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 $37,870 for beginners, reaching about $40,161 at mid-level, and approach $40,728 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 $43,365, California $43,201, Massachusetts $42,625. 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 Specialist II: $71,000; Alterations Shop Tailor/Fitter: $65,338; Alterations Supervisor: $63,466; Alterations Tailor: $59,490.

Alterations Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does an Alterations Associate make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Alterations Associate in Delaware is $39,664 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): $49,421
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,620 to $44,771
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,939

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Alterations Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,771	$3,731	$861	$22
Average	$39,664	$3,305	$763	$19
25th Percentile	$35,620	$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): $37,870
Early Career (1-2 years): $38,600
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $40,161
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $40,374
Expert (over 8 years): $40,728

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Alterations Associate	$37,870
Intermediate Level Alterations Associate	$38,600
Senior Level Alterations Associate	$40,161
Specialist Level Alterations Associate	$40,374
Expert Level Alterations Associate	$40,728

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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: $43,365.
California: $43,201.
Massachusetts: $42,625.

District of Columbia $43,365 California $43,201 Massachusetts $42,625 Washington $42,469 New Jersey $42,453 Alaska $42,398 Connecticut $41,858 New York $41,638

Hawaii $40,937 Rhode Island $40,608 Maryland $40,385 Minnesota $40,079 Colorado $39,962 Illinois $39,923 Oregon $39,774 Delaware $39,664

New Hampshire $39,595 Virginia $39,441 Pennsylvania $38,991 Nevada $38,763 North Dakota $38,689 Michigan $38,571 Wisconsin $38,528 Vermont $38,442

Texas $38,203 Maine $38,188 Arizona $38,164 Ohio $38,137 Georgia $37,776 Indiana $37,596 Wyoming $37,561 Utah $37,506

Iowa $37,483 Kansas $37,295 Louisiana $37,240 North Carolina $37,220 Missouri $37,212 Florida $37,060 Montana $36,977 Nebraska $36,899

Kentucky $36,856 South Carolina $36,699 Tennessee $36,601 Idaho $36,562 New Mexico $36,276 Oklahoma $36,214 Alabama $35,983 South Dakota $35,595

Arkansas $35,383 West Virginia $35,270 Mississippi $34,929

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: $41,051
Little Creek: $40,671
Magnolia: $40,839

Lincoln, DE $41,051 Little Creek, DE $40,671 Magnolia, DE $40,839 Milford, DE $41,051 Marydel, DE $40,518 Millsboro, DE $41,051 Millville, DE $41,325 Milton, DE $41,051

Nassau, DE $41,051 Ocean View, DE $41,325 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,325 Seaford, DE $40,620 Selbyville, DE $41,325 Smyrna, DE $40,471 Viola, DE $40,839 Woodside, DE $40,722

Bear, DE $40,173 Newark, DE $40,189 Claymont, DE $40,220 Delaware City, DE $40,189 Hockessin, DE $40,220 Kirkwood, DE $40,189 Middletown, DE $40,389 Montchanin, DE $40,220

New Castle, DE $40,220 Odessa, DE $40,444 Port Penn, DE $40,079 Rockland, DE $40,220 Saint Georges, DE $40,189 Townsend, DE $40,385 Winterthur, DE $40,220 Lewes, DE $41,051

Wilmington, DE $40,220 Dover, DE $40,651 Dover Afb, DE $40,745 Bethany Beach, DE $41,325 Bethel, DE $40,620 Bridgeville, DE $41,051 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,694 Cheswold, DE $40,557

Clayton, DE $40,455 Dagsboro, DE $41,325 Delmar, DE $40,620 Ellendale, DE $41,051 Felton, DE $41,051 Fenwick Island, DE $41,325 Frankford, DE $41,325 Frederica, DE $41,051

Georgetown, DE $41,051 Greenwood, DE $41,051 Harbeson, DE $41,051 Harrington, DE $41,051 Hartly, DE $40,436 Houston, DE $41,051 Kenton, DE $40,455 Laurel, DE $40,620

Yorklyn, DE $40,220

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.

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$35,620

Average $39,664/year

$44,771

$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	$44,771	$3,731	$861	$22
Average	$39,664	$3,305	$763	$19
25th Percentile	$35,620	$2,968	$685	$17

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