,889 Newark, DE $44,907 Claymont, DE $44,942 Delaware City, DE $44,907 Hockessin, DE $44,942 Kirkwood, DE $44,907 Middletown, DE $45,130 Montchanin, DE $44,942

New Castle, DE $44,942 Odessa, DE $45,191 Port Penn, DE $44,784 Rockland, DE $44,942 Saint Georges, DE $44,907 Townsend, DE $45,125 Winterthur, DE $44,942 Lewes, DE $45,869

Wilmington, DE $44,942 Dover, DE $45,423 Dover Afb, DE $45,528 Bethany Beach, DE $46,176 Bethel, DE $45,388 Bridgeville, DE $45,869 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,471 Cheswold, DE $45,318

Clayton, DE $45,204 Dagsboro, DE $46,176 Delmar, DE $45,388 Ellendale, DE $45,869 Felton, DE $45,869 Fenwick Island, DE $46,176 Frankford, DE $46,176 Frederica, DE $45,869

Georgetown, DE $45,869 Greenwood, DE $45,869 Harbeson, DE $45,869 Harrington, DE $45,869 Hartly, DE $45,182 Houston, DE $45,869 Kenton, DE $45,204 Laurel, DE $45,388

Yorklyn, DE $44,942

Choke Setter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Choke Setter'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 18, 2021

$43,432

Average $44,421/year

$52,225

$3,619

Average $3,702/month

$4,352

$835

Average $854/week

$1,004

$21

Average $21/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,225	$4,352	$1,004	$25
Average	$44,421	$3,702	$854	$21
25th Percentile	$43,432	$3,619	$835	$21

Choke Setter Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Choke Setter, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Crater/Packer II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $40,066 - a projected growth of -10% over your current level.

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