What are the main factors that influence an ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF'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 WAIT STAFF's salary?

An ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF's salary grows with experience: starting around $31,262 for beginners, reaching about $32,019 at mid-level, and approach $32,186 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF?

ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF roles are District of Columbia $40,625, California $40,471, Massachusetts $39,932. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF roles make?

Salaries for ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF level roles vary by specialization: Medical Staff Associate: $90,055; Service and Wait Staff Manager: $85,750; Associate Staff Analyst: $84,854; Associate Chief of Staff: $83,251; Staff Associate: $53,067.

ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF Salary in Delaware

How much does an ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF in Delaware is $37,158 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

However, an ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,322
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,930 to $40,908
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,991

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ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,908	$3,409	$787	$20
Average	$37,158	$3,097	$715	$18
25th Percentile	$33,930	$2,828	$653	$16

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Key Factors That Influence ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF Salaries

An ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF'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 WAIT STAFF Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF'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): $31,262
Early Career (1-2 years): $31,519
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $32,019
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $32,119
Expert (over 8 years): $32,186

Levels	Salary
Entry Level ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF	$31,262
Intermediate Level ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF	$31,519
Senior Level ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF	$32,019
Specialist Level ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF	$32,119
Expert Level ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF	$32,186

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How Do ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF 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 WAIT STAFves. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $40,625.
California: $40,471.
Massachusetts: $39,932.

District of Columbia $40,625 California $40,471 Massachusetts $39,932 Washington $39,785 New Jersey $39,771 Alaska $39,719 Connecticut $39,213 New York $39,007

Hawaii $38,351 Rhode Island $38,042 Maryland $37,833 Minnesota $37,547 Colorado $37,437 Illinois $37,400 Oregon $37,261 Delaware $37,158

New Hampshire $37,094 Virginia $36,949 Pennsylvania $36,527 Nevada $36,314 North Dakota $36,244 Michigan $36,134 Wisconsin $36,094 Vermont $36,013

Texas $35,789 Maine $35,775 Arizona $35,753 Ohio $35,727 Georgia $35,390 Indiana $35,221 Wyoming $35,188 Utah $35,136

Iowa $35,114 Kansas $34,938 Louisiana $34,887 North Carolina $34,869 Missouri $34,861 Florida $34,718 Montana $34,641 Nebraska $34,568

Kentucky $34,527 South Carolina $34,380 Tennessee $34,289 Idaho $34,252 New Mexico $33,984 Oklahoma $33,926 Alabama $33,709 South Dakota $33,346

Arkansas $33,148 West Virginia $33,041 Mississippi $32,722

Top Paying Cities for ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFves

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: $38,457
Little Creek: $38,101
Magnolia: $38,259

Lincoln, DE $38,457 Little Creek, DE $38,101 Magnolia, DE $38,259 Milford, DE $38,457 Marydel, DE $37,958 Millsboro, DE $38,457 Millville, DE $38,714 Milton, DE $38,457

Nassau, DE $38,457 Ocean View, DE $38,714 Rehoboth Beach, DE $38,714 Seaford, DE $38,053 Selbyville, DE $38,714 Smyrna, DE $37,914 Viola, DE $38,259 Woodside, DE $38,149

Bear, DE $37,635 Newark, DE $37,650 Claymont, DE $37,679 Delaware City, DE $37,650 Hockessin, DE $37,679 Kirkwood, DE $37,650 Middletown, DE $37,837 Montchanin, DE $37,679

New Castle, DE $37,679 Odessa, DE $37,888 Port Penn, DE $37,547 Rockland, DE $37,679 Saint Georges, DE $37,650 Townsend, DE $37,833 Winterthur, DE $37,679 Lewes, DE $38,457

Wilmington, DE $37,679 Dover, DE $38,083 Dover Afb, DE $38,171 Bethany Beach, DE $38,714 Bethel, DE $38,053 Bridgeville, DE $38,457 Camden Wyoming, DE $38,123 Cheswold, DE $37,995

Clayton, DE $37,899 Dagsboro, DE $38,714 Delmar, DE $38,053 Ellendale, DE $38,457 Felton, DE $38,457 Fenwick Island, DE $38,714 Frankford, DE $38,714 Frederica, DE $38,457

Georgetown, DE $38,457 Greenwood, DE $38,457 Harbeson, DE $38,457 Harrington, DE $38,457 Hartly, DE $37,881 Houston, DE $38,457 Kenton, DE $37,899 Laurel, DE $38,053

Yorklyn, DE $37,679

ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF'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 April 01, 2026

$33,930

Average $37,158/year

$40,908

$2,828

Average $3,097/month

$3,409

$653

Average $715/week

$787

$16

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,908	$3,409	$787	$20
Average	$37,158	$3,097	$715	$18
25th Percentile	$33,930	$2,828	$653	$16

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