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 $63,072, a Associate Apparel Designer (2-4 years)earns $77,862, a Fashion Designer III (4-7 years)earns $99,987, a Fashion Designer IV (7+ years)earns $139,158, a Manager of Fashion Design (7+ years)earns $132,137,

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 $87,005, California $86,675, Massachusetts $85,520. 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: $79,232; Apparel Designer II: $75,900; Associate Apparel Buyer: $73,215.

Associate Apparel Designer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Apparel Designer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Apparel Designer in Delaware is $79,579 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): $95,326
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,588 to $87,822
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,312

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Associate Apparel Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,822	$7,318	$1,689	$42
Average	$79,579	$6,632	$1,530	$38
25th Percentile	$71,588	$5,966	$1,377	$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): $63,072
Early Career (1-2 years): $77,862
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,987
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,158
Expert (over 8 years): $132,137

Levels	Salary
Fashion D... Level Associate Apparel Designer	$63,072
Associate... Level Associate Apparel Designer	$77,862
Fashion D... Level Associate Apparel Designer	$99,987
Fashion D... Level Associate Apparel Designer	$139,158
Manager o... Level Associate Apparel Designer	$132,137

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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: $87,005.
California: $86,675.
Massachusetts: $85,520.

District of Columbia $87,005 California $86,675 Massachusetts $85,520 Washington $85,206 New Jersey $85,174 Alaska $85,064 Connecticut $83,980 New York $83,540

Hawaii $82,133 Rhode Island $81,473 Maryland $81,025 Minnesota $80,412 Colorado $80,176 Illinois $80,098 Oregon $79,799 Delaware $79,579

New Hampshire $79,441 Virginia $79,131 Pennsylvania $78,228 Nevada $77,772 North Dakota $77,623 Michigan $77,387 Wisconsin $77,300 Vermont $77,127

Texas $76,648 Maine $76,617 Arizona $76,570 Ohio $76,515 Georgia $75,792 Indiana $75,430 Wyoming $75,359 Utah $75,249

Iowa $75,202 Kansas $74,825 Louisiana $74,715 North Carolina $74,676 Missouri $74,660 Florida $74,354 Montana $74,189 Nebraska $74,031

Kentucky $73,945 South Carolina $73,631 Tennessee $73,434 Idaho $73,356 New Mexico $72,782 Oklahoma $72,656 Alabama $72,193 South Dakota $71,415

Arkansas $70,990 West Virginia $70,762 Mississippi $70,079

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: $79,221
Little Creek: $79,801
Magnolia: $79,686

Lincoln, DE $79,221 Little Creek, DE $79,801 Magnolia, DE $79,686 Milford, DE $79,422 Marydel, DE $79,552 Millsboro, DE $78,888 Millville, DE $79,010 Milton, DE $79,147

Nassau, DE $79,204 Ocean View, DE $78,997 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,149 Seaford, DE $79,193 Selbyville, DE $78,866 Smyrna, DE $79,856 Viola, DE $79,488 Woodside, DE $79,702

Bear, DE $79,518 Newark, DE $79,488 Claymont, DE $79,651 Delaware City, DE $79,567 Hockessin, DE $79,481 Kirkwood, DE $79,552 Middletown, DE $79,583 Montchanin, DE $79,499

New Castle, DE $79,511 Odessa, DE $79,622 Port Penn, DE $79,676 Rockland, DE $79,507 Saint Georges, DE $79,558 Townsend, DE $79,681 Winterthur, DE $79,516 Lewes, DE $79,178

Wilmington, DE $79,485 Dover, DE $79,801 Dover Afb, DE $79,380 Bethany Beach, DE $78,914 Bethel, DE $78,995 Bridgeville, DE $79,182 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,576 Cheswold, DE $79,775

Clayton, DE $79,777 Dagsboro, DE $78,859 Delmar, DE $78,732 Ellendale, DE $78,971 Felton, DE $79,416 Fenwick Island, DE $78,876 Frankford, DE $78,738 Frederica, DE $79,494

Georgetown, DE $78,829 Greenwood, DE $79,194 Harbeson, DE $78,913 Harrington, DE $79,315 Hartly, DE $79,562 Houston, DE $79,202 Kenton, DE $79,781 Laurel, DE $78,782

Yorklyn, DE $79,505

Associate Apparel Designer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Apparel Designer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Retail & Wholesale, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Associate Apparel Designer positions in MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Associate Apparel Designer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Associate Apparel Designer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale	$87,537	$42.0	10%

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 July 01, 2026

$71,588

Average $79,579/year

$87,822

$5,966

Average $6,632/month

$7,318

$1,377

Average $1,530/week

$1,689

$34

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,822	$7,318	$1,689	$42
Average	$79,579	$6,632	$1,530	$38
25th Percentile	$71,588	$5,966	$1,377	$34

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