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

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

How does experience change A Sommelier's salary?

A Sommelier's salary grows with experience: a Back Bartender (0-1 years)earns $25,982, a Bartender (1-3 years)earns $28,768, a Sommelier (3-5 years)earns $59,109,

What are the highest paying states for a Sommelier?

Sommelier salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sommelier roles are District of Columbia $64,625, California $64,380, Massachusetts $63,522. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sommelier roles make?

Salaries for Sommelier level roles vary by specialization: Head Sommelier: $58,400; Assistant Sommelier: $58,369; Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier: $45,084; Tea Sommelier: $30,739.

Sommelier Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sommelier make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sommelier in Delaware is $59,109 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,620
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,679 to $66,705
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,824

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Sommelier Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,705	$5,559	$1,283	$32
Average	$59,109	$4,926	$1,137	$28
25th Percentile	$52,679	$4,390	$1,013	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Sommelier Salaries

A Sommelier'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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Back Bartender	0-1 years	$25,982
Bartender	1-3 years	$28,768
Sommelier	3-5 years	$59,109

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

District of Columbia: $64,625.
California: $64,380.
Massachusetts: $63,522.

District of Columbia $64,625 California $64,380 Massachusetts $63,522 Washington $63,288 New Jersey $63,265 Alaska $63,183 Connecticut $62,378 New York $62,051

Hawaii $61,006 Rhode Island $60,516 Maryland $60,183 Minnesota $59,728 Colorado $59,553 Illinois $59,495 Oregon $59,273 Delaware $59,109

New Hampshire $59,007 Virginia $58,777 Pennsylvania $58,105 Nevada $57,767 North Dakota $57,656 Michigan $57,481 Wisconsin $57,417 Vermont $57,288

Texas $56,932 Maine $56,909 Arizona $56,874 Ohio $56,833 Georgia $56,296 Indiana $56,027 Wyoming $55,975 Utah $55,893

Iowa $55,858 Kansas $55,578 Louisiana $55,496 North Carolina $55,467 Missouri $55,455 Florida $55,228 Montana $55,105 Nebraska $54,988

Kentucky $54,924 South Carolina $54,691 Tennessee $54,545 Idaho $54,487 New Mexico $54,060 Oklahoma $53,967 Alabama $53,623 South Dakota $53,045

Arkansas $52,730 West Virginia $52,560 Mississippi $52,053

Top Paying Cities for Sommeliers

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: $61,176
Little Creek: $60,609
Magnolia: $60,860

Lincoln, DE $61,176 Little Creek, DE $60,609 Magnolia, DE $60,860 Milford, DE $61,176 Marydel, DE $60,382 Millsboro, DE $61,176 Millville, DE $61,584 Milton, DE $61,176

Nassau, DE $61,176 Ocean View, DE $61,584 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,584 Seaford, DE $60,533 Selbyville, DE $61,584 Smyrna, DE $60,312 Viola, DE $60,860 Woodside, DE $60,685

Bear, DE $59,868 Newark, DE $59,891 Claymont, DE $59,938 Delaware City, DE $59,891 Hockessin, DE $59,938 Kirkwood, DE $59,891 Middletown, DE $60,189 Montchanin, DE $59,938

New Castle, DE $59,938 Odessa, DE $60,271 Port Penn, DE $59,728 Rockland, DE $59,938 Saint Georges, DE $59,891 Townsend, DE $60,183 Winterthur, DE $59,938 Lewes, DE $61,176

Wilmington, DE $59,938 Dover, DE $60,580 Dover Afb, DE $60,720 Bethany Beach, DE $61,584 Bethel, DE $60,533 Bridgeville, DE $61,176 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,644 Cheswold, DE $60,440

Clayton, DE $60,288 Dagsboro, DE $61,584 Delmar, DE $60,533 Ellendale, DE $61,176 Felton, DE $61,176 Fenwick Island, DE $61,584 Frankford, DE $61,584 Frederica, DE $61,176

Georgetown, DE $61,176 Greenwood, DE $61,176 Harbeson, DE $61,176 Harrington, DE $61,176 Hartly, DE $60,259 Houston, DE $61,176 Kenton, DE $60,288 Laurel, DE $60,533

Yorklyn, DE $59,938

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

Understanding how a Sommelier'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 February 01, 2026

$52,679

Average $59,109/year

$66,705

$4,390

Average $4,926/month

$5,559

$1,013

Average $1,137/week

$1,283

$25

Average $28/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,705	$5,559	$1,283	$32
Average	$59,109	$4,926	$1,137	$28
25th Percentile	$52,679	$4,390	$1,013	$25

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