What are the main factors that influence a Counter Attendant'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 Counter Attendant?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Counter Attendant roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Counter Attendant's salary?

A Counter Attendant's salary grows with experience: starting around $35,078 for beginners, reaching about $37,417 at mid-level, and approach $37,761 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Counter Attendant?

Counter Attendant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Counter Attendant roles are District of Columbia $38,991, California $38,843, Massachusetts $38,326. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Counter Attendant roles make?

Salaries for Counter Attendant level roles vary by specialization: Counter Sales: $40,486; Counter and Rental Clerk: $40,182; Parts Counter: $39,304; Cycle Counter: $38,886; Cafeteria Counter Attendant: $35,300.

Counter Attendant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Counter Attendant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Counter Attendant in Delaware is $35,663 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $40,545
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,355 to $38,218
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,254

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Counter Attendant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,218	$3,185	$735	$18
Average	$35,663	$2,972	$686	$17
25th Percentile	$33,355	$2,780	$641	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Counter Attendant Salaries

A Counter Attendant'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 Counter Attendant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Counter Attendant'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): $35,078
Early Career (1-2 years): $35,854
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $37,417
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $37,646
Expert (over 8 years): $37,761

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Counter Attendant	$35,078
Intermediate Level Counter Attendant	$35,854
Senior Level Counter Attendant	$37,417
Specialist Level Counter Attendant	$37,646
Expert Level Counter Attendant	$37,761

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How Do Counter Attendant 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 Counter Attendants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $38,991.
California: $38,843.
Massachusetts: $38,326.

District of Columbia $38,991 California $38,843 Massachusetts $38,326 Washington $38,185 New Jersey $38,171 Alaska $38,121 Connecticut $37,635 New York $37,438

Hawaii $36,808 Rhode Island $36,512 Maryland $36,311 Minnesota $36,037 Colorado $35,931 Illinois $35,896 Oregon $35,762 Delaware $35,663

New Hampshire $35,601 Virginia $35,463 Pennsylvania $35,058 Nevada $34,853 North Dakota $34,786 Michigan $34,681 Wisconsin $34,642 Vermont $34,565

Texas $34,350 Maine $34,336 Arizona $34,314 Ohio $34,290 Georgia $33,966 Indiana $33,804 Wyoming $33,772 Utah $33,723

Iowa $33,702 Kansas $33,533 Louisiana $33,483 North Carolina $33,466 Missouri $33,459 Florida $33,321 Montana $33,247 Nebraska $33,177

Kentucky $33,138 South Carolina $32,997 Tennessee $32,909 Idaho $32,874 New Mexico $32,617 Oklahoma $32,561 Alabama $32,353 South Dakota $32,004

Arkansas $31,814 West Virginia $31,712 Mississippi $31,406

Top Paying Cities for Counter Attendants

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: $35,503
Little Creek: $35,763
Magnolia: $35,711

Lincoln, DE $35,503 Little Creek, DE $35,763 Magnolia, DE $35,711 Milford, DE $35,593 Marydel, DE $35,651 Millsboro, DE $35,354 Millville, DE $35,408 Milton, DE $35,470

Nassau, DE $35,495 Ocean View, DE $35,402 Rehoboth Beach, DE $35,470 Seaford, DE $35,490 Selbyville, DE $35,343 Smyrna, DE $35,787 Viola, DE $35,622 Woodside, DE $35,718

Bear, DE $35,636 Newark, DE $35,622 Claymont, DE $35,695 Delaware City, DE $35,658 Hockessin, DE $35,619 Kirkwood, DE $35,651 Middletown, DE $35,665 Montchanin, DE $35,627

New Castle, DE $35,633 Odessa, DE $35,683 Port Penn, DE $35,707 Rockland, DE $35,631 Saint Georges, DE $35,654 Townsend, DE $35,709 Winterthur, DE $35,635 Lewes, DE $35,483

Wilmington, DE $35,621 Dover, DE $35,763 Dover Afb, DE $35,574 Bethany Beach, DE $35,365 Bethel, DE $35,402 Bridgeville, DE $35,485 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,662 Cheswold, DE $35,751

Clayton, DE $35,752 Dagsboro, DE $35,340 Delmar, DE $35,284 Ellendale, DE $35,391 Felton, DE $35,590 Fenwick Island, DE $35,348 Frankford, DE $35,286 Frederica, DE $35,625

Georgetown, DE $35,327 Greenwood, DE $35,491 Harbeson, DE $35,365 Harrington, DE $35,545 Hartly, DE $35,655 Houston, DE $35,494 Kenton, DE $35,754 Laurel, DE $35,306

Yorklyn, DE $35,630

Counter Attendant Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Counter Attendant salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $39,889. While startup companies pay approximate $33,734.

Counter Attendant Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$33,734
Growth Stage	51~500	$35,679
Established	501~5000	$38,520
Enterprise	5000+	$39,889

Counter Attendant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Counter Attendant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Counter Attendant positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Counter Attendant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Counter Attendant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$53,495	$26.0	50%

Counter Attendant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Counter Attendant'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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$33,355

Average $35,663/year

$38,218

$2,780

Average $2,972/month

$3,185

$641

Average $686/week

$735

$16

Average $17/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,218	$3,185	$735	$18
Average	$35,663	$2,972	$686	$17
25th Percentile	$33,355	$2,780	$641	$16

Counter Attendant Salary Growth & Career Path

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