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

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

How does experience change A Catering Coordinator's salary?

A Catering Coordinator's salary grows with experience: a Catering Coordinator (1-3 years)earns $46,351, a Catering Manager (3-5 years)earns $53,014, a Catering Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $80,035,

What are the highest paying states for a Catering Coordinator?

Catering Coordinator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Catering Coordinator roles are District of Columbia $50,677, California $50,484, Massachusetts $49,811. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Catering Coordinator roles make?

Salaries for Catering Coordinator level roles vary by specialization: Catering Director: $79,675; Coordinator - Catering & Conference: $53,017; Catering Manager: $52,349; Catering Sales Coordinator: $46,126; Catering Services Coordinator: $46,122.

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Catering Coordinator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Catering Coordinator make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Catering Coordinator in Delaware is $46,351 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,261
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,995 to $52,062
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,028

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Catering Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,062	$4,338	$1,001	$25
Average	$46,351	$3,863	$891	$22
25th Percentile	$41,995	$3,500	$808	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Catering Coordinator Salaries

A Catering Coordinator'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 Catering Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Catering Coordinator'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:

Catering Coordinator (1-3 years): $46,351
Catering Manager (3-5 years): $53,014
Catering Senior Manager (5+ years): $80,035

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Catering Coordinator	1-3 years	$46,351
Catering Manager	3-5 years	$53,014
Catering Senior Manager	5+ years	$80,035

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How Do Catering Coordinator 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 Catering Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,677.
California: $50,484.
Massachusetts: $49,811.

District of Columbia $50,677 California $50,484 Massachusetts $49,811 Washington $49,628 New Jersey $49,610 Alaska $49,546 Connecticut $48,914 New York $48,658

Hawaii $47,839 Rhode Island $47,454 Maryland $47,193 Minnesota $46,836 Colorado $46,699 Illinois $46,653 Oregon $46,479 Delaware $46,351

New Hampshire $46,271 Virginia $46,090 Pennsylvania $45,564 Nevada $45,299 North Dakota $45,212 Michigan $45,074 Wisconsin $45,024 Vermont $44,923

Texas $44,644 Maine $44,626 Arizona $44,598 Ohio $44,566 Georgia $44,145 Indiana $43,935 Wyoming $43,893 Utah $43,829

Iowa $43,802 Kansas $43,582 Louisiana $43,518 North Carolina $43,495 Missouri $43,486 Florida $43,308 Montana $43,211 Nebraska $43,120

Kentucky $43,070 South Carolina $42,886 Tennessee $42,772 Idaho $42,726 New Mexico $42,392 Oklahoma $42,319 Alabama $42,049 South Dakota $41,596

Arkansas $41,349 West Virginia $41,216 Mississippi $40,818

Top Paying Cities for Catering Coordinators

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: $47,972
Little Creek: $47,528
Magnolia: $47,724

Lincoln, DE $47,972 Little Creek, DE $47,528 Magnolia, DE $47,724 Milford, DE $47,972 Marydel, DE $47,349 Millsboro, DE $47,972 Millville, DE $48,292 Milton, DE $47,972

Nassau, DE $47,972 Ocean View, DE $48,292 Rehoboth Beach, DE $48,292 Seaford, DE $47,468 Selbyville, DE $48,292 Smyrna, DE $47,294 Viola, DE $47,724 Woodside, DE $47,587

Bear, DE $46,946 Newark, DE $46,965 Claymont, DE $47,001 Delaware City, DE $46,965 Hockessin, DE $47,001 Kirkwood, DE $46,965 Middletown, DE $47,198 Montchanin, DE $47,001

New Castle, DE $47,001 Odessa, DE $47,262 Port Penn, DE $46,836 Rockland, DE $47,001 Saint Georges, DE $46,965 Townsend, DE $47,193 Winterthur, DE $47,001 Lewes, DE $47,972

Wilmington, DE $47,001 Dover, DE $47,505 Dover Afb, DE $47,615 Bethany Beach, DE $48,292 Bethel, DE $47,468 Bridgeville, DE $47,972 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,555 Cheswold, DE $47,395

Clayton, DE $47,276 Dagsboro, DE $48,292 Delmar, DE $47,468 Ellendale, DE $47,972 Felton, DE $47,972 Fenwick Island, DE $48,292 Frankford, DE $48,292 Frederica, DE $47,972

Georgetown, DE $47,972 Greenwood, DE $47,972 Harbeson, DE $47,972 Harrington, DE $47,972 Hartly, DE $47,253 Houston, DE $47,972 Kenton, DE $47,276 Laurel, DE $47,468

Yorklyn, DE $47,001

Catering Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Catering Coordinator'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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$41,995

Average $46,351/year

$52,062

$3,500

Average $3,863/month

$4,338

$808

Average $891/week

$1,001

$20

Average $22/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,062	$4,338	$1,001	$25
Average	$46,351	$3,863	$891	$22
25th Percentile	$41,995	$3,500	$808	$20

Catering Coordinator Salary Growth & Career Path

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

Catering Coordinator Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Banquet Supervisor	$35,374	-24%
Catering Manager	$53,014	14%

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