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

A Construction General Superintendent's salary grows with experience: a Construction General Superintendent (0-3 years)earns $113,103, a Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $132,271, a Resident Construction Manager I (5+ years)earns $149,378, a Resident Construction Manager II (5+ years)earns $173,366,

What are the highest paying states for a Construction General Superintendent?

Construction General Superintendent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Construction General Superintendent roles are District of Columbia $123,290, California $122,822, Massachusetts $121,185. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Construction General Superintendent roles make?

Salaries for Construction General Superintendent level roles vary by specialization: Traveling Construction Superintendent: $149,718; Chief Construction Field Superintendent: $130,238; General Superintendent: $113,304; Construction Superintendent: $113,304; Commercial Construction Superintendent: $113,304.

Construction General Superintendent Salary in Delaware

How much does a Construction General Superintendent make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Construction General Superintendent in Delaware is $113,023 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,411
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,430 to $125,789
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $88,964

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Construction General Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,789	$10,482	$2,419	$60
Average	$113,023	$9,419	$2,174	$54
25th Percentile	$100,430	$8,369	$1,931	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Construction General Superintendent Salaries

A Construction General Superintendent'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 Do Construction General Superintendent 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 General Superintendents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $123,290.
California: $122,822.
Massachusetts: $121,185.

District of Columbia $123,290 California $122,822 Massachusetts $121,185 Washington $120,740 New Jersey $120,695 Alaska $120,540 Connecticut $119,003 New York $118,379

Hawaii $116,386 Rhode Island $115,451 Maryland $114,816 Minnesota $113,947 Colorado $113,613 Illinois $113,502 Oregon $113,079 Delaware $112,767

New Hampshire $112,571 Virginia $112,132 Pennsylvania $110,852 Nevada $110,206 North Dakota $109,994 Michigan $109,660 Wisconsin $109,538 Vermont $109,293

Texas $108,614 Maine $108,569 Arizona $108,502 Ohio $108,424 Georgia $107,400 Indiana $106,888 Wyoming $106,787 Utah $106,632

Iowa $106,565 Kansas $106,030 Louisiana $105,874 North Carolina $105,819 Missouri $105,796 Florida $105,362 Montana $105,128 Nebraska $104,906

Kentucky $104,783 South Carolina $104,338 Tennessee $104,059 Idaho $103,948 New Mexico $103,135 Oklahoma $102,957 Alabama $102,300 South Dakota $101,198

Arkansas $100,596 West Virginia $100,273 Mississippi $99,305

Top Paying Cities for Construction General Superintendents

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: $116,709
Little Creek: $115,629
Magnolia: $116,108

Lincoln, DE $116,709 Little Creek, DE $115,629 Magnolia, DE $116,108 Milford, DE $116,709 Marydel, DE $115,195 Millsboro, DE $116,709 Millville, DE $117,488 Milton, DE $116,709

Nassau, DE $116,709 Ocean View, DE $117,488 Rehoboth Beach, DE $117,488 Seaford, DE $115,484 Selbyville, DE $117,488 Smyrna, DE $115,061 Viola, DE $116,108 Woodside, DE $115,774

Bear, DE $114,215 Newark, DE $114,259 Claymont, DE $114,348 Delaware City, DE $114,259 Hockessin, DE $114,348 Kirkwood, DE $114,259 Middletown, DE $114,827 Montchanin, DE $114,348

New Castle, DE $114,348 Odessa, DE $114,983 Port Penn, DE $113,947 Rockland, DE $114,348 Saint Georges, DE $114,259 Townsend, DE $114,816 Winterthur, DE $114,348 Lewes, DE $116,709

Wilmington, DE $114,348 Dover, DE $115,573 Dover Afb, DE $115,840 Bethany Beach, DE $117,488 Bethel, DE $115,484 Bridgeville, DE $116,709 Camden Wyoming, DE $115,696 Cheswold, DE $115,306

Clayton, DE $115,016 Dagsboro, DE $117,488 Delmar, DE $115,484 Ellendale, DE $116,709 Felton, DE $116,709 Fenwick Island, DE $117,488 Frankford, DE $117,488 Frederica, DE $116,709

Georgetown, DE $116,709 Greenwood, DE $116,709 Harbeson, DE $116,709 Harrington, DE $116,709 Hartly, DE $114,961 Houston, DE $116,709 Kenton, DE $115,016 Laurel, DE $115,484

Yorklyn, DE $114,348

Construction General Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction General Superintendent'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

$100,430

Average $113,023/year

$125,789

$8,369

Average $9,419/month

$10,482

$1,931

Average $2,174/week

$2,419

$48

Average $54/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,789	$10,482	$2,419	$60
Average	$113,023	$9,419	$2,174	$54
25th Percentile	$100,430	$8,369	$1,931	$48

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