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

What industry pays the highest salary for ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF's salary?

An ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF's salary grows with experience: starting around $31,263 for beginners, reaching about $32,021 at mid-level, and approach $32,187 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 $40,928, California $40,773, Massachusetts $40,229. 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: $90,091; Service and Wait Staff Manager: $85,830; Associate Staff Analyst: $84,876; Associate Chief of Staff: $83,242; Staff Associate: $53,098.

ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF Salary in Delaware

How much does an ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF in Delaware is $37,435 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): $44,651
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,182 to $41,212
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,220

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ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,212	$3,434	$793	$20
Average	$37,435	$3,120	$720	$18
25th Percentile	$34,182	$2,848	$657	$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): $31,263
Early Career (1-2 years): $31,520
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $32,021
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $32,121
Expert (over 8 years): $32,187

Levels	Salary
Entry Level ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF	$31,263
Intermediate Level ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF	$31,520
Senior Level ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF	$32,021
Specialist Level ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF	$32,121
Expert Level ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF	$32,187

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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: $40,928.
California: $40,773.
Massachusetts: $40,229.

District of Columbia $40,928 California $40,773 Massachusetts $40,229 Washington $40,081 New Jersey $40,067 Alaska $40,015 Connecticut $39,505 New York $39,298

Hawaii $38,636 Rhode Island $38,326 Maryland $38,115 Minnesota $37,826 Colorado $37,716 Illinois $37,679 Oregon $37,538 Delaware $37,435

New Hampshire $37,370 Virginia $37,224 Pennsylvania $36,799 Nevada $36,584 North Dakota $36,514 Michigan $36,403 Wisconsin $36,363 Vermont $36,281

Texas $36,056 Maine $36,041 Arizona $36,019 Ohio $35,993 Georgia $35,653 Indiana $35,483 Wyoming $35,450 Utah $35,398

Iowa $35,376 Kansas $35,198 Louisiana $35,147 North Carolina $35,128 Missouri $35,121 Florida $34,976 Montana $34,899 Nebraska $34,825

Kentucky $34,784 South Carolina $34,636 Tennessee $34,544 Idaho $34,507 New Mexico $34,237 Oklahoma $34,178 Alabama $33,960 South Dakota $33,594

Arkansas $33,394 West Virginia $33,287 Mississippi $32,966

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: $37,266
Little Creek: $37,539
Magnolia: $37,485

Lincoln, DE $37,266 Little Creek, DE $37,539 Magnolia, DE $37,485 Milford, DE $37,361 Marydel, DE $37,422 Millsboro, DE $37,110 Millville, DE $37,167 Milton, DE $37,231

Nassau, DE $37,258 Ocean View, DE $37,161 Rehoboth Beach, DE $37,232 Seaford, DE $37,253 Selbyville, DE $37,099 Smyrna, DE $37,565 Viola, DE $37,392 Woodside, DE $37,492

Bear, DE $37,406 Newark, DE $37,392 Claymont, DE $37,468 Delaware City, DE $37,429 Hockessin, DE $37,388 Kirkwood, DE $37,422 Middletown, DE $37,437 Montchanin, DE $37,397

New Castle, DE $37,402 Odessa, DE $37,455 Port Penn, DE $37,480 Rockland, DE $37,401 Saint Georges, DE $37,425 Townsend, DE $37,482 Winterthur, DE $37,405 Lewes, DE $37,246

Wilmington, DE $37,390 Dover, DE $37,539 Dover Afb, DE $37,341 Bethany Beach, DE $37,122 Bethel, DE $37,160 Bridgeville, DE $37,248 Camden Wyoming, DE $37,433 Cheswold, DE $37,527

Clayton, DE $37,528 Dagsboro, DE $37,096 Delmar, DE $37,036 Ellendale, DE $37,149 Felton, DE $37,358 Fenwick Island, DE $37,104 Frankford, DE $37,039 Frederica, DE $37,395

Georgetown, DE $37,082 Greenwood, DE $37,254 Harbeson, DE $37,121 Harrington, DE $37,310 Hartly, DE $37,427 Houston, DE $37,257 Kenton, DE $37,530 Laurel, DE $37,059

Yorklyn, DE $37,400

ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an ASSOCIATE WAIT STAFF

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$46,793	$22.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$44,922	$22.0	20%
Software & Networking	$44,922	$22.0	20%
Healthcare	$43,050	$21.0	15%
Biotechnology	$41,178	$20.0	10%

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.

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$34,182

Average $37,435/year

$41,212

$2,848

Average $3,120/month

$3,434

$657

Average $720/week

$793

$16

Average $18/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,212	$3,434	$793	$20
Average	$37,435	$3,120	$720	$18
25th Percentile	$34,182	$2,848	$657	$16

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