What are the main factors that influence a Cheese Maker'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 Cheese Maker?

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Cheese Maker roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cheese Maker's salary?

A Cheese Maker's salary grows with experience: starting around $43,302 for beginners, reaching about $45,582 at mid-level, and approach $46,736 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Cheese Maker?

Cheese Maker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cheese Maker roles are District of Columbia $47,757, California $47,576, Massachusetts $46,942. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cheese Maker roles make?

Salaries for Cheese Maker level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Bulk Deli Cheese Manager: $110,692; Sample Maker: $49,609; Cheese Buyer: $42,931; Cheese Department Associate: $35,822; Cheese Shop Clerk: $35,482.

Cheese Maker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cheese Maker make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cheese Maker in Delaware is $43,681 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,232
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,783 to $47,633
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,234

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Cheese Maker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,633	$3,969	$916	$23
Average	$43,681	$3,640	$840	$21
25th Percentile	$39,783	$3,315	$765	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Cheese Maker Salaries

A Cheese Maker'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 Cheese Maker Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cheese Maker'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): $43,302
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,951
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,582
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,608
Expert (over 8 years): $46,736

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Cheese Maker	$43,302
Intermediate Level Cheese Maker	$43,951
Senior Level Cheese Maker	$45,582
Specialist Level Cheese Maker	$46,608
Expert Level Cheese Maker	$46,736

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How Do Cheese Maker 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 Cheese Makers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $47,757.
California: $47,576.
Massachusetts: $46,942.

District of Columbia $47,757 California $47,576 Massachusetts $46,942 Washington $46,769 New Jersey $46,752 Alaska $46,691 Connecticut $46,096 New York $45,855

Hawaii $45,083 Rhode Island $44,720 Maryland $44,474 Minnesota $44,138 Colorado $44,009 Illinois $43,965 Oregon $43,802 Delaware $43,681

New Hampshire $43,605 Virginia $43,435 Pennsylvania $42,939 Nevada $42,689 North Dakota $42,607 Michigan $42,477 Wisconsin $42,430 Vermont $42,335

Texas $42,072 Maine $42,055 Arizona $42,029 Ohio $41,999 Georgia $41,602 Indiana $41,403 Wyoming $41,365 Utah $41,304

Iowa $41,278 Kansas $41,071 Louisiana $41,011 North Carolina $40,989 Missouri $40,981 Florida $40,812 Montana $40,722 Nebraska $40,636

Kentucky $40,588 South Carolina $40,416 Tennessee $40,308 Idaho $40,265 New Mexico $39,950 Oklahoma $39,881 Alabama $39,626 South Dakota $39,199

Arkansas $38,966 West Virginia $38,841 Mississippi $38,466

Top Paying Cities for Cheese Makers

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: $43,484
Little Creek: $43,802
Magnolia: $43,739

Lincoln, DE $43,484 Little Creek, DE $43,802 Magnolia, DE $43,739 Milford, DE $43,595 Marydel, DE $43,666 Millsboro, DE $43,302 Millville, DE $43,369 Milton, DE $43,444

Nassau, DE $43,475 Ocean View, DE $43,361 Rehoboth Beach, DE $43,444 Seaford, DE $43,469 Selbyville, DE $43,289 Smyrna, DE $43,833 Viola, DE $43,631 Woodside, DE $43,748

Bear, DE $43,647 Newark, DE $43,631 Claymont, DE $43,720 Delaware City, DE $43,674 Hockessin, DE $43,627 Kirkwood, DE $43,666 Middletown, DE $43,683 Montchanin, DE $43,637

New Castle, DE $43,643 Odessa, DE $43,705 Port Penn, DE $43,734 Rockland, DE $43,641 Saint Georges, DE $43,669 Townsend, DE $43,736 Winterthur, DE $43,646 Lewes, DE $43,460

Wilmington, DE $43,629 Dover, DE $43,802 Dover Afb, DE $43,572 Bethany Beach, DE $43,315 Bethel, DE $43,360 Bridgeville, DE $43,463 Camden Wyoming, DE $43,679 Cheswold, DE $43,788

Clayton, DE $43,789 Dagsboro, DE $43,285 Delmar, DE $43,216 Ellendale, DE $43,347 Felton, DE $43,591 Fenwick Island, DE $43,295 Frankford, DE $43,219 Frederica, DE $43,634

Georgetown, DE $43,269 Greenwood, DE $43,469 Harbeson, DE $43,315 Harrington, DE $43,536 Hartly, DE $43,671 Houston, DE $43,474 Kenton, DE $43,792 Laurel, DE $43,243

Yorklyn, DE $43,640

Cheese Maker Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cheese Maker roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Durable and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Cheese Maker positions in MFG Nondurable or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cheese Maker as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Cheese Maker

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$52,417	$25.0	20%
Chemicals	$48,049	$23.0	10%

Cheese Maker Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cheese Maker'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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$39,783

Average $43,681/year

$47,633

$3,315

Average $3,640/month

$3,969

$765

Average $840/week

$916

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,633	$3,969	$916	$23
Average	$43,681	$3,640	$840	$21
25th Percentile	$39,783	$3,315	$765	$19

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