How much does an ADL Specialist make in Delaware? (2026)

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an ADL Specialist in Delaware is $81,144 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.However, an ADL Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Hereâ€™s a look at the typical salary range:Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,090Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,449 to $86,873Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,533

What are the main factors that influence an ADL Specialist's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for ADL Specialist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for ADL Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 26% above the market median.

How does experience change An ADL Specialist's salary?

An ADL Specialist's salary grows with experience: starting around $64,972 for beginners, reaching about $93,743 at mid-level, and approach $103,147 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an ADL Specialist?

ADL Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for ADL Specialist roles are District of Columbia $88,716, California $88,379, Massachusetts $87,201. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of ADL Specialist roles make?

Salaries for ADL Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Environmental Compliance Specialist: $85,738; Immigration Specialist: $83,069; Security Specialist: $63,160; IS Specialist: $63,055; Specialist: $48,022.

ADL Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does an ADL Specialist make in Delaware? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an ADL Specialist in Delaware is $81,144 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an ADL Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,090
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,449 to $86,873
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,533

10% $64,533

50% (Median) $81,144

90% $92,090

ADL Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,873	$7,239	$1,671	$42
Average	$81,144	$6,762	$1,560	$39
25th Percentile	$72,449	$6,037	$1,393	$35

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Key Factors That Influence ADL Specialist Salaries

An ADL Specialist'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 ADL Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ADL Specialist'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): $64,972
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,950
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,743
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,344
Expert (over 8 years): $103,147

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
System Documentation Specialist I	less than 1 year	$64,972
ADL Specialist	1-2 years	$79,950
System Documentation Specialist III	2-4 years	$93,743
System Documentation Specialist IV	5-8 years	$118,344
System Documentation Supervisor	over 8 years	$103,147

How Do ADL Specialist 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 ADL Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,716.
California: $88,379.
Massachusetts: $87,201.

District of Columbia $88,716 California $88,379 Massachusetts $87,201 Washington $86,881 New Jersey $86,849 Alaska $86,737 Connecticut $85,631 New York $85,182

Hawaii $83,748 Rhode Island $83,075 Maryland $82,618 Minnesota $81,993 Colorado $81,753 Illinois $81,673 Oregon $81,368 Delaware $81,144

New Hampshire $81,003 Virginia $80,687 Pennsylvania $79,766 Nevada $79,301 North Dakota $79,149 Michigan $78,908 Wisconsin $78,820 Vermont $78,644

Texas $78,155 Maine $78,123 Arizona $78,075 Ohio $78,019 Georgia $77,282 Indiana $76,913 Wyoming $76,841 Utah $76,729

Iowa $76,681 Kansas $76,296 Louisiana $76,184 North Carolina $76,144 Missouri $76,128 Florida $75,816 Montana $75,647 Nebraska $75,487

Kentucky $75,399 South Carolina $75,078 Tennessee $74,878 Idaho $74,798 New Mexico $74,213 Oklahoma $74,085 Alabama $73,612 South Dakota $72,819

Arkansas $72,386 West Virginia $72,154 Mississippi $71,457

Top Paying Cities for ADL Specialist

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: $80,779
Little Creek: $81,370
Magnolia: $81,253

Lincoln, DE $80,779

Little Creek, DE $81,370

Magnolia, DE $81,253

Milford, DE $80,984

Marydel, DE $81,117

Millsboro, DE $80,440

Millville, DE $80,564

Milton, DE $80,703

Nassau, DE $80,762

Ocean View, DE $80,550

Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,705

Seaford, DE $80,750

Selbyville, DE $80,416

Smyrna, DE $81,426

Viola, DE $81,051

Woodside, DE $81,269

Bear, DE $81,081

Newark, DE $81,051

Claymont, DE $81,217

Delaware City, DE $81,132

Hockessin, DE $81,044

Kirkwood, DE $81,117

Middletown, DE $81,148

Montchanin, DE $81,062

New Castle, DE $81,074

Odessa, DE $81,188

Port Penn, DE $81,242

Rockland, DE $81,070

Saint Georges, DE $81,122

Townsend, DE $81,247

Winterthur, DE $81,080

Lewes, DE $80,734

Wilmington, DE $81,048

Dover, DE $81,370

Dover Afb, DE $80,941

Bethany Beach, DE $80,465

Bethel, DE $80,549

Bridgeville, DE $80,738

Camden Wyoming, DE $81,141

Cheswold, DE $81,343

Clayton, DE $81,346

Dagsboro, DE $80,409

Delmar, DE $80,280

Ellendale, DE $80,524

Felton, DE $80,977

Fenwick Island, DE $80,427

Frankford, DE $80,287

Frederica, DE $81,057

Georgetown, DE $80,379

Greenwood, DE $80,751

Harbeson, DE $80,464

Harrington, DE $80,875

Hartly, DE $81,126

Houston, DE $80,759

Kenton, DE $81,350

Laurel, DE $80,331

Yorklyn, DE $81,068

ADL Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For ADL Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 26% above the average. In contrast, ADL Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view ADL Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an ADL Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$102,241	$49.0	26%
Aerospace & Defense	$88,447	$43.0	9%
Internet	$86,824	$42.0	7%
Healthcare	$86,013	$41.0	6%
Software & Networking	$86,013	$41.0	6%

ADL Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an ADL Specialist'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.

$72,449

Average $81,144/year

$86,873

$6,037

Average $6,762/month

$7,239

$1,393

Average $1,560/week

$1,671

$35

Average $39/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,873	$7,239	$1,671	$42
Average	$81,144	$6,762	$1,560	$39
25th Percentile	$72,449	$6,037	$1,393	$35

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