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

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

How does experience change A Store Associate's salary?

A Store Associate's salary grows with experience: a Retail Store Customer Service Representative (0-1 years)earns $36,413, a Store Associate (1-3 years)earns $40,702, a Retail Third Keyholder (3-5 years)earns $45,189,

What are the highest paying states for a Store Associate?

Store Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Store Associate roles are District of Columbia $43,547, California $43,382, Massachusetts $42,804. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Store Associate roles make?

Salaries for Store Associate level roles vary by specialization: Music Store Associate: $96,390; Associate Store Manager: $78,272; PBT Store Associate: $59,062; Museum Store Associate: $40,626; Educator Store Associate: $39,572.

Store Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Store Associate make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Store Associate in Delaware is $39,830 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,598
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,648 to $42,849
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,841

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Store Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,849	$3,571	$824	$21
Average	$39,830	$3,319	$766	$19
25th Percentile	$35,648	$2,971	$686	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Store Associate Salaries

A Store Associate'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 Do Store Associate 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 Store Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,547.
California: $43,382.
Massachusetts: $42,804.

District of Columbia $43,547 California $43,382 Massachusetts $42,804 Washington $42,646 New Jersey $42,631 Alaska $42,576 Connecticut $42,033 New York $41,813

Hawaii $41,109 Rhode Island $40,778 Maryland $40,554 Minnesota $40,247 Colorado $40,129 Illinois $40,090 Oregon $39,940 Delaware $39,830

New Hampshire $39,761 Virginia $39,606 Pennsylvania $39,154 Nevada $38,926 North Dakota $38,851 Michigan $38,733 Wisconsin $38,690 Vermont $38,603

Texas $38,363 Maine $38,348 Arizona $38,324 Ohio $38,296 Georgia $37,935 Indiana $37,754 Wyoming $37,718 Utah $37,663

Iowa $37,640 Kansas $37,451 Louisiana $37,396 North Carolina $37,376 Missouri $37,368 Florida $37,215 Montana $37,132 Nebraska $37,054

Kentucky $37,010 South Carolina $36,853 Tennessee $36,755 Idaho $36,715 New Mexico $36,428 Oklahoma $36,365 Alabama $36,133 South Dakota $35,744

Arkansas $35,531 West Virginia $35,417 Mississippi $35,075

Top Paying Cities for Store Associates

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: $39,651
Little Creek: $39,941
Magnolia: $39,884

Lincoln, DE $39,651 Little Creek, DE $39,941 Magnolia, DE $39,884 Milford, DE $39,752 Marydel, DE $39,817 Millsboro, DE $39,485 Millville, DE $39,546 Milton, DE $39,614

Nassau, DE $39,643 Ocean View, DE $39,539 Rehoboth Beach, DE $39,615 Seaford, DE $39,637 Selbyville, DE $39,473 Smyrna, DE $39,969 Viola, DE $39,785 Woodside, DE $39,892

Bear, DE $39,800 Newark, DE $39,785 Claymont, DE $39,866 Delaware City, DE $39,824 Hockessin, DE $39,781 Kirkwood, DE $39,817 Middletown, DE $39,832 Montchanin, DE $39,790

New Castle, DE $39,796 Odessa, DE $39,852 Port Penn, DE $39,879 Rockland, DE $39,794 Saint Georges, DE $39,820 Townsend, DE $39,881 Winterthur, DE $39,799 Lewes, DE $39,629

Wilmington, DE $39,783 Dover, DE $39,941 Dover Afb, DE $39,731 Bethany Beach, DE $39,497 Bethel, DE $39,538 Bridgeville, DE $39,631 Camden Wyoming, DE $39,829 Cheswold, DE $39,928

Clayton, DE $39,929 Dagsboro, DE $39,470 Delmar, DE $39,406 Ellendale, DE $39,526 Felton, DE $39,748 Fenwick Island, DE $39,478 Frankford, DE $39,409 Frederica, DE $39,788

Georgetown, DE $39,455 Greenwood, DE $39,638 Harbeson, DE $39,497 Harrington, DE $39,698 Hartly, DE $39,822 Houston, DE $39,642 Kenton, DE $39,931 Laurel, DE $39,431

Yorklyn, DE $39,793

Store Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Store Associate'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 June 01, 2026

$35,648

Average $39,830/year

$42,849

$2,971

Average $3,319/month

$3,571

$686

Average $766/week

$824

$17

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,849	$3,571	$824	$21
Average	$39,830	$3,319	$766	$19
25th Percentile	$35,648	$2,971	$686	$17

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