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

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

How does experience change A Purchasing Supervisor's salary?

A Purchasing Supervisor's salary grows with experience: an Expeditor (4-7 years)earns $76,506, a Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $88,000, a Purchasing Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $100,639, a Purchasing Manager (7+ years)earns $126,933, a Purchasing Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $176,197,

What are the highest paying states for a Purchasing Supervisor?

Purchasing Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Purchasing Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $96,211, California $95,846, Massachusetts $94,569. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Purchasing Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Purchasing Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Purchasing Senior Supervisor: $99,377; Purchasing Expeditor: $75,550; Purchasing Generalist II: $74,250; Purchasing Agent IV: $68,120; Purchasing Clerk IV: $68,117.

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Purchasing Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Purchasing Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Purchasing Supervisor in Delaware is $88,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,544
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $78,253 to $95,089
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,380

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Purchasing Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,089	$7,924	$1,829	$46
Average	$88,000	$7,333	$1,692	$42
25th Percentile	$78,253	$6,521	$1,505	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Purchasing Supervisor Salaries

A Purchasing Supervisor'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 Purchasing Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Purchasing Supervisor'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:

Expeditor (4-7 years): $76,506
Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years): $88,000
Purchasing Senior Supervisor (7+ years): $100,639
Purchasing Manager (7+ years): $126,933
Purchasing Senior Manager (7+ years): $176,197

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Expeditor	4-7 years	$76,506
Purchasing Supervisor	7+ years	$88,000
Purchasing Senior Supervisor	7+ years	$100,639
Purchasing Manager	7+ years	$126,933
Purchasing Senior Manager	7+ years	$176,197

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How Do Purchasing Supervisor 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 Purchasing Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,211.
California: $95,846.
Massachusetts: $94,569.

District of Columbia $96,211 California $95,846 Massachusetts $94,569 Washington $94,221 New Jersey $94,187 Alaska $94,065 Connecticut $92,866 New York $92,379

Hawaii $90,824 Rhode Island $90,094 Maryland $89,598 Minnesota $88,921 Colorado $88,660 Illinois $88,573 Oregon $88,243 Delaware $88,000

New Hampshire $87,847 Virginia $87,504 Pennsylvania $86,505 Nevada $86,001 North Dakota $85,836 Michigan $85,575 Wisconsin $85,480 Vermont $85,288

Texas $84,758 Maine $84,724 Arizona $84,671 Ohio $84,611 Georgia $83,811 Indiana $83,411 Wyoming $83,333 Utah $83,212

Iowa $83,159 Kansas $82,742 Louisiana $82,621 North Carolina $82,577 Missouri $82,560 Florida $82,221 Montana $82,039 Nebraska $81,865

Kentucky $81,769 South Carolina $81,422 Tennessee $81,204 Idaho $81,117 New Mexico $80,483 Oklahoma $80,344 Alabama $79,831 South Dakota $78,971

Arkansas $78,502 West Virginia $78,250 Mississippi $77,494

Top Paying Cities for Purchasing Supervisors

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: $87,603
Little Creek: $88,245
Magnolia: $88,118

Lincoln, DE $87,603 Little Creek, DE $88,245 Magnolia, DE $88,118 Milford, DE $87,826 Marydel, DE $87,970 Millsboro, DE $87,236 Millville, DE $87,370 Milton, DE $87,522

Nassau, DE $87,585 Ocean View, DE $87,356 Rehoboth Beach, DE $87,523 Seaford, DE $87,573 Selbyville, DE $87,211 Smyrna, DE $88,305 Viola, DE $87,899 Woodside, DE $88,135

Bear, DE $87,932 Newark, DE $87,899 Claymont, DE $88,079 Delaware City, DE $87,987 Hockessin, DE $87,891 Kirkwood, DE $87,970 Middletown, DE $88,004 Montchanin, DE $87,911

New Castle, DE $87,924 Odessa, DE $88,047 Port Penn, DE $88,106 Rockland, DE $87,920 Saint Georges, DE $87,976 Townsend, DE $88,112 Winterthur, DE $87,930 Lewes, DE $87,556

Wilmington, DE $87,895 Dover, DE $88,245 Dover Afb, DE $87,780 Bethany Beach, DE $87,264 Bethel, DE $87,354 Bridgeville, DE $87,560 Camden Wyoming, DE $87,996 Cheswold, DE $88,216

Clayton, DE $88,219 Dagsboro, DE $87,203 Delmar, DE $87,063 Ellendale, DE $87,327 Felton, DE $87,819 Fenwick Island, DE $87,222 Frankford, DE $87,070 Frederica, DE $87,906

Georgetown, DE $87,170 Greenwood, DE $87,574 Harbeson, DE $87,263 Harrington, DE $87,708 Hartly, DE $87,980 Houston, DE $87,582 Kenton, DE $88,223 Laurel, DE $87,118

Yorklyn, DE $87,917

Purchasing Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Purchasing Supervisor'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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$78,253

Average $88,000/year

$95,089

$6,521

Average $7,333/month

$7,924

$1,505

Average $1,692/week

$1,829

$38

Average $42/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$95,089	$7,924	$1,829	$46
Average	$88,000	$7,333	$1,692	$42
25th Percentile	$78,253	$6,521	$1,505	$38

Purchasing Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

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

Purchasing Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Gas Supply Manager	$170,721	94%
IT Procurement Manager	$141,125	60%
Purchasing Senior Supervisor	$100,639	14%

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