What are the main factors that influence a Tool and Die Apprentice's salary?

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

How does experience change A Tool and Die Apprentice's salary?

A Tool and Die Apprentice's salary grows with experience: a Tool and Die Maker I ( years)earns $0, a Tool and Die Apprentice (1-3 years)earns $64,679, a Tool and Die Maker III (3-5 years)earns $72,503, a Tool and Die Maker IV (5-7 years)earns $80,957, a Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor I (7+ years)earns $85,377,

What are the highest paying states for a Tool and Die Apprentice?

Tool and Die Apprentice salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Tool and Die Apprentice roles are District of Columbia $70,376, California $70,109, Massachusetts $69,175. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Tool and Die Apprentice roles make?

Salaries for Tool and Die Apprentice level roles vary by specialization: Tool and Die Supervisor III: $102,800; Tool and Die Supervisor: $97,441; Tool and Die Supervisor II: $89,700; Tool and Die Maker: $71,112; Tool and Die Maker, Experienced: $70,460.

Tool and Die Apprentice Salary in Delaware

How much does a Tool and Die Apprentice make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Tool and Die Apprentice in Delaware is $64,516 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Tool and Die Apprentice's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,299
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,020 to $69,637
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,106

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Tool and Die Apprentice Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,637	$5,803	$1,339	$33
Average	$64,516	$5,376	$1,241	$31
25th Percentile	$58,020	$4,835	$1,116	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Tool and Die Apprentice Salaries

A Tool and Die Apprentice'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 Tool and Die Apprentice Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Tool and Die Apprentice'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): $0
Early Career (1-2 years): $64,679
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,503
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $80,957
Expert (over 8 years): $85,377

Levels	Salary
Tool and ... Level Tool and Die Apprentice	$0
Tool and ... Level Tool and Die Apprentice	$64,679
Tool and ... Level Tool and Die Apprentice	$72,503
Tool and ... Level Tool and Die Apprentice	$80,957
Tool, Die... Level Tool and Die Apprentice	$85,377

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How Do Tool and Die Apprentice 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 Tool and Die Apprentices. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,376.
California: $70,109.
Massachusetts: $69,175.

District of Columbia $70,376 California $70,109 Massachusetts $69,175 Washington $68,921 New Jersey $68,895 Alaska $68,806 Connecticut $67,929 New York $67,573

Hawaii $66,436 Rhode Island $65,902 Maryland $65,539 Minnesota $65,044 Colorado $64,853 Illinois $64,789 Oregon $64,548 Delaware $64,370

New Hampshire $64,258 Virginia $64,007 Pennsylvania $63,276 Nevada $62,908 North Dakota $62,787 Michigan $62,596 Wisconsin $62,526 Vermont $62,387

Texas $61,999 Maine $61,973 Arizona $61,935 Ohio $61,891 Georgia $61,306 Indiana $61,014 Wyoming $60,956 Utah $60,867

Iowa $60,829 Kansas $60,524 Louisiana $60,435 North Carolina $60,403 Missouri $60,391 Florida $60,143 Montana $60,009 Nebraska $59,882

Kentucky $59,812 South Carolina $59,558 Tennessee $59,399 Idaho $59,336 New Mexico $58,872 Oklahoma $58,770 Alabama $58,395 South Dakota $57,766

Arkansas $57,422 West Virginia $57,238 Mississippi $56,685

Top Paying Cities for Tool and Die Apprentices

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: $66,620
Little Creek: $66,003
Magnolia: $66,277

Lincoln, DE $66,620 Little Creek, DE $66,003 Magnolia, DE $66,277 Milford, DE $66,620 Marydel, DE $65,755 Millsboro, DE $66,620 Millville, DE $67,065 Milton, DE $66,620

Nassau, DE $66,620 Ocean View, DE $67,065 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,065 Seaford, DE $65,921 Selbyville, DE $67,065 Smyrna, DE $65,679 Viola, DE $66,277 Woodside, DE $66,086

Bear, DE $65,196 Newark, DE $65,221 Claymont, DE $65,272 Delaware City, DE $65,221 Hockessin, DE $65,272 Kirkwood, DE $65,221 Middletown, DE $65,546 Montchanin, DE $65,272

New Castle, DE $65,272 Odessa, DE $65,635 Port Penn, DE $65,044 Rockland, DE $65,272 Saint Georges, DE $65,221 Townsend, DE $65,539 Winterthur, DE $65,272 Lewes, DE $66,620

Wilmington, DE $65,272 Dover, DE $65,972 Dover Afb, DE $66,124 Bethany Beach, DE $67,065 Bethel, DE $65,921 Bridgeville, DE $66,620 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,041 Cheswold, DE $65,819

Clayton, DE $65,654 Dagsboro, DE $67,065 Delmar, DE $65,921 Ellendale, DE $66,620 Felton, DE $66,620 Fenwick Island, DE $67,065 Frankford, DE $67,065 Frederica, DE $66,620

Georgetown, DE $66,620 Greenwood, DE $66,620 Harbeson, DE $66,620 Harrington, DE $66,620 Hartly, DE $65,622 Houston, DE $66,620 Kenton, DE $65,654 Laurel, DE $65,921

Yorklyn, DE $65,272

Tool and Die Apprentice Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Tool and Die Apprentice'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

$58,020

Average $64,516/year

$69,637

$4,835

Average $5,376/month

$5,803

$1,116

Average $1,241/week

$1,339

$28

Average $31/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,637	$5,803	$1,339	$33
Average	$64,516	$5,376	$1,241	$31
25th Percentile	$58,020	$4,835	$1,116	$28

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