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

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

How does experience change A Hostess's salary?

A Hostess's salary grows with experience: starting around $29,188 for beginners, reaching about $30,283 at mid-level, and approach $30,534 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Hostess?

Hostess salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hostess roles are District of Columbia $32,350, California $32,230, Massachusetts $31,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hostess roles make?

Salaries for Hostess level roles vary by specialization: Hostess Greeter: $30,073; Restaurant Hostess: $29,411; Host or Hostess: $29,327; (CATERING) HOSTESS: $28,854; Breakfast Hostess: $28,737.

Hostess Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hostess make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hostess in Delaware is $29,590 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $14.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $33,621
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $27,340 to $31,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $25,291

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Hostess Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$31,700	$2,642	$610	$15
Average	$29,590	$2,466	$569	$14
25th Percentile	$27,340	$2,278	$526	$13

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Key Factors That Influence Hostess Salaries

A Hostess'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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Hostess	$29,188
Intermediate Level Hostess	$29,591
Senior Level Hostess	$30,283
Specialist Level Hostess	$30,377
Expert Level Hostess	$30,534

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

District of Columbia: $32,350.
California: $32,230.
Massachusetts: $31,800.

District of Columbia $32,350 California $32,230 Massachusetts $31,800 Washington $31,680 New Jersey $31,670 Alaska $31,630 Connecticut $31,230 New York $31,060

Hawaii $30,540 Rhode Island $30,300 Maryland $30,130 Minnesota $29,900 Colorado $29,810 Illinois $29,780 Oregon $29,670 Delaware $29,590

New Hampshire $29,540 Virginia $29,430 Pennsylvania $29,090 Nevada $28,920 North Dakota $28,860 Michigan $28,780 Wisconsin $28,740 Vermont $28,680

Texas $28,500 Maine $28,490 Arizona $28,470 Ohio $28,450 Georgia $28,180 Indiana $28,050 Wyoming $28,020 Utah $27,980

Iowa $27,960 Kansas $27,820 Louisiana $27,780 North Carolina $27,770 Missouri $27,760 Florida $27,650 Montana $27,590 Nebraska $27,530

Kentucky $27,500 South Carolina $27,380 Tennessee $27,310 Idaho $27,280 New Mexico $27,060 Oklahoma $27,020 Alabama $26,850 South Dakota $26,560

Arkansas $26,400 West Virginia $26,310 Mississippi $26,060

Top Paying Cities for Hostesses

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: $29,460
Little Creek: $29,670
Magnolia: $29,630

Lincoln, DE $29,460 Little Creek, DE $29,670 Magnolia, DE $29,630 Milford, DE $29,530 Marydel, DE $29,580 Millsboro, DE $29,340 Millville, DE $29,380 Milton, DE $29,430

Nassau, DE $29,450 Ocean View, DE $29,380 Rehoboth Beach, DE $29,430 Seaford, DE $29,450 Selbyville, DE $29,330 Smyrna, DE $29,690 Viola, DE $29,560 Woodside, DE $29,640

Bear, DE $29,570 Newark, DE $29,560 Claymont, DE $29,620 Delaware City, DE $29,590 Hockessin, DE $29,560 Kirkwood, DE $29,580 Middletown, DE $29,590 Montchanin, DE $29,560

New Castle, DE $29,570 Odessa, DE $29,610 Port Penn, DE $29,630 Rockland, DE $29,570 Saint Georges, DE $29,580 Townsend, DE $29,630 Winterthur, DE $29,570 Lewes, DE $29,440

Wilmington, DE $29,560 Dover, DE $29,670 Dover Afb, DE $29,520 Bethany Beach, DE $29,340 Bethel, DE $29,370 Bridgeville, DE $29,440 Camden Wyoming, DE $29,590 Cheswold, DE $29,660

Clayton, DE $29,670 Dagsboro, DE $29,320 Delmar, DE $29,280 Ellendale, DE $29,370 Felton, DE $29,530 Fenwick Island, DE $29,330 Frankford, DE $29,280 Frederica, DE $29,560

Georgetown, DE $29,310 Greenwood, DE $29,450 Harbeson, DE $29,340 Harrington, DE $29,490 Hartly, DE $29,590 Houston, DE $29,450 Kenton, DE $29,670 Laurel, DE $29,300

Yorklyn, DE $29,560

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

Understanding how a Hostess'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 May 01, 2026

$27,340

Average $29,590/year

$31,700

$2,278

Average $2,466/month

$2,642

$526

Average $569/week

$610

$13

Average $14/hour

$15

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$31,700	$2,642	$610	$15
Average	$29,590	$2,466	$569	$14
25th Percentile	$27,340	$2,278	$526	$13

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