What are the main factors that influence a Merchandise Planner'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 Merchandise Planner?

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Merchandise Planner roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Merchandise Planner's salary?

A Merchandise Planner's salary grows with experience: a Merchandise Planner (2-4 years)earns $80,380, a Merchandise Planner, Sr. (4-7 years)earns $94,202, a Merchandise Planning Manager (7+ years)earns $114,420,

What are the highest paying states for a Merchandise Planner?

Merchandise Planner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Merchandise Planner roles are District of Columbia $87,881, California $87,547, Massachusetts $86,381. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Merchandise Planner roles make?

Salaries for Merchandise Planner level roles vary by specialization: Senior Merchandise Planner: $94,293; Senior Retail Merchandise Planner: $93,030; Merchandise Planner, Sr.: $93,021; Assistant Merchandise Planner: $81,144; Merchandise Financial Planner: $80,224.

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Merchandise Planner Salary in Delaware

How much does a Merchandise Planner make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Merchandise Planner in Delaware is $80,380 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,448
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,872 to $92,978
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,036

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Merchandise Planner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,978	$7,748	$1,788	$45
Average	$80,380	$6,698	$1,546	$39
25th Percentile	$72,872	$6,073	$1,401	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Merchandise Planner Salaries

A Merchandise Planner'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 Merchandise Planner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Merchandise Planner'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:

Merchandise Planner (2-4 years): $80,380
Merchandise Planner, Sr. (4-7 years): $94,202
Merchandise Planning Manager (7+ years): $114,420

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Merchandise Planner	2-4 years	$80,380
Merchandise Planner, Sr.	4-7 years	$94,202
Merchandise Planning Manager	7+ years	$114,420

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How Do Merchandise Planner 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 Merchandise Planners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,881.
California: $87,547.
Massachusetts: $86,381.

District of Columbia $87,881 California $87,547 Massachusetts $86,381 Washington $86,063 New Jersey $86,031 Alaska $85,920 Connecticut $84,825 New York $84,380

Hawaii $82,960 Rhode Island $82,293 Maryland $81,840 Minnesota $81,221 Colorado $80,983 Illinois $80,904 Oregon $80,602 Delaware $80,380

New Hampshire $80,240 Virginia $79,928 Pennsylvania $79,015 Nevada $78,554 North Dakota $78,404 Michigan $78,166 Wisconsin $78,078 Vermont $77,904

Texas $77,419 Maine $77,388 Arizona $77,340 Ohio $77,285 Georgia $76,554 Indiana $76,189 Wyoming $76,118 Utah $76,007

Iowa $75,959 Kansas $75,578 Louisiana $75,467 North Carolina $75,427 Missouri $75,411 Florida $75,102 Montana $74,935 Nebraska $74,776

Kentucky $74,689 South Carolina $74,372 Tennessee $74,173 Idaho $74,094 New Mexico $73,514 Oklahoma $73,387 Alabama $72,919 South Dakota $72,133

Arkansas $71,705 West Virginia $71,474 Mississippi $70,784

Top Paying Cities for Merchandise Planners

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: $80,018
Little Creek: $80,604
Magnolia: $80,488

Lincoln, DE $80,018 Little Creek, DE $80,604 Magnolia, DE $80,488 Milford, DE $80,221 Marydel, DE $80,353 Millsboro, DE $79,682 Millville, DE $79,805 Milton, DE $79,943

Nassau, DE $80,001 Ocean View, DE $79,792 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,945 Seaford, DE $79,990 Selbyville, DE $79,659 Smyrna, DE $80,659 Viola, DE $80,288 Woodside, DE $80,504

Bear, DE $80,318 Newark, DE $80,288 Claymont, DE $80,452 Delaware City, DE $80,368 Hockessin, DE $80,281 Kirkwood, DE $80,353 Middletown, DE $80,384 Montchanin, DE $80,299

New Castle, DE $80,311 Odessa, DE $80,424 Port Penn, DE $80,478 Rockland, DE $80,307 Saint Georges, DE $80,359 Townsend, DE $80,482 Winterthur, DE $80,317 Lewes, DE $79,974

Wilmington, DE $80,285 Dover, DE $80,604 Dover Afb, DE $80,179 Bethany Beach, DE $79,708 Bethel, DE $79,790 Bridgeville, DE $79,978 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,377 Cheswold, DE $80,578

Clayton, DE $80,580 Dagsboro, DE $79,652 Delmar, DE $79,524 Ellendale, DE $79,766 Felton, DE $80,215 Fenwick Island, DE $79,670 Frankford, DE $79,531 Frederica, DE $80,294

Georgetown, DE $79,622 Greenwood, DE $79,991 Harbeson, DE $79,707 Harrington, DE $80,113 Hartly, DE $80,363 Houston, DE $79,999 Kenton, DE $80,584 Laurel, DE $79,574

Yorklyn, DE $80,305

Merchandise Planner Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Merchandise Planner salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $89,904. While startup companies pay approximate $76,032.

Merchandise Planner Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$76,032
Growth Stage	51~500	$80,416
Established	501~5000	$86,820
Enterprise	5000+	$89,904

Merchandise Planner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Merchandise Planner roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Durable and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Merchandise Planner positions in MFG Nondurable or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Merchandise Planner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Merchandise Planner

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$112,532	$54.0	40%
Internet	$104,494	$50.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$100,475	$48.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$96,456	$46.0	20%
Hospitality & Leisure	$92,437	$44.0	15%

Merchandise Planner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Merchandise Planner'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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$72,872

Average $80,380/year

$92,978

$6,073

Average $6,698/month

$7,748

$1,401

Average $1,546/week

$1,788

$35

Average $39/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,978	$7,748	$1,788	$45
Average	$80,380	$6,698	$1,546	$39
25th Percentile	$72,872	$6,073	$1,401	$35

Merchandise Planner Salary Growth & Career Path

Merchandise Planner

Merchandise Buyer III

Merchandise Planner, Sr.

Merchandise Buyer IV

Merchandise Planning Manager

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

Merchandise Planner Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Merchandise Buyer III	$97,953	22%
Merchandise Planner, Sr.	$94,202	17%

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