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

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

How does experience change A Construction Builder's salary?

A Construction Builder's salary grows with experience: starting around $53,753 for beginners, reaching about $56,426 at mid-level, and approach $57,097 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Construction Builder?

Construction Builder salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction Builder roles are District of Columbia $61,085, California $60,853, Massachusetts $60,042. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction Builder roles make?

Salaries for Construction Builder level roles vary by specialization: Builder Construction Manager: $152,029; Home Builder Construction Manager: $134,300; Builder Contractor: $73,202; Model Builder: $71,990; Fixture Builder: $70,900.

Construction Builder Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction Builder make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Construction Builder in Delaware is $55,998 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,667
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,293 to $65,770
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,098

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Construction Builder Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,770	$5,481	$1,265	$32
Average	$55,998	$4,667	$1,077	$27
25th Percentile	$50,293	$4,191	$967	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Construction Builder Salaries

A Construction Builder'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 Construction Builder Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Builder'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): $53,753
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,581
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,426
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $56,677
Expert (over 8 years): $57,097

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Construction Builder	$53,753
Intermediate Level Construction Builder	$54,581
Senior Level Construction Builder	$56,426
Specialist Level Construction Builder	$56,677
Expert Level Construction Builder	$57,097

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How Do Construction Builder 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 Construction Builders. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,085.
California: $60,853.
Massachusetts: $60,042.

District of Columbia $61,085 California $60,853 Massachusetts $60,042 Washington $59,821 New Jersey $59,799 Alaska $59,722 Connecticut $58,961 New York $58,652

Hawaii $57,664 Rhode Island $57,201 Maryland $56,886 Minnesota $56,456 Colorado $56,291 Illinois $56,235 Oregon $56,026 Delaware $55,871

New Hampshire $55,774 Virginia $55,557 Pennsylvania $54,922 Nevada $54,602 North Dakota $54,498 Michigan $54,332 Wisconsin $54,271 Vermont $54,150

Texas $53,813 Maine $53,791 Arizona $53,758 Ohio $53,720 Georgia $53,212 Indiana $52,958 Wyoming $52,909 Utah $52,831

Iowa $52,798 Kansas $52,533 Louisiana $52,456 North Carolina $52,429 Missouri $52,418 Florida $52,202 Montana $52,087 Nebraska $51,976

Kentucky $51,916 South Carolina $51,695 Tennessee $51,557 Idaho $51,502 New Mexico $51,099 Oklahoma $51,011 Alabama $50,685 South Dakota $50,139

Arkansas $49,841 West Virginia $49,681 Mississippi $49,201

Top Paying Cities for Construction Builders

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: $57,824
Little Creek: $57,289
Magnolia: $57,526

Lincoln, DE $57,824 Little Creek, DE $57,289 Magnolia, DE $57,526 Milford, DE $57,824 Marydel, DE $57,074 Millsboro, DE $57,824 Millville, DE $58,210 Milton, DE $57,824

Nassau, DE $57,824 Ocean View, DE $58,210 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,210 Seaford, DE $57,217 Selbyville, DE $58,210 Smyrna, DE $57,008 Viola, DE $57,526 Woodside, DE $57,361

Bear, DE $56,588 Newark, DE $56,611 Claymont, DE $56,655 Delaware City, DE $56,611 Hockessin, DE $56,655 Kirkwood, DE $56,611 Middletown, DE $56,892 Montchanin, DE $56,655

New Castle, DE $56,655 Odessa, DE $56,969 Port Penn, DE $56,456 Rockland, DE $56,655 Saint Georges, DE $56,611 Townsend, DE $56,886 Winterthur, DE $56,655 Lewes, DE $57,824

Wilmington, DE $56,655 Dover, DE $57,262 Dover Afb, DE $57,394 Bethany Beach, DE $58,210 Bethel, DE $57,217 Bridgeville, DE $57,824 Camden Wyoming, DE $57,322 Cheswold, DE $57,129

Clayton, DE $56,986 Dagsboro, DE $58,210 Delmar, DE $57,217 Ellendale, DE $57,824 Felton, DE $57,824 Fenwick Island, DE $58,210 Frankford, DE $58,210 Frederica, DE $57,824

Georgetown, DE $57,824 Greenwood, DE $57,824 Harbeson, DE $57,824 Harrington, DE $57,824 Hartly, DE $56,958 Houston, DE $57,824 Kenton, DE $56,986 Laurel, DE $57,217

Yorklyn, DE $56,655

Construction Builder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Builder'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

$50,293

Average $55,998/year

$65,770

$4,191

Average $4,667/month

$5,481

$967

Average $1,077/week

$1,265

$24

Average $27/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,770	$5,481	$1,265	$32
Average	$55,998	$4,667	$1,077	$27
25th Percentile	$50,293	$4,191	$967	$24

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