What are the main factors that influence an Apparel Designer IV'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 Apparel Designer IV?

The Retail & Wholesale industry offers the highest average compensation for Apparel Designer IV roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Apparel Designer 's salary?

An Apparel Designer 's salary grows with experience: an Apparel Designer II (2-4 years)earns $76,780, an Apparel Designer III (4-7 years)earns $98,590, an Apparel Designer IV (7+ years)earns $137,224, a Manager of Apparel (7+ years)earns $130,295, a Senior Manager of Apparel (7+ years)earns $162,336,

What are the highest paying states for an Apparel Designer IV?

Apparel Designer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Apparel Designer IV roles are District of Columbia $150,100, California $149,500, Massachusetts $147,500. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Apparel Designer roles make?

Salaries for Apparel Designer level roles vary by specialization: Fashion Designer IV: $135,503; Package Designer IV: $116,080; Apparel Designer III: $97,400; Interior Designer IV: $80,832; Apparel Designer: $79,243.

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Apparel Designer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does an Apparel Designer IV make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Apparel Designer IV in Delaware is $137,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

However, an Apparel Designer IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $150,482
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,200 to $144,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $118,004

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Apparel Designer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,200	$12,017	$2,773	$69
Average	$137,300	$11,442	$2,640	$66
25th Percentile	$127,200	$10,600	$2,446	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Apparel Designer IV Salaries

An Apparel Designer IV'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 Apparel Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Apparel Designer IV'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:

Apparel Designer II (2-4 years): $76,780
Apparel Designer III (4-7 years): $98,590
Apparel Designer IV (7+ years): $137,224
Manager of Apparel (7+ years): $130,295
Senior Manager of Apparel (7+ years): $162,336

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Apparel Designer II	2-4 years	$76,780
Apparel Designer III	4-7 years	$98,590
Apparel Designer IV	7+ years	$137,224
Manager of Apparel	7+ years	$130,295
Senior Manager of Apparel	7+ years	$162,336

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How Do Apparel Designer IV 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 Apparel Designer IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $150,100.
California: $149,500.
Massachusetts: $147,500.

District of Columbia $150,100 California $149,500 Massachusetts $147,500 Washington $147,000 New Jersey $146,900 Alaska $146,700 Connecticut $144,900 New York $144,100

Hawaii $141,700 Rhode Island $140,500 Maryland $139,800 Minnesota $138,700 Colorado $138,300 Illinois $138,200 Oregon $137,700 Delaware $137,300

New Hampshire $137,000 Virginia $136,500 Pennsylvania $134,900 Nevada $134,200 North Dakota $133,900 Michigan $133,500 Wisconsin $133,300 Vermont $133,000

Maine $132,200 Texas $132,200 Arizona $132,100 Ohio $132,000 Georgia $130,700 Indiana $130,100 Wyoming $130,000 Utah $129,800

Iowa $129,700 Kansas $129,100 Louisiana $128,900 Missouri $128,800 North Carolina $128,800 Florida $128,300 Montana $128,000 Nebraska $127,700

Kentucky $127,600 South Carolina $127,000 Tennessee $126,700 Idaho $126,500 New Mexico $125,600 Oklahoma $125,300 Alabama $124,500 South Dakota $123,200

Arkansas $122,500 West Virginia $122,100 Mississippi $120,900

Top Paying Cities for Apparel Designer IVs

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: $136,700
Little Creek: $137,700
Magnolia: $137,500

Lincoln, DE $136,700 Little Creek, DE $137,700 Magnolia, DE $137,500 Milford, DE $137,000 Marydel, DE $137,200 Millsboro, DE $136,100 Millville, DE $136,300 Milton, DE $136,500

Nassau, DE $136,600 Ocean View, DE $136,300 Rehoboth Beach, DE $136,500 Seaford, DE $136,600 Selbyville, DE $136,000 Smyrna, DE $137,800 Viola, DE $137,100 Woodside, DE $137,500

Bear, DE $137,200 Newark, DE $137,100 Claymont, DE $137,400 Delaware City, DE $137,300 Hockessin, DE $137,100 Kirkwood, DE $137,200 Middletown, DE $137,300 Montchanin, DE $137,100

New Castle, DE $137,200 Odessa, DE $137,300 Port Penn, DE $137,400 Rockland, DE $137,100 Saint Georges, DE $137,200 Townsend, DE $137,400 Winterthur, DE $137,200 Lewes, DE $136,600

Wilmington, DE $137,100 Dover, DE $137,700 Dover Afb, DE $136,900 Bethany Beach, DE $136,100 Bethel, DE $136,300 Bridgeville, DE $136,600 Camden Wyoming, DE $137,300 Cheswold, DE $137,600

Clayton, DE $137,600 Dagsboro, DE $136,000 Delmar, DE $135,800 Ellendale, DE $136,200 Felton, DE $137,000 Fenwick Island, DE $136,100 Frankford, DE $135,800 Frederica, DE $137,100

Georgetown, DE $136,000 Greenwood, DE $136,600 Harbeson, DE $136,100 Harrington, DE $136,800 Hartly, DE $137,200 Houston, DE $136,600 Kenton, DE $137,600 Laurel, DE $135,900

Yorklyn, DE $137,100

Apparel Designer IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Apparel Designer IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $152,011. While startup companies pay approximate $128,471.

Apparel Designer IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$128,471
Growth Stage	51~500	$135,905
Established	501~5000	$146,766
Enterprise	5000+	$152,011

Apparel Designer IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Apparel Designer IV roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Retail & Wholesale, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Apparel Designer positions in MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Apparel Designer IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Apparel Designer IV

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale	$164,760	$79.0	20%

Apparel Designer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Apparel Designer IV'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.

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$127,200

Average $137,300/year

$144,200

$10,600

Average $11,442/month

$12,017

$2,446

Average $2,640/week

$2,773

$61

Average $66/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,200	$12,017	$2,773	$69
Average	$137,300	$11,442	$2,640	$66
25th Percentile	$127,200	$10,600	$2,446	$61

Apparel Designer IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Apparel Designer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Manager of Apparel role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $130,300 - a projected growth of -5% over your current level.

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