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

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

How does experience change A Catering Assistant's salary?

A Catering Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $31,695 for beginners, reaching about $32,464 at mid-level, and approach $32,633 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Catering Assistant?

Catering Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Catering Assistant roles are District of Columbia $35,049, California $34,916, Massachusetts $34,451. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Catering Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Catering Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Catering: $80,690; Catering Director: $79,649; Assistant Catering Sales Manager: $57,206; ASSISTANT VENUE AND CATERING MANAGER: $52,890; Catering Manager: $52,358.

Catering Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Catering Assistant make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Catering Assistant in Delaware is $32,058 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $15.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $36,453
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $29,527 to $34,358
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $27,223

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Catering Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$34,358	$2,863	$661	$17
Average	$32,058	$2,671	$616	$15
25th Percentile	$29,527	$2,461	$568	$14

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Key Factors That Influence Catering Assistant Salaries

A Catering Assistant'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 Catering Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Catering Assistant'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): $31,695
Early Career (1-2 years): $31,956
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $32,464
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $32,565
Expert (over 8 years): $32,633

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Catering Assistant	$31,695
Intermediate Level Catering Assistant	$31,956
Senior Level Catering Assistant	$32,464
Specialist Level Catering Assistant	$32,565
Expert Level Catering Assistant	$32,633

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

District of Columbia: $35,049.
California: $34,916.
Massachusetts: $34,451.

District of Columbia $35,049 California $34,916 Massachusetts $34,451 Washington $34,324 New Jersey $34,311 Alaska $34,267 Connecticut $33,830 New York $33,653

Hawaii $33,086 Rhode Island $32,820 Maryland $32,640 Minnesota $32,393 Colorado $32,298 Illinois $32,266 Oregon $32,146 Delaware $32,058

New Hampshire $32,002 Virginia $31,877 Pennsylvania $31,513 Nevada $31,329 North Dakota $31,269 Michigan $31,174 Wisconsin $31,140 Vermont $31,070

Texas $30,877 Maine $30,864 Arizona $30,845 Ohio $30,823 Georgia $30,532 Indiana $30,386 Wyoming $30,358 Utah $30,313

Iowa $30,294 Kansas $30,142 Louisiana $30,098 North Carolina $30,082 Missouri $30,076 Florida $29,952 Montana $29,886 Nebraska $29,823

Kentucky $29,788 South Carolina $29,661 Tennessee $29,582 Idaho $29,550 New Mexico $29,319 Oklahoma $29,269 Alabama $29,082 South Dakota $28,769

Arkansas $28,598 West Virginia $28,506 Mississippi $28,230

Top Paying Cities for Catering Assistants

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: $33,178
Little Creek: $32,871
Magnolia: $33,007

Lincoln, DE $33,178 Little Creek, DE $32,871 Magnolia, DE $33,007 Milford, DE $33,178 Marydel, DE $32,748 Millsboro, DE $33,178 Millville, DE $33,400 Milton, DE $33,178

Nassau, DE $33,178 Ocean View, DE $33,400 Rehoboth Beach, DE $33,400 Seaford, DE $32,830 Selbyville, DE $33,400 Smyrna, DE $32,710 Viola, DE $33,007 Woodside, DE $32,912

Bear, DE $32,469 Newark, DE $32,482 Claymont, DE $32,507 Delaware City, DE $32,482 Hockessin, DE $32,507 Kirkwood, DE $32,482 Middletown, DE $32,643 Montchanin, DE $32,507

New Castle, DE $32,507 Odessa, DE $32,687 Port Penn, DE $32,393 Rockland, DE $32,507 Saint Georges, DE $32,482 Townsend, DE $32,640 Winterthur, DE $32,507 Lewes, DE $33,178

Wilmington, DE $32,507 Dover, DE $32,855 Dover Afb, DE $32,931 Bethany Beach, DE $33,400 Bethel, DE $32,830 Bridgeville, DE $33,178 Camden Wyoming, DE $32,890 Cheswold, DE $32,779

Clayton, DE $32,697 Dagsboro, DE $33,400 Delmar, DE $32,830 Ellendale, DE $33,178 Felton, DE $33,178 Fenwick Island, DE $33,400 Frankford, DE $33,400 Frederica, DE $33,178

Georgetown, DE $33,178 Greenwood, DE $33,178 Harbeson, DE $33,178 Harrington, DE $33,178 Hartly, DE $32,681 Houston, DE $33,178 Kenton, DE $32,697 Laurel, DE $32,830

Yorklyn, DE $32,507

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

Understanding how a Catering Assistant'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 February 01, 2026

$29,527

Average $32,058/year

$34,358

$2,461

Average $2,671/month

$2,863

$568

Average $616/week

$661

$14

Average $15/hour

$17

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$34,358	$2,863	$661	$17
Average	$32,058	$2,671	$616	$15
25th Percentile	$29,527	$2,461	$568	$14

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