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

A Fleet Mechanic's salary grows with experience: starting around $49,357 for beginners, reaching about $52,654 at mid-level, and approach $53,443 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Fleet Mechanic?

Fleet Mechanic salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Fleet Mechanic roles are District of Columbia $55,799, California $55,587, Massachusetts $54,846. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Fleet Mechanic roles make?

Salaries for Fleet Mechanic level roles vary by specialization: Fleet Director: $143,705; Fleet Engineer: $104,631; Fleet Manager: $102,402; Fleet Supervisor: $63,811; Fleet Technician: $62,291.

Fleet Mechanic Salary in Delaware

How much does a Fleet Mechanic make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Fleet Mechanic in Delaware is $51,152 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,051
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,026 to $57,904
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,448

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Fleet Mechanic Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,904	$4,825	$1,114	$28
Average	$51,152	$4,263	$984	$25
25th Percentile	$45,026	$3,752	$866	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Fleet Mechanic Salaries

A Fleet 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 Fleet Mechanic Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fleet 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): $49,357
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,482
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,654
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $52,950
Expert (over 8 years): $53,443

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Fleet Mechanic	$49,357
Intermediate Level Fleet Mechanic	$50,482
Senior Level Fleet Mechanic	$52,654
Specialist Level Fleet Mechanic	$52,950
Expert Level Fleet Mechanic	$53,443

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

District of Columbia: $55,799.
California: $55,587.
Massachusetts: $54,846.

District of Columbia $55,799 California $55,587 Massachusetts $54,846 Washington $54,644 New Jersey $54,624 Alaska $54,554 Connecticut $53,858 New York $53,576

Hawaii $52,674 Rhode Island $52,251 Maryland $51,963 Minnesota $51,570 Colorado $51,419 Illinois $51,369 Oregon $51,177 Delaware $51,036

New Hampshire $50,947 Virginia $50,749 Pennsylvania $50,169 Nevada $49,877 North Dakota $49,781 Michigan $49,630 Wisconsin $49,575 Vermont $49,464

Texas $49,156 Maine $49,136 Arizona $49,106 Ohio $49,071 Georgia $48,607 Indiana $48,375 Wyoming $48,330 Utah $48,259

Iowa $48,229 Kansas $47,987 Louisiana $47,917 North Carolina $47,891 Missouri $47,881 Florida $47,685 Montana $47,579 Nebraska $47,478

Kentucky $47,423 South Carolina $47,221 Tennessee $47,095 Idaho $47,045 New Mexico $46,677 Oklahoma $46,596 Alabama $46,299 South Dakota $45,800

Arkansas $45,528 West Virginia $45,382 Mississippi $44,943

Top Paying Cities for Fleet 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: $52,820
Little Creek: $52,331
Magnolia: $52,548

Lincoln, DE $52,820 Little Creek, DE $52,331 Magnolia, DE $52,548 Milford, DE $52,820 Marydel, DE $52,135 Millsboro, DE $52,820 Millville, DE $53,173 Milton, DE $52,820

Nassau, DE $52,820 Ocean View, DE $53,173 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,173 Seaford, DE $52,266 Selbyville, DE $53,173 Smyrna, DE $52,074 Viola, DE $52,548 Woodside, DE $52,397

Bear, DE $51,691 Newark, DE $51,711 Claymont, DE $51,752 Delaware City, DE $51,711 Hockessin, DE $51,752 Kirkwood, DE $51,711 Middletown, DE $51,968 Montchanin, DE $51,752

New Castle, DE $51,752 Odessa, DE $52,039 Port Penn, DE $51,570 Rockland, DE $51,752 Saint Georges, DE $51,711 Townsend, DE $51,963 Winterthur, DE $51,752 Lewes, DE $52,820

Wilmington, DE $51,752 Dover, DE $52,306 Dover Afb, DE $52,427 Bethany Beach, DE $53,173 Bethel, DE $52,266 Bridgeville, DE $52,820 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,362 Cheswold, DE $52,185

Clayton, DE $52,054 Dagsboro, DE $53,173 Delmar, DE $52,266 Ellendale, DE $52,820 Felton, DE $52,820 Fenwick Island, DE $53,173 Frankford, DE $53,173 Frederica, DE $52,820

Georgetown, DE $52,820 Greenwood, DE $52,820 Harbeson, DE $52,820 Harrington, DE $52,820 Hartly, DE $52,029 Houston, DE $52,820 Kenton, DE $52,054 Laurel, DE $52,266

Yorklyn, DE $51,752

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

Understanding how a Fleet 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 May 18, 2021

$45,026

Average $51,152/year

$57,904

$3,752

Average $4,263/month

$4,825

$866

Average $984/week

$1,114

$22

Average $25/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,904	$4,825	$1,114	$28
Average	$51,152	$4,263	$984	$25
25th Percentile	$45,026	$3,752	$866	$22

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