What are the main factors that influence an After-School 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 After-School Specialist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for After-School Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An After-School Specialist's salary?

An After-School Specialist's salary grows with experience: starting around $62,268 for beginners, reaching about $89,841 at mid-level, and approach $98,853 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an After-School Specialist?

After-School Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for After-School Specialist roles are District of Columbia $69,547, California $69,283, Massachusetts $68,359. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

After-School Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does an After-School Specialist make in Delaware? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an After-School Specialist in Delaware is $63,611 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,927
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,705 to $70,057
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,327

10% $52,327

50% (Median) $63,611

90% $75,927

After-School Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,057	$5,838	$1,347	$34
Average	$63,611	$5,301	$1,223	$31
25th Percentile	$57,705	$4,809	$1,110	$28

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Key Factors That Influence After-School Specialist Salaries

An After-School 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 After-School Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an After-School 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): $62,268
Early Career (1-2 years): $76,622
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,841
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,418
Expert (over 8 years): $98,853

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
After-School Specialist	less than 1 year	$62,268
System Documentation Specialist II	1-2 years	$76,622
System Documentation Specialist III	2-4 years	$89,841
System Documentation Specialist IV	5-8 years	$113,418
System Documentation Supervisor	over 8 years	$98,853

How Do After-School 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 After-School Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,547.
California: $69,283.
Massachusetts: $68,359.

District of Columbia $69,547 California $69,283 Massachusetts $68,359 Washington $68,108 New Jersey $68,083 Alaska $67,995 Connecticut $67,128 New York $66,777

Hawaii $65,652 Rhode Island $65,125 Maryland $64,766 Minnesota $64,277 Colorado $64,088 Illinois $64,025 Oregon $63,787 Delaware $63,611

New Hampshire $63,500 Virginia $63,253 Pennsylvania $62,530 Nevada $62,166 North Dakota $62,047 Michigan $61,858 Wisconsin $61,789 Vermont $61,651

Texas $61,268 Maine $61,243 Arizona $61,205 Ohio $61,161 Georgia $60,583 Indiana $60,294 Wyoming $60,238 Utah $60,150

Iowa $60,112 Kansas $59,811 Louisiana $59,723 North Carolina $59,691 Missouri $59,679 Florida $59,434 Montana $59,302 Nebraska $59,176

Kentucky $59,107 South Carolina $58,856 Tennessee $58,699 Idaho $58,636 New Mexico $58,177 Oklahoma $58,077 Alabama $57,706 South Dakota $57,084

Arkansas $56,745 West Virginia $56,563 Mississippi $56,017

Top Paying Cities for After-School 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: $63,324
Little Creek: $63,788
Magnolia: $63,696

Lincoln, DE $63,324

Little Creek, DE $63,788

Magnolia, DE $63,696

Milford, DE $63,485

Marydel, DE $63,589

Millsboro, DE $63,059

Millville, DE $63,156

Milton, DE $63,265

Nassau, DE $63,311

Ocean View, DE $63,145

Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,267

Seaford, DE $63,302

Selbyville, DE $63,040

Smyrna, DE $63,832

Viola, DE $63,538

Woodside, DE $63,709

Bear, DE $63,562

Newark, DE $63,538

Claymont, DE $63,668

Delaware City, DE $63,601

Hockessin, DE $63,532

Kirkwood, DE $63,589

Middletown, DE $63,614

Montchanin, DE $63,547

New Castle, DE $63,556

Odessa, DE $63,645

Port Penn, DE $63,688

Rockland, DE $63,553

Saint Georges, DE $63,594

Townsend, DE $63,692

Winterthur, DE $63,560

Lewes, DE $63,290

Wilmington, DE $63,535

Dover, DE $63,788

Dover Afb, DE $63,452

Bethany Beach, DE $63,079

Bethel, DE $63,144

Bridgeville, DE $63,293

Camden Wyoming, DE $63,608

Cheswold, DE $63,767

Clayton, DE $63,769

Dagsboro, DE $63,035

Delmar, DE $62,934

Ellendale, DE $63,125

Felton, DE $63,480

Fenwick Island, DE $63,049

Frankford, DE $62,939

Frederica, DE $63,543

Georgetown, DE $63,011

Greenwood, DE $63,303

Harbeson, DE $63,078

Harrington, DE $63,400

Hartly, DE $63,597

Houston, DE $63,309

Kenton, DE $63,772

Laurel, DE $62,973

Yorklyn, DE $63,551

After-School Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For After-School Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Media sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, After-School Specialist positions in MFG Durable or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view After-School Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an After-School Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$82,694	$40.0	30%
Media	$79,513	$38.0	25%
Healthcare	$76,333	$37.0	20%
Retail & Wholesale	$75,061	$36.0	18%
Chemicals	$73,152	$35.0	15%

After-School Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an After-School 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.

$57,705

Average $63,611/year

$70,057

$4,809

Average $5,301/month

$5,838

$1,110

Average $1,223/week

$1,347

$28

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,057	$5,838	$1,347	$34
Average	$63,611	$5,301	$1,223	$31
25th Percentile	$57,705	$4,809	$1,110	$28

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