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

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

How does experience change A Tailor 's salary?

A Tailor I's salary grows with experience: starting around $36,839 for beginners, reaching about $39,067 at mid-level, and approach $39,619 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Tailor I?

Tailor I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Tailor I roles are District of Columbia $41,053, California $40,897, Massachusetts $40,352. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Tailor roles make?

Salaries for Tailor level roles vary by specialization: Biostatistician I: $84,455; Tailor II: $70,938; Paralegal I: $68,903; Master Tailor: $68,739; Alterations Shop Tailor/Fitter: $65,338.

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Tailor I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Tailor I make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Tailor I in Delaware is $37,549 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,381
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,585 to $42,172
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,976

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Tailor I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,172	$3,514	$811	$20
Average	$37,549	$3,129	$722	$18
25th Percentile	$33,585	$2,799	$646	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Tailor I Salaries

A Tailor I'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 Tailor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Tailor I'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): $36,839
Early Career (1-2 years): $37,549
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $39,067
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $39,274
Expert (over 8 years): $39,619

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Tailor I	$36,839
Intermediate Level Tailor I	$37,549
Senior Level Tailor I	$39,067
Specialist Level Tailor I	$39,274
Expert Level Tailor I	$39,619

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How Do Tailor I 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 Tailor Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $41,053.
California: $40,897.
Massachusetts: $40,352.

District of Columbia $41,053 California $40,897 Massachusetts $40,352 Washington $40,204 New Jersey $40,189 Alaska $40,137 Connecticut $39,625 New York $39,418

Hawaii $38,754 Rhode Island $38,442 Maryland $38,231 Minnesota $37,942 Colorado $37,831 Illinois $37,794 Oregon $37,653 Delaware $37,549

New Hampshire $37,484 Virginia $37,338 Pennsylvania $36,911 Nevada $36,696 North Dakota $36,626 Michigan $36,514 Wisconsin $36,474 Vermont $36,392

Texas $36,166 Maine $36,151 Arizona $36,129 Ohio $36,103 Georgia $35,762 Indiana $35,591 Wyoming $35,558 Utah $35,506

Iowa $35,484 Kansas $35,306 Louisiana $35,254 North Carolina $35,235 Missouri $35,228 Florida $35,083 Montana $35,005 Nebraska $34,931

Kentucky $34,890 South Carolina $34,742 Tennessee $34,649 Idaho $34,612 New Mexico $34,342 Oklahoma $34,282 Alabama $34,064 South Dakota $33,696

Arkansas $33,496 West Virginia $33,389 Mississippi $33,066

Top Paying Cities for Tailor Is

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: $38,861
Little Creek: $38,502
Magnolia: $38,661

Lincoln, DE $38,861 Little Creek, DE $38,502 Magnolia, DE $38,661 Milford, DE $38,861 Marydel, DE $38,357 Millsboro, DE $38,861 Millville, DE $39,121 Milton, DE $38,861

Nassau, DE $38,861 Ocean View, DE $39,121 Rehoboth Beach, DE $39,121 Seaford, DE $38,454 Selbyville, DE $39,121 Smyrna, DE $38,313 Viola, DE $38,661 Woodside, DE $38,550

Bear, DE $38,031 Newark, DE $38,046 Claymont, DE $38,075 Delaware City, DE $38,046 Hockessin, DE $38,075 Kirkwood, DE $38,046 Middletown, DE $38,235 Montchanin, DE $38,075

New Castle, DE $38,075 Odessa, DE $38,287 Port Penn, DE $37,942 Rockland, DE $38,075 Saint Georges, DE $38,046 Townsend, DE $38,231 Winterthur, DE $38,075 Lewes, DE $38,861

Wilmington, DE $38,075 Dover, DE $38,483 Dover Afb, DE $38,572 Bethany Beach, DE $39,121 Bethel, DE $38,454 Bridgeville, DE $38,861 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,524 Cheswold, DE $38,394

Clayton, DE $38,298 Dagsboro, DE $39,121 Delmar, DE $38,454 Ellendale, DE $38,861 Felton, DE $38,861 Fenwick Island, DE $39,121 Frankford, DE $39,121 Frederica, DE $38,861

Georgetown, DE $38,861 Greenwood, DE $38,861 Harbeson, DE $38,861 Harrington, DE $38,861 Hartly, DE $38,279 Houston, DE $38,861 Kenton, DE $38,298 Laurel, DE $38,454

Yorklyn, DE $38,075

Tailor I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Tailor I'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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$33,585

Average $37,549/year

$42,172

$2,799

Average $3,129/month

$3,514

$646

Average $722/week

$811

$16

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,172	$3,514	$811	$20
Average	$37,549	$3,129	$722	$18
25th Percentile	$33,585	$2,799	$646	$16

Tailor I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Tailor I, 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.

Tailor I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Barber	$36,239	-3%
Spa Supervisor	$47,592	27%
Tailor II	$71,839	91%

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