What are the main factors that influence a Catering Director'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 Catering Director?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Catering Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Catering Director's salary?

A Catering Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $77,309 for beginners, reaching about $78,658 at mid-level, and approach $84,075 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Catering Director?

Catering Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Catering Director roles are District of Columbia $88,271, California $87,936, Massachusetts $86,764. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Catering Director roles make?

Salaries for Catering Director level roles vary by specialization: Catering Sales Director: $193,510; Director Of Catering Sales: $190,987; Director Of Catering: $80,769; Director of Catering and Convention Services: $79,165; Director of Catering Operations: $79,100.

Catering Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Catering Director make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Catering Director in Delaware is $80,737 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,422
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,576 to $92,087
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,057

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Catering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,087	$7,674	$1,771	$44
Average	$80,737	$6,728	$1,553	$39
25th Percentile	$73,576	$6,131	$1,415	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Catering Director Salaries

A Catering Director'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 Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Catering Director'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): $77,309
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,621
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $78,658
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,905
Expert (over 8 years): $84,075

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Catering Director	$77,309
Intermediate Level Catering Director	$77,621
Senior Level Catering Director	$78,658
Specialist Level Catering Director	$81,905
Expert Level Catering Director	$84,075

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

District of Columbia: $88,271.
California: $87,936.
Massachusetts: $86,764.

District of Columbia $88,271 California $87,936 Massachusetts $86,764 Washington $86,445 New Jersey $86,413 Alaska $86,302 Connecticut $85,201 New York $84,755

Hawaii $83,328 Rhode Island $82,658 Maryland $82,204 Minnesota $81,582 Colorado $81,343 Illinois $81,263 Oregon $80,960 Delaware $80,737

New Hampshire $80,596 Virginia $80,282 Pennsylvania $79,366 Nevada $78,903 North Dakota $78,752 Michigan $78,512 Wisconsin $78,425 Vermont $78,249

Texas $77,763 Maine $77,731 Arizona $77,683 Ohio $77,628 Georgia $76,894 Indiana $76,527 Wyoming $76,456 Utah $76,344

Iowa $76,296 Kansas $75,913 Louisiana $75,802 North Carolina $75,762 Missouri $75,746 Florida $75,435 Montana $75,268 Nebraska $75,108

Kentucky $75,021 South Carolina $74,702 Tennessee $74,502 Idaho $74,423 New Mexico $73,841 Oklahoma $73,713 Alabama $73,243 South Dakota $72,453

Arkansas $72,023 West Virginia $71,792 Mississippi $71,098

Top Paying Cities for Catering Directors

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: $80,373
Little Creek: $80,962
Magnolia: $80,845

Lincoln, DE $80,373 Little Creek, DE $80,962 Magnolia, DE $80,845 Milford, DE $80,577 Marydel, DE $80,710 Millsboro, DE $80,036 Millville, DE $80,160 Milton, DE $80,298

Nassau, DE $80,357 Ocean View, DE $80,146 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,300 Seaford, DE $80,345 Selbyville, DE $80,013 Smyrna, DE $81,017 Viola, DE $80,644 Woodside, DE $80,861

Bear, DE $80,675 Newark, DE $80,644 Claymont, DE $80,809 Delaware City, DE $80,725 Hockessin, DE $80,637 Kirkwood, DE $80,710 Middletown, DE $80,741 Montchanin, DE $80,655

New Castle, DE $80,667 Odessa, DE $80,781 Port Penn, DE $80,835 Rockland, DE $80,663 Saint Georges, DE $80,715 Townsend, DE $80,840 Winterthur, DE $80,673 Lewes, DE $80,329

Wilmington, DE $80,641 Dover, DE $80,962 Dover Afb, DE $80,535 Bethany Beach, DE $80,062 Bethel, DE $80,144 Bridgeville, DE $80,333 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,734 Cheswold, DE $80,935

Clayton, DE $80,938 Dagsboro, DE $80,006 Delmar, DE $79,877 Ellendale, DE $80,120 Felton, DE $80,571 Fenwick Island, DE $80,023 Frankford, DE $79,884 Frederica, DE $80,651

Georgetown, DE $79,975 Greenwood, DE $80,346 Harbeson, DE $80,061 Harrington, DE $80,469 Hartly, DE $80,719 Houston, DE $80,354 Kenton, DE $80,942 Laurel, DE $79,928

Yorklyn, DE $80,661

Catering Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Catering Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Catering Director positions in Business Services or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Catering Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Catering Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$96,884	$47.0	20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$88,810	$43.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Catering Director'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 August 01, 2026

$73,576

Average $80,737/year

$92,087

$6,131

Average $6,728/month

$7,674

$1,415

Average $1,553/week

$1,771

$35

Average $39/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,087	$7,674	$1,771	$44
Average	$80,737	$6,728	$1,553	$39
25th Percentile	$73,576	$6,131	$1,415	$35

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