What are the main factors that influence a Busboy's salary?

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

How does experience change A Busboy's salary?

A Busboy's salary grows with experience: starting around $24,835 for beginners, reaching about $25,782 at mid-level, and approach $25,987 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Busboy?

Busboy salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Busboy roles are District of Columbia $27,500, California $27,400, Massachusetts $27,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Busboy roles make?

Salaries for Busboy level roles vary by specialization: Busser: $24,814; Busboy Dishwasher: $24,734.

Busboy Salary in Delaware

How much does a Busboy make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Busboy in Delaware is $25,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $12.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $28,639
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $23,100 to $27,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $21,188

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Busboy Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$27,000	$2,250	$519	$13
Average	$25,200	$2,100	$485	$12
25th Percentile	$23,100	$1,925	$444	$11

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Key Factors That Influence Busboy Salaries

A Busboy'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 Busboy Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Busboy'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): $24,835
Early Career (1-2 years): $25,216
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $25,782
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $25,859
Expert (over 8 years): $25,987

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Busboy	$24,835
Intermediate Level Busboy	$25,216
Senior Level Busboy	$25,782
Specialist Level Busboy	$25,859
Expert Level Busboy	$25,987

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How Do Busboy 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 Busboys. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $27,500.
California: $27,400.
Massachusetts: $27,100.

District of Columbia $27,500 California $27,400 Massachusetts $27,100 Washington $27,000 New Jersey $26,900 Alaska $26,900 Connecticut $26,600 New York $26,400

Hawaii $26,000 Rhode Island $25,800 Maryland $25,600 Colorado $25,400 Minnesota $25,400 Illinois $25,300 Oregon $25,200 Delaware $25,200

New Hampshire $25,100 Virginia $25,000 Pennsylvania $24,800 Nevada $24,600 North Dakota $24,600 Michigan $24,500 Wisconsin $24,500 Vermont $24,400

Texas $24,300 Ohio $24,200 Maine $24,200 Arizona $24,200 Georgia $24,000 Indiana $23,900 Wyoming $23,800 Utah $23,800

Iowa $23,800 Kansas $23,700 Louisiana $23,600 North Carolina $23,600 Missouri $23,600 Montana $23,500 Florida $23,500 Nebraska $23,400

Kentucky $23,400 South Carolina $23,300 Tennessee $23,200 Idaho $23,200 New Mexico $23,000 Oklahoma $23,000 Alabama $22,800 South Dakota $22,600

Arkansas $22,500 West Virginia $22,400 Mississippi $22,200

Top Paying Cities for Busboys

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: $25,100
Little Creek: $25,200
Magnolia: $25,200

Lincoln, DE $25,100 Little Creek, DE $25,200 Magnolia, DE $25,200 Milford, DE $25,100 Marydel, DE $25,200 Millsboro, DE $25,000 Millville, DE $25,000 Milton, DE $25,000

Nassau, DE $25,100 Ocean View, DE $25,000 Rehoboth Beach, DE $25,000 Seaford, DE $25,100 Selbyville, DE $25,000 Smyrna, DE $25,300 Viola, DE $25,200 Woodside, DE $25,200

Bear, DE $25,200 Newark, DE $25,200 Claymont, DE $25,200 Delaware City, DE $25,200 Hockessin, DE $25,100 Kirkwood, DE $25,200 Middletown, DE $25,200 Montchanin, DE $25,200

New Castle, DE $25,200 Odessa, DE $25,200 Port Penn, DE $25,200 Rockland, DE $25,200 Saint Georges, DE $25,200 Townsend, DE $25,200 Winterthur, DE $25,200 Lewes, DE $25,100

Wilmington, DE $25,100 Dover, DE $25,200 Dover Afb, DE $25,100 Bethany Beach, DE $25,000 Bethel, DE $25,000 Bridgeville, DE $25,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $25,200 Cheswold, DE $25,200

Clayton, DE $25,200 Dagsboro, DE $25,000 Delmar, DE $24,900 Ellendale, DE $25,000 Felton, DE $25,100 Fenwick Island, DE $25,000 Frankford, DE $24,900 Frederica, DE $25,200

Georgetown, DE $24,900 Greenwood, DE $25,100 Harbeson, DE $25,000 Harrington, DE $25,100 Hartly, DE $25,200 Houston, DE $25,100 Kenton, DE $25,200 Laurel, DE $24,900

Yorklyn, DE $25,200

Busboy Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Busboy salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $27,492. While startup companies pay approximate $23,194.

Busboy Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$23,194
Growth Stage	51~500	$24,549
Established	501~5000	$26,535
Enterprise	5000+	$27,492

Busboy Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Busboy'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$23,100

Average $25,200/year

$27,000

$1,925

Average $2,100/month

$2,250

$444

Average $485/week

$519

$11

Average $12/hour

$13

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$27,000	$2,250	$519	$13
Average	$25,200	$2,100	$485	$12
25th Percentile	$23,100	$1,925	$444	$11

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Busboy, 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.

Busboy Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Fast Food Restaurant Shift Supervisor	$35,200	40%
Gourmet Restaurant Manager - Casino	$60,300	139%
Culinary Services Supervisor	$41,000	63%
Food Service Operations Team Lead	$41,700	65%

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