What are the main factors that influence a Materials Handler II's salary?

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

How does experience change A Materials Handler 's salary?

A Materials Handler 's salary grows with experience: a Materials Handler I (0-1 years)earns $37,628, a Materials Handler II (1-3 years)earns $41,937, a Materials Handler III (3-5 years)earns $47,309, a Materials Handling Supervisor (5+ years)earns $77,955,

What are the highest paying states for a Materials Handler II?

Materials Handler II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Materials Handler II roles are District of Columbia $45,746, California $45,573, Massachusetts $44,965. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Materials Handler roles make?

Salaries for Materials Handler level roles vary by specialization: Senior Materials Handler: $46,690; Materials Handler III: $46,610; Forklift Operator/Materials Handler: $42,760; Materials Handler: $41,982; Forklift/Jack Materials Handler II: $41,400.

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Materials Handler II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Materials Handler II make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Materials Handler II in Delaware is $41,937 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $50,527
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,054 to $46,433
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,430

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Materials Handler II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,433	$3,869	$893	$22
Average	$41,937	$3,495	$806	$20
25th Percentile	$39,054	$3,255	$751	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Materials Handler II Salaries

A Materials Handler II'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 Materials Handler Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Materials Handler II'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:

Materials Handler I (0-1 years): $37,628
Materials Handler II (1-3 years): $41,937
Materials Handler III (3-5 years): $47,309
Materials Handling Supervisor (5+ years): $77,955

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Materials Handler I	0-1 years	$37,628
Materials Handler II	1-3 years	$41,937
Materials Handler III	3-5 years	$47,309
Materials Handling Supervisor	5+ years	$77,955

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How Do Materials Handler II 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 Materials Handler IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $45,746.
California: $45,573.
Massachusetts: $44,965.

District of Columbia $45,746 California $45,573 Massachusetts $44,965 Washington $44,800 New Jersey $44,783 Alaska $44,726 Connecticut $44,155 New York $43,924

Hawaii $43,185 Rhode Island $42,837 Maryland $42,602 Minnesota $42,280 Colorado $42,156 Illinois $42,114 Oregon $41,957 Delaware $41,842

New Hampshire $41,769 Virginia $41,606 Pennsylvania $41,131 Nevada $40,891 North Dakota $40,813 Michigan $40,689 Wisconsin $40,644 Vermont $40,553

Texas $40,301 Maine $40,284 Arizona $40,259 Ohio $40,230 Georgia $39,850 Indiana $39,660 Wyoming $39,623 Utah $39,565

Iowa $39,540 Kansas $39,342 Louisiana $39,284 North Carolina $39,264 Missouri $39,255 Florida $39,094 Montana $39,007 Nebraska $38,925

Kentucky $38,879 South Carolina $38,714 Tennessee $38,611 Idaho $38,569 New Mexico $38,268 Oklahoma $38,202 Alabama $37,958 South Dakota $37,549

Arkansas $37,326 West Virginia $37,206 Mississippi $36,847

Top Paying Cities for Materials Handler IIs

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: $43,304
Little Creek: $42,904
Magnolia: $43,081

Lincoln, DE $43,304 Little Creek, DE $42,904 Magnolia, DE $43,081 Milford, DE $43,304 Marydel, DE $42,742 Millsboro, DE $43,304 Millville, DE $43,594 Milton, DE $43,304

Nassau, DE $43,304 Ocean View, DE $43,594 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,594 Seaford, DE $42,850 Selbyville, DE $43,594 Smyrna, DE $42,693 Viola, DE $43,081 Woodside, DE $42,957

Bear, DE $42,379 Newark, DE $42,395 Claymont, DE $42,428 Delaware City, DE $42,395 Hockessin, DE $42,428 Kirkwood, DE $42,395 Middletown, DE $42,606 Montchanin, DE $42,428

New Castle, DE $42,428 Odessa, DE $42,664 Port Penn, DE $42,280 Rockland, DE $42,428 Saint Georges, DE $42,395 Townsend, DE $42,602 Winterthur, DE $42,428 Lewes, DE $43,304

Wilmington, DE $42,428 Dover, DE $42,883 Dover Afb, DE $42,982 Bethany Beach, DE $43,594 Bethel, DE $42,850 Bridgeville, DE $43,304 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,928 Cheswold, DE $42,784

Clayton, DE $42,676 Dagsboro, DE $43,594 Delmar, DE $42,850 Ellendale, DE $43,304 Felton, DE $43,304 Fenwick Island, DE $43,594 Frankford, DE $43,594 Frederica, DE $43,304

Georgetown, DE $43,304 Greenwood, DE $43,304 Harbeson, DE $43,304 Harrington, DE $43,304 Hartly, DE $42,656 Houston, DE $43,304 Kenton, DE $42,676 Laurel, DE $42,850

Yorklyn, DE $42,428

Materials Handler II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Materials Handler II'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.

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$39,054

Average $41,937/year

$46,433

$3,255

Average $3,495/month

$3,869

$751

Average $806/week

$893

$19

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$46,433	$3,869	$893	$22
Average	$41,937	$3,495	$806	$20
25th Percentile	$39,054	$3,255	$751	$19

Materials Handler II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Materials Handler II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Materials Handler III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $47,309 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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