What are the main factors that influence a Support Worker's salary?

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

How does experience change A Support Worker's salary?

A Support Worker's salary grows with experience: starting around $39,066 for beginners, reaching about $41,601 at mid-level, and approach $41,913 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Support Worker?

Support Worker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Support Worker roles are District of Columbia $42,918, California $42,755, Massachusetts $42,185. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Support Worker roles make?

Salaries for Support Worker level roles vary by specialization: Client Support Worker: $64,686; Community Support Worker: $64,505; Youth Support Worker: $63,142; Autism Support Worker: $54,338; Dementia Support Worker: $54,338.

Support Worker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Support Worker make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Support Worker in Delaware is $39,344 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,002
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,773 to $43,353
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,522

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Support Worker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,353	$3,613	$834	$21
Average	$39,344	$3,279	$757	$19
25th Percentile	$35,773	$2,981	$688	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Support Worker Salaries

A Support Worker'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 Support Worker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Support Worker'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): $39,066
Early Career (1-2 years): $39,850
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,601
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $41,788
Expert (over 8 years): $41,913

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Support Worker	$39,066
Intermediate Level Support Worker	$39,850
Senior Level Support Worker	$41,601
Specialist Level Support Worker	$41,788
Expert Level Support Worker	$41,913

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How Do Support Worker 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 Support Workers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,918.
California: $42,755.
Massachusetts: $42,185.

District of Columbia $42,918 California $42,755 Massachusetts $42,185 Washington $42,030 New Jersey $42,014 Alaska $41,960 Connecticut $41,425 New York $41,208

Hawaii $40,514 Rhode Island $40,189 Maryland $39,968 Minnesota $39,665 Colorado $39,549 Illinois $39,510 Oregon $39,363 Delaware $39,254

New Hampshire $39,186 Virginia $39,034 Pennsylvania $38,588 Nevada $38,363 North Dakota $38,289 Michigan $38,173 Wisconsin $38,130 Vermont $38,045

Texas $37,809 Maine $37,793 Arizona $37,770 Ohio $37,743 Georgia $37,386 Indiana $37,208 Wyoming $37,173 Utah $37,119

Iowa $37,095 Kansas $36,909 Louisiana $36,855 North Carolina $36,836 Missouri $36,828 Florida $36,677 Montana $36,595 Nebraska $36,518

Kentucky $36,475 South Carolina $36,320 Tennessee $36,223 Idaho $36,185 New Mexico $35,902 Oklahoma $35,840 Alabama $35,611 South Dakota $35,227

Arkansas $35,018 West Virginia $34,905 Mississippi $34,568

Top Paying Cities for Support Workers

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: $40,627
Little Creek: $40,251
Magnolia: $40,417

Lincoln, DE $40,627 Little Creek, DE $40,251 Magnolia, DE $40,417 Milford, DE $40,627 Marydel, DE $40,100 Millsboro, DE $40,627 Millville, DE $40,898 Milton, DE $40,627

Nassau, DE $40,627 Ocean View, DE $40,898 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,898 Seaford, DE $40,200 Selbyville, DE $40,898 Smyrna, DE $40,053 Viola, DE $40,417 Woodside, DE $40,301

Bear, DE $39,758 Newark, DE $39,774 Claymont, DE $39,805 Delaware City, DE $39,774 Hockessin, DE $39,805 Kirkwood, DE $39,774 Middletown, DE $39,972 Montchanin, DE $39,805

New Castle, DE $39,805 Odessa, DE $40,026 Port Penn, DE $39,665 Rockland, DE $39,805 Saint Georges, DE $39,774 Townsend, DE $39,968 Winterthur, DE $39,805 Lewes, DE $40,627

Wilmington, DE $39,805 Dover, DE $40,231 Dover Afb, DE $40,324 Bethany Beach, DE $40,898 Bethel, DE $40,200 Bridgeville, DE $40,627 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,274 Cheswold, DE $40,138

Clayton, DE $40,037 Dagsboro, DE $40,898 Delmar, DE $40,200 Ellendale, DE $40,627 Felton, DE $40,627 Fenwick Island, DE $40,898 Frankford, DE $40,898 Frederica, DE $40,627

Georgetown, DE $40,627 Greenwood, DE $40,627 Harbeson, DE $40,627 Harrington, DE $40,627 Hartly, DE $40,018 Houston, DE $40,627 Kenton, DE $40,037 Laurel, DE $40,200

Yorklyn, DE $39,805

Support Worker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Support Worker'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

$35,773

Average $39,344/year

$43,353

$2,981

Average $3,279/month

$3,613

$688

Average $757/week

$834

$17

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,353	$3,613	$834	$21
Average	$39,344	$3,279	$757	$19
25th Percentile	$35,773	$2,981	$688	$17

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