What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Buyer'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 Assistant Buyer?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Buyer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Buyer's salary?

An Assistant Buyer's salary grows with experience: a Assistant Buyer (0-2 years)earns $52,075, a Merchandise Buyer II (2-4 years)earns $68,140, a Merchandise Buyer III (4-7 years)earns $95,975, a Merchandise Buyer IV (7+ years)earns $134,737, a Merchandise Buying Supervisor (7+ years)earns $39,106,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Buyer?

Assistant Buyer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Buyer roles are District of Columbia $57,525, California $57,307, Massachusetts $56,543. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Buyer roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Buyer level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Media Buyer: $69,528; Assistant Retail Buyer: $60,898; Assistant Manager/Buyer: $60,057; Senior Assistant Buyer: $59,957; Buyer's Assistant: $55,415.

Assistant Buyer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Buyer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Buyer in Delaware is $52,615 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,660
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,429 to $59,967
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,796

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Assistant Buyer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,967	$4,997	$1,153	$29
Average	$52,615	$4,385	$1,012	$25
25th Percentile	$46,429	$3,869	$893	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Buyer Salaries

An Assistant Buyer'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 Assistant Buyer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Buyer'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): $52,075
Early Career (1-2 years): $68,140
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,975
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,737
Expert (over 8 years): $39,106

Levels	Salary
Assistant... Level Assistant Buyer	$52,075
Merchandi... Level Assistant Buyer	$68,140
Merchandi... Level Assistant Buyer	$95,975
Merchandi... Level Assistant Buyer	$134,737
Merchandi... Level Assistant Buyer	$39,106

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How Do Assistant Buyer 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 Assistant Buyers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,525.
California: $57,307.
Massachusetts: $56,543.

District of Columbia $57,525 California $57,307 Massachusetts $56,543 Washington $56,335 New Jersey $56,315 Alaska $56,242 Connecticut $55,525 New York $55,234

Hawaii $54,304 Rhode Island $53,868 Maryland $53,571 Minnesota $53,166 Colorado $53,010 Illinois $52,958 Oregon $52,761 Delaware $52,615

New Hampshire $52,524 Virginia $52,319 Pennsylvania $51,722 Nevada $51,420 North Dakota $51,322 Michigan $51,166 Wisconsin $51,109 Vermont $50,994

Texas $50,677 Maine $50,657 Arizona $50,626 Ohio $50,589 Georgia $50,111 Indiana $49,872 Wyoming $49,825 Utah $49,753

Iowa $49,722 Kansas $49,472 Louisiana $49,399 North Carolina $49,373 Missouri $49,363 Florida $49,160 Montana $49,051 Nebraska $48,947

Kentucky $48,890 South Carolina $48,682 Tennessee $48,553 Idaho $48,501 New Mexico $48,121 Oklahoma $48,038 Alabama $47,732 South Dakota $47,217

Arkansas $46,937 West Virginia $46,786 Mississippi $46,334

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Buyers

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: $52,379
Little Creek: $52,762
Magnolia: $52,686

Lincoln, DE $52,379 Little Creek, DE $52,762 Magnolia, DE $52,686 Milford, DE $52,512 Marydel, DE $52,598 Millsboro, DE $52,159 Millville, DE $52,239 Milton, DE $52,330

Nassau, DE $52,368 Ocean View, DE $52,230 Rehoboth Beach, DE $52,331 Seaford, DE $52,360 Selbyville, DE $52,144 Smyrna, DE $52,798 Viola, DE $52,555 Woodside, DE $52,696

Bear, DE $52,575 Newark, DE $52,555 Claymont, DE $52,663 Delaware City, DE $52,608 Hockessin, DE $52,550 Kirkwood, DE $52,598 Middletown, DE $52,618 Montchanin, DE $52,562

New Castle, DE $52,570 Odessa, DE $52,644 Port Penn, DE $52,679 Rockland, DE $52,568 Saint Georges, DE $52,601 Townsend, DE $52,682 Winterthur, DE $52,574 Lewes, DE $52,350

Wilmington, DE $52,553 Dover, DE $52,762 Dover Afb, DE $52,484 Bethany Beach, DE $52,175 Bethel, DE $52,229 Bridgeville, DE $52,353 Camden Wyoming, DE $52,613 Cheswold, DE $52,745

Clayton, DE $52,746 Dagsboro, DE $52,139 Delmar, DE $52,055 Ellendale, DE $52,213 Felton, DE $52,507 Fenwick Island, DE $52,150 Frankford, DE $52,060 Frederica, DE $52,559

Georgetown, DE $52,119 Greenwood, DE $52,361 Harbeson, DE $52,175 Harrington, DE $52,441 Hartly, DE $52,604 Houston, DE $52,366 Kenton, DE $52,749 Laurel, DE $52,088

Yorklyn, DE $52,566

Assistant Buyer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Buyer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Buyer positions in Insurance or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Buyer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Buyer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$68,400	$33.0	30%
Biotechnology	$65,769	$32.0	25%
Business Services	$63,139	$30.0	20%
Chemicals	$60,508	$29.0	15%
Construction	$58,929	$28.0	12%

Assistant Buyer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Buyer'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 July 01, 2026

$46,429

Average $52,615/year

$59,967

$3,869

Average $4,385/month

$4,997

$893

Average $1,012/week

$1,153

$22

Average $25/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,967	$4,997	$1,153	$29
Average	$52,615	$4,385	$1,012	$25
25th Percentile	$46,429	$3,869	$893	$22

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