What are the main factors that influence an Associate Buyer'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 Associate Buyer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Associate Buyer roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Associate Buyer's salary?

An Associate Buyer's salary grows with experience: an Associate Buyer (0-2 years)earns $61,893, an Intermediate Buyer (2-4 years)earns $75,196, a Purchasing Generalist III (4-7 years)earns $92,435, a Purchasing Generalist IV (7+ years)earns $115,957,

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Buyer?

Associate Buyer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Buyer roles are District of Columbia $67,700, California $67,500, Massachusetts $66,600. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Buyer roles make?

Salaries for Associate Buyer level roles vary by specialization: Buyer Sales Associate: $74,635; Associate Buyer Womens Footwear: $73,287; Associate Apparel Buyer: $73,215; Associate Audio Buyer: $72,953; Associate Buyer/Planner: $72,866.

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Associate Buyer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Buyer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Buyer in Delaware is $61,900 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Associate Buyer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,554
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,800 to $68,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,157

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Associate Buyer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,000	$5,667	$1,308	$33
Average	$61,900	$5,158	$1,190	$30
25th Percentile	$56,800	$4,733	$1,092	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Buyer Salaries

An Associate Buyer'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 Associate Buyer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Buyer'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:

Associate Buyer (0-2 years): $61,893
Intermediate Buyer (2-4 years): $75,196
Purchasing Generalist III (4-7 years): $92,435
Purchasing Generalist IV (7+ years): $115,957

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Associate Buyer	0-2 years	$61,893
Intermediate Buyer	2-4 years	$75,196
Purchasing Generalist III	4-7 years	$92,435
Purchasing Generalist IV	7+ years	$115,957

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How Do Associate Buyer 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 Associate Buyers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $67,700.
California: $67,500.
Massachusetts: $66,600.

District of Columbia $67,700 California $67,500 Massachusetts $66,600 Washington $66,300 New Jersey $66,300 Alaska $66,200 Connecticut $65,400 New York $65,000

Hawaii $63,900 Rhode Island $63,400 Maryland $63,100 Minnesota $62,600 Colorado $62,400 Illinois $62,300 Oregon $62,100 Delaware $61,900

New Hampshire $61,800 Virginia $61,600 Pennsylvania $60,900 Nevada $60,500 North Dakota $60,400 Michigan $60,200 Wisconsin $60,200 Vermont $60,000

Texas $59,700 Ohio $59,600 Maine $59,600 Arizona $59,600 Georgia $59,000 Indiana $58,700 Wyoming $58,700 Utah $58,600

Iowa $58,500 Kansas $58,200 Louisiana $58,200 North Carolina $58,100 Missouri $58,100 Florida $57,900 Montana $57,800 Nebraska $57,600

Kentucky $57,600 South Carolina $57,300 Tennessee $57,200 Idaho $57,100 New Mexico $56,700 Oklahoma $56,600 Alabama $56,200 South Dakota $55,600

Arkansas $55,300 West Virginia $55,100 Mississippi $54,600

Top Paying Cities for Associate Buyers

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: $61,700
Little Creek: $62,100
Magnolia: $62,000

Lincoln, DE $61,700 Little Creek, DE $62,100 Magnolia, DE $62,000 Milford, DE $61,800 Marydel, DE $61,900 Millsboro, DE $61,400 Millville, DE $61,500 Milton, DE $61,600

Nassau, DE $61,700 Ocean View, DE $61,500 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,600 Seaford, DE $61,600 Selbyville, DE $61,400 Smyrna, DE $62,200 Viola, DE $61,900 Woodside, DE $62,000

Bear, DE $61,900 Newark, DE $61,900 Claymont, DE $62,000 Delaware City, DE $61,900 Hockessin, DE $61,900 Kirkwood, DE $61,900 Middletown, DE $61,900 Montchanin, DE $61,900

New Castle, DE $61,900 Odessa, DE $62,000 Port Penn, DE $62,000 Rockland, DE $61,900 Saint Georges, DE $61,900 Townsend, DE $62,000 Winterthur, DE $61,900 Lewes, DE $61,600

Wilmington, DE $61,900 Dover, DE $62,100 Dover Afb, DE $61,800 Bethany Beach, DE $61,400 Bethel, DE $61,500 Bridgeville, DE $61,600 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,900 Cheswold, DE $62,100

Clayton, DE $62,100 Dagsboro, DE $61,400 Delmar, DE $61,300 Ellendale, DE $61,500 Felton, DE $61,800 Fenwick Island, DE $61,400 Frankford, DE $61,300 Frederica, DE $61,900

Georgetown, DE $61,400 Greenwood, DE $61,600 Harbeson, DE $61,400 Harrington, DE $61,700 Hartly, DE $61,900 Houston, DE $61,600 Kenton, DE $62,100 Laurel, DE $61,300

Yorklyn, DE $61,900

Associate Buyer Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Associate Buyer salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $69,235. While startup companies pay approximate $58,552.

Associate Buyer Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$58,552
Growth Stage	51~500	$61,928
Established	501~5000	$66,859
Enterprise	5000+	$69,235

Associate Buyer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Buyer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Associate Buyer positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Buyer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Buyer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$86,660	$42.0	40%
Financial Services	$80,470	$39.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$75,518	$36.0	22%
Energy & Utilities	$74,280	$36.0	20%
Insurance	$71,185	$34.0	15%

Associate Buyer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Buyer'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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$56,800

Average $61,900/year

$68,000

$4,733

Average $5,158/month

$5,667

$1,092

Average $1,190/week

$1,308

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,000	$5,667	$1,308	$33
Average	$61,900	$5,158	$1,190	$30
25th Percentile	$56,800	$4,733	$1,092	$27

Associate Buyer Salary Growth & Career Path

Associate Buyer

Intermediate Buyer

Commodities Purchasing Specialist II

Purchasing Generalist III

Commodities Manager

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Associate Buyer, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Associate Buyer Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Intermediate Buyer	$75,200	21%
Commodities Purchasing Specialist II	$75,200	21%

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