What are the main factors that influence a Tailor'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's salary grows with experience: starting around $35,744 for beginners, reaching about $37,905 at mid-level, and approach $38,441 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Tailor?

Tailor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Tailor roles are District of Columbia $38,891, California $38,743, Massachusetts $38,227. 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: Tailor II: $70,957; Master Tailor: $68,723; Alterations Shop Tailor/Fitter: $65,346; Alterations Tailor: $59,494; Alterations/Tailor Shop Administrator: $43,633.

Tailor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Tailor make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Tailor in Delaware is $35,571 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,483
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $31,437 to $39,713
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $27,673

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Tailor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$39,713	$3,309	$764	$19
Average	$35,571	$2,964	$684	$17
25th Percentile	$31,437	$2,620	$605	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Tailor Salaries

A Tailor'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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Tailor	$35,744
Intermediate Level Tailor	$36,433
Senior Level Tailor	$37,905
Specialist Level Tailor	$38,106
Expert Level Tailor	$38,441

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

District of Columbia: $38,891.
California: $38,743.
Massachusetts: $38,227.

District of Columbia $38,891 California $38,743 Massachusetts $38,227 Washington $38,086 New Jersey $38,072 Alaska $38,023 Connecticut $37,539 New York $37,342

Hawaii $36,713 Rhode Island $36,418 Maryland $36,218 Minnesota $35,944 Colorado $35,838 Illinois $35,803 Oregon $35,670 Delaware $35,571

New Hampshire $35,510 Virginia $35,371 Pennsylvania $34,967 Nevada $34,764 North Dakota $34,697 Michigan $34,591 Wisconsin $34,553 Vermont $34,476

Texas $34,261 Maine $34,247 Arizona $34,226 Ohio $34,202 Georgia $33,878 Indiana $33,717 Wyoming $33,685 Utah $33,636

Iowa $33,615 Kansas $33,446 Louisiana $33,397 North Carolina $33,380 Missouri $33,373 Florida $33,236 Montana $33,162 Nebraska $33,092

Kentucky $33,053 South Carolina $32,912 Tennessee $32,825 Idaho $32,790 New Mexico $32,533 Oklahoma $32,477 Alabama $32,270 South Dakota $31,922

Arkansas $31,732 West Virginia $31,630 Mississippi $31,325

Top Paying Cities for Tailors

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: $35,411
Little Creek: $35,671
Magnolia: $35,619

Lincoln, DE $35,411 Little Creek, DE $35,671 Magnolia, DE $35,619 Milford, DE $35,501 Marydel, DE $35,560 Millsboro, DE $35,263 Millville, DE $35,317 Milton, DE $35,378

Nassau, DE $35,404 Ocean View, DE $35,311 Rehoboth Beach, DE $35,379 Seaford, DE $35,399 Selbyville, DE $35,253 Smyrna, DE $35,695 Viola, DE $35,531 Woodside, DE $35,626

Bear, DE $35,544 Newark, DE $35,531 Claymont, DE $35,603 Delaware City, DE $35,566 Hockessin, DE $35,528 Kirkwood, DE $35,560 Middletown, DE $35,573 Montchanin, DE $35,536

New Castle, DE $35,541 Odessa, DE $35,591 Port Penn, DE $35,615 Rockland, DE $35,539 Saint Georges, DE $35,562 Townsend, DE $35,617 Winterthur, DE $35,543 Lewes, DE $35,392

Wilmington, DE $35,529 Dover, DE $35,671 Dover Afb, DE $35,483 Bethany Beach, DE $35,274 Bethel, DE $35,311 Bridgeville, DE $35,394 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,570 Cheswold, DE $35,659

Clayton, DE $35,660 Dagsboro, DE $35,249 Delmar, DE $35,193 Ellendale, DE $35,300 Felton, DE $35,498 Fenwick Island, DE $35,257 Frankford, DE $35,196 Frederica, DE $35,534

Georgetown, DE $35,236 Greenwood, DE $35,399 Harbeson, DE $35,274 Harrington, DE $35,453 Hartly, DE $35,564 Houston, DE $35,403 Kenton, DE $35,662 Laurel, DE $35,215

Yorklyn, DE $35,538

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

Understanding how a Tailor'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 May 01, 2026

$31,437

Average $35,571/year

$39,713

$2,620

Average $2,964/month

$3,309

$605

Average $684/week

$764

$15

Average $17/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$39,713	$3,309	$764	$19
Average	$35,571	$2,964	$684	$17
25th Percentile	$31,437	$2,620	$605	$15

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