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

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

How does experience change A Baker's salary?

A Baker's salary grows with experience: starting around $35,286 for beginners, reaching about $36,102 at mid-level, and approach $36,291 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Baker?

Baker salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Baker roles are District of Columbia $38,973, California $38,826, Massachusetts $38,308. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Baker roles make?

Salaries for Baker level roles vary by specialization: Lead Baker: $68,591; pastry baker: $62,833; Baker II: $48,164; Scratch Baker: $42,711; Cake Baker: $37,533.

Baker Salary in Delaware

How much does a Baker make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Baker in Delaware is $35,647 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $40,571
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,368 to $38,225
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,293

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Baker Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,225	$3,185	$735	$18
Average	$35,647	$2,971	$686	$17
25th Percentile	$33,368	$2,781	$642	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Baker Salaries

A Baker'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 Baker	$35,286
Intermediate Level Baker	$35,533
Senior Level Baker	$36,102
Specialist Level Baker	$36,216
Expert Level Baker	$36,291

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

District of Columbia: $38,973.
California: $38,826.
Massachusetts: $38,308.

District of Columbia $38,973 California $38,826 Massachusetts $38,308 Washington $38,167 New Jersey $38,153 Alaska $38,104 Connecticut $37,618 New York $37,421

Hawaii $36,791 Rhode Island $36,495 Maryland $36,295 Minnesota $36,020 Colorado $35,915 Illinois $35,879 Oregon $35,746 Delaware $35,647

New Hampshire $35,585 Virginia $35,446 Pennsylvania $35,042 Nevada $34,837 North Dakota $34,771 Michigan $34,665 Wisconsin $34,626 Vermont $34,549

Texas $34,334 Maine $34,320 Arizona $34,299 Ohio $34,274 Georgia $33,950 Indiana $33,788 Wyoming $33,757 Utah $33,708

Iowa $33,686 Kansas $33,517 Louisiana $33,468 North Carolina $33,451 Missouri $33,444 Florida $33,306 Montana $33,232 Nebraska $33,162

Kentucky $33,123 South Carolina $32,982 Tennessee $32,894 Idaho $32,859 New Mexico $32,602 Oklahoma $32,546 Alabama $32,338 South Dakota $31,990

Arkansas $31,800 West Virginia $31,698 Mississippi $31,391

Top Paying Cities for Bakers

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: $35,487
Little Creek: $35,746
Magnolia: $35,695

Lincoln, DE $35,487 Little Creek, DE $35,746 Magnolia, DE $35,695 Milford, DE $35,577 Marydel, DE $35,635 Millsboro, DE $35,338 Millville, DE $35,392 Milton, DE $35,453

Nassau, DE $35,479 Ocean View, DE $35,386 Rehoboth Beach, DE $35,454 Seaford, DE $35,474 Selbyville, DE $35,327 Smyrna, DE $35,771 Viola, DE $35,606 Woodside, DE $35,702

Bear, DE $35,620 Newark, DE $35,606 Claymont, DE $35,679 Delaware City, DE $35,642 Hockessin, DE $35,603 Kirkwood, DE $35,635 Middletown, DE $35,649 Montchanin, DE $35,611

New Castle, DE $35,616 Odessa, DE $35,666 Port Penn, DE $35,690 Rockland, DE $35,615 Saint Georges, DE $35,638 Townsend, DE $35,692 Winterthur, DE $35,619 Lewes, DE $35,467

Wilmington, DE $35,605 Dover, DE $35,746 Dover Afb, DE $35,558 Bethany Beach, DE $35,349 Bethel, DE $35,386 Bridgeville, DE $35,469 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,646 Cheswold, DE $35,735

Clayton, DE $35,736 Dagsboro, DE $35,324 Delmar, DE $35,268 Ellendale, DE $35,375 Felton, DE $35,574 Fenwick Island, DE $35,332 Frankford, DE $35,270 Frederica, DE $35,609

Georgetown, DE $35,311 Greenwood, DE $35,475 Harbeson, DE $35,349 Harrington, DE $35,529 Hartly, DE $35,639 Houston, DE $35,478 Kenton, DE $35,738 Laurel, DE $35,290

Yorklyn, DE $35,614

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

Understanding how a Baker'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

$33,368

Average $35,647/year

$38,225

$2,781

Average $2,971/month

$3,185

$642

Average $686/week

$735

$16

Average $17/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$38,225	$3,185	$735	$18
Average	$35,647	$2,971	$686	$17
25th Percentile	$33,368	$2,781	$642	$16

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