In Delaware, helpers--electricians earn $38,770 at the median — $18.64 an hour. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $52K for experienced workers.
ⓘ
Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Delaware. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
Bar chart showing Helpers--Electricians salary percentiles in Delaware: 10th percentile $29,810, 25th percentile $31,930, median $38,770, 75th percentile $46,950, 90th percentile $52,430. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Entry-level helpers--electricians (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $39K. Top earners bring in $52K or more, a $23K spread from bottom to top.
How much do helpers--electricians make in Delaware?▼
The median is $38,770 a year, that works out to about $19 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $29,810, and experienced helpers--electricians can clear $52,430. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $39K enough to live in Delaware?▼
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,634/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,448/month, which eats 55% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a helpers--electricians salary go in Delaware?▼
Delaware has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median helpers--electricians salary is worth about $39,760 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--electricians get paid the most?▼
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.
