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

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

How does experience change An Associate Apparel Designer's salary?

An Associate Apparel Designer's salary grows with experience: a Fashion Designer I (0-2 years)earns $63,070, a Associate Apparel Designer (2-4 years)earns $77,854, a Fashion Designer III (4-7 years)earns $99,984, a Fashion Designer IV (7+ years)earns $139,147, a Manager of Fashion Design (7+ years)earns $132,129,

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Apparel Designer?

Associate Apparel Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Apparel Designer roles are District of Columbia $87,001, California $86,671, Massachusetts $85,516. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Apparel Designer roles make?

Salaries for Associate Apparel Designer level roles vary by specialization: Apparel Designer IV: $135,500; Apparel Designer III: $97,400; Apparel Designer: $79,228; Apparel Designer II: $75,900; Associate Apparel Buyer: $73,214.

Associate Apparel Designer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Apparel Designer make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Apparel Designer in Delaware is $79,575 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,363
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,564 to $87,839
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,271

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Associate Apparel Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,839	$7,320	$1,689	$42
Average	$79,575	$6,631	$1,530	$38
25th Percentile	$71,564	$5,964	$1,376	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Apparel Designer Salaries

An Associate Apparel Designer'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 Associate Apparel Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Apparel Designer'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): $63,070
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,854
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,984
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,147
Expert (over 8 years): $132,129

Levels	Salary
Fashion D... Level Associate Apparel Designer	$63,070
Associate... Level Associate Apparel Designer	$77,854
Fashion D... Level Associate Apparel Designer	$99,984
Fashion D... Level Associate Apparel Designer	$139,147
Manager o... Level Associate Apparel Designer	$132,129

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How Do Associate Apparel Designer 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 Associate Apparel Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,001.
California: $86,671.
Massachusetts: $85,516.

District of Columbia $87,001 California $86,671 Massachusetts $85,516 Washington $85,201 New Jersey $85,170 Alaska $85,060 Connecticut $83,976 New York $83,536

Hawaii $82,129 Rhode Island $81,469 Maryland $81,021 Minnesota $80,408 Colorado $80,173 Illinois $80,094 Oregon $79,795 Delaware $79,575

New Hampshire $79,437 Virginia $79,127 Pennsylvania $78,224 Nevada $77,768 North Dakota $77,619 Michigan $77,383 Wisconsin $77,297 Vermont $77,124

Texas $76,644 Maine $76,613 Arizona $76,566 Ohio $76,511 Georgia $75,788 Indiana $75,426 Wyoming $75,356 Utah $75,246

Iowa $75,199 Kansas $74,821 Louisiana $74,711 North Carolina $74,672 Missouri $74,656 Florida $74,350 Montana $74,185 Nebraska $74,028

Kentucky $73,941 South Carolina $73,627 Tennessee $73,431 Idaho $73,352 New Mexico $72,778 Oklahoma $72,653 Alabama $72,189 South Dakota $71,411

Arkansas $70,987 West Virginia $70,759 Mississippi $70,075

Top Paying Cities for Associate Apparel Designers

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: $79,217
Little Creek: $79,797
Magnolia: $79,682

Lincoln, DE $79,217 Little Creek, DE $79,797 Magnolia, DE $79,682 Milford, DE $79,418 Marydel, DE $79,549 Millsboro, DE $78,885 Millville, DE $79,006 Milton, DE $79,143

Nassau, DE $79,201 Ocean View, DE $78,993 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,145 Seaford, DE $79,190 Selbyville, DE $78,862 Smyrna, DE $79,852 Viola, DE $79,484 Woodside, DE $79,698

Bear, DE $79,514 Newark, DE $79,484 Claymont, DE $79,647 Delaware City, DE $79,564 Hockessin, DE $79,477 Kirkwood, DE $79,549 Middletown, DE $79,579 Montchanin, DE $79,495

New Castle, DE $79,507 Odessa, DE $79,619 Port Penn, DE $79,672 Rockland, DE $79,503 Saint Georges, DE $79,554 Townsend, DE $79,677 Winterthur, DE $79,512 Lewes, DE $79,174

Wilmington, DE $79,481 Dover, DE $79,797 Dover Afb, DE $79,377 Bethany Beach, DE $78,910 Bethel, DE $78,992 Bridgeville, DE $79,178 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,572 Cheswold, DE $79,771

Clayton, DE $79,773 Dagsboro, DE $78,855 Delmar, DE $78,728 Ellendale, DE $78,967 Felton, DE $79,412 Fenwick Island, DE $78,872 Frankford, DE $78,735 Frederica, DE $79,490

Georgetown, DE $78,825 Greenwood, DE $79,190 Harbeson, DE $78,909 Harrington, DE $79,311 Hartly, DE $79,558 Houston, DE $79,198 Kenton, DE $79,777 Laurel, DE $78,778

Yorklyn, DE $79,501

Associate Apparel Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Apparel Designer'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 June 01, 2026

$71,564

Average $79,575/year

$87,839

$5,964

Average $6,631/month

$7,320

$1,376

Average $1,530/week

$1,689

$34

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,839	$7,320	$1,689	$42
Average	$79,575	$6,631	$1,530	$38
25th Percentile	$71,564	$5,964	$1,376	$34

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