What are the main factors that influence an Alterations Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change An Alterations Associate's salary?

An Alterations Associate's salary grows with experience: starting around $37,872 for beginners, reaching about $40,162 at mid-level, and approach $40,729 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Alterations Associate?

Alterations Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Alterations Associate roles are District of Columbia $43,367, California $43,203, Massachusetts $42,627. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Alterations Associate roles make?

Salaries for Alterations Associate level roles vary by specialization: Alterations Manager: $77,283; Alterations Shop Tailor/Fitter: $65,320; Alterations Supervisor: $63,447; Alterations Specialist II: $60,900; Alterations Tailor: $59,479.

Alterations Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does an Alterations Associate make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Alterations Associate in Delaware is $39,666 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,416
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,622 to $44,769
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,940

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Alterations Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,769	$3,731	$861	$22
Average	$39,666	$3,305	$763	$19
25th Percentile	$35,622	$2,968	$685	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Alterations Associate Salaries

An Alterations Associate'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 Alterations Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Alterations Associate'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): $37,872
Early Career (1-2 years): $38,602
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,162
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,374
Expert (over 8 years): $40,729

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Alterations Associate	$37,872
Intermediate Level Alterations Associate	$38,602
Senior Level Alterations Associate	$40,162
Specialist Level Alterations Associate	$40,374
Expert Level Alterations Associate	$40,729

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How Do Alterations Associate 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 Alterations Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,367.
California: $43,203.
Massachusetts: $42,627.

District of Columbia $43,367 California $43,203 Massachusetts $42,627 Washington $42,470 New Jersey $42,454 Alaska $42,400 Connecticut $41,859 New York $41,640

Hawaii $40,939 Rhode Island $40,610 Maryland $40,386 Minnesota $40,081 Colorado $39,963 Illinois $39,924 Oregon $39,775 Delaware $39,666

New Hampshire $39,597 Virginia $39,442 Pennsylvania $38,992 Nevada $38,765 North Dakota $38,690 Michigan $38,573 Wisconsin $38,530 Vermont $38,444

Texas $38,205 Maine $38,189 Arizona $38,165 Ohio $38,138 Georgia $37,778 Indiana $37,598 Wyoming $37,562 Utah $37,507

Iowa $37,484 Kansas $37,296 Louisiana $37,241 North Carolina $37,222 Missouri $37,214 Florida $37,061 Montana $36,979 Nebraska $36,900

Kentucky $36,857 South Carolina $36,701 Tennessee $36,603 Idaho $36,564 New Mexico $36,278 Oklahoma $36,215 Alabama $35,984 South Dakota $35,596

Arkansas $35,385 West Virginia $35,271 Mississippi $34,930

Top Paying Cities for Alterations Associates

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: $41,052
Little Creek: $40,672
Magnolia: $40,841

Lincoln, DE $41,052 Little Creek, DE $40,672 Magnolia, DE $40,841 Milford, DE $41,052 Marydel, DE $40,520 Millsboro, DE $41,052 Millville, DE $41,326 Milton, DE $41,052

Nassau, DE $41,052 Ocean View, DE $41,326 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,326 Seaford, DE $40,621 Selbyville, DE $41,326 Smyrna, DE $40,473 Viola, DE $40,841 Woodside, DE $40,723

Bear, DE $40,175 Newark, DE $40,190 Claymont, DE $40,222 Delaware City, DE $40,190 Hockessin, DE $40,222 Kirkwood, DE $40,190 Middletown, DE $40,390 Montchanin, DE $40,222

New Castle, DE $40,222 Odessa, DE $40,445 Port Penn, DE $40,081 Rockland, DE $40,222 Saint Georges, DE $40,190 Townsend, DE $40,386 Winterthur, DE $40,222 Lewes, DE $41,052

Wilmington, DE $40,222 Dover, DE $40,653 Dover Afb, DE $40,747 Bethany Beach, DE $41,326 Bethel, DE $40,621 Bridgeville, DE $41,052 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,696 Cheswold, DE $40,559

Clayton, DE $40,457 Dagsboro, DE $41,326 Delmar, DE $40,621 Ellendale, DE $41,052 Felton, DE $41,052 Fenwick Island, DE $41,326 Frankford, DE $41,326 Frederica, DE $41,052

Georgetown, DE $41,052 Greenwood, DE $41,052 Harbeson, DE $41,052 Harrington, DE $41,052 Hartly, DE $40,437 Houston, DE $41,052 Kenton, DE $40,457 Laurel, DE $40,621

Yorklyn, DE $40,222

Alterations Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Alterations Associate'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

$35,622

Average $39,666/year

$44,769

$2,968

Average $3,305/month

$3,731

$685

Average $763/week

$861

$17

Average $19/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,769	$3,731	$861	$22
Average	$39,666	$3,305	$763	$19
25th Percentile	$35,622	$2,968	$685	$17

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