What are the main factors that influence a Hostess / Host's salary?

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

How does experience change A Hostess / Host's salary?

A Hostess / Host's salary grows with experience: a Receptionist I (0-1 years)earns $40,913, a Hostess / Host (1-3 years)earns $46,091, a Receptionist III (3-5 years)earns $50,678,

What are the highest paying states for a Hostess / Host?

Hostess / Host salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hostess / Host roles are District of Columbia $50,395, California $50,204, Massachusetts $49,535. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hostess / Host roles make?

Salaries for Hostess / Host level roles vary by specialization: AM Host Hostess: $62,066; Lead Host/Hostess: $29,716; Breakfast Host/hostess: $29,604; Host or Hostess: $29,322; Host: $29,300.

Hostess / Host Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hostess / Host make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hostess / Host in Delaware is $46,094 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Hostess / Host's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,123
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,111 to $50,820
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,485

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Hostess / Host Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,820	$4,235	$977	$24
Average	$46,094	$3,841	$886	$22
25th Percentile	$42,111	$3,509	$810	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Hostess / Host Salaries

A Hostess / Host'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 Do Hostess / Host 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 Hostess / Hosts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,395.
California: $50,204.
Massachusetts: $49,535.

District of Columbia $50,395 California $50,204 Massachusetts $49,535 Washington $49,353 New Jersey $49,335 Alaska $49,271 Connecticut $48,643 New York $48,388

Hawaii $47,573 Rhode Island $47,191 Maryland $46,932 Minnesota $46,577 Colorado $46,440 Illinois $46,394 Oregon $46,221 Delaware $46,094

New Hampshire $46,014 Virginia $45,835 Pennsylvania $45,311 Nevada $45,047 North Dakota $44,961 Michigan $44,824 Wisconsin $44,774 Vermont $44,674

Texas $44,396 Maine $44,378 Arizona $44,351 Ohio $44,319 Georgia $43,900 Indiana $43,691 Wyoming $43,650 Utah $43,586

Iowa $43,559 Kansas $43,340 Louisiana $43,277 North Carolina $43,254 Missouri $43,245 Florida $43,067 Montana $42,972 Nebraska $42,881

Kentucky $42,831 South Carolina $42,648 Tennessee $42,535 Idaho $42,489 New Mexico $42,157 Oklahoma $42,084 Alabama $41,816 South Dakota $41,365

Arkansas $41,119 West Virginia $40,987 Mississippi $40,591

Top Paying Cities for Hostess / Hosts

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: $45,887
Little Creek: $46,222
Magnolia: $46,156

Lincoln, DE $45,887 Little Creek, DE $46,222 Magnolia, DE $46,156 Milford, DE $46,003 Marydel, DE $46,079 Millsboro, DE $45,694 Millville, DE $45,765 Milton, DE $45,844

Nassau, DE $45,877 Ocean View, DE $45,757 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,845 Seaford, DE $45,871 Selbyville, DE $45,681 Smyrna, DE $46,254 Viola, DE $46,041 Woodside, DE $46,165

Bear, DE $46,059 Newark, DE $46,041 Claymont, DE $46,135 Delaware City, DE $46,087 Hockessin, DE $46,037 Kirkwood, DE $46,079 Middletown, DE $46,096 Montchanin, DE $46,048

New Castle, DE $46,054 Odessa, DE $46,119 Port Penn, DE $46,150 Rockland, DE $46,052 Saint Georges, DE $46,082 Townsend, DE $46,153 Winterthur, DE $46,058 Lewes, DE $45,861

Wilmington, DE $46,039 Dover, DE $46,222 Dover Afb, DE $45,979 Bethany Beach, DE $45,709 Bethel, DE $45,756 Bridgeville, DE $45,864 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,092 Cheswold, DE $46,207

Clayton, DE $46,209 Dagsboro, DE $45,677 Delmar, DE $45,603 Ellendale, DE $45,742 Felton, DE $45,999 Fenwick Island, DE $45,687 Frankford, DE $45,607 Frederica, DE $46,045

Georgetown, DE $45,659 Greenwood, DE $45,871 Harbeson, DE $45,708 Harrington, DE $45,941 Hartly, DE $46,084 Houston, DE $45,876 Kenton, DE $46,211 Laurel, DE $45,632

Yorklyn, DE $46,051

Hostess / Host Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Hostess / Host roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Hostess / Host positions in Internet or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Hostess / Host as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Hostess / Host

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$57,618	$28.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$55,313	$27.0	20%
Chemicals	$55,313	$27.0	20%
Insurance	$53,008	$25.0	15%
Biotechnology	$50,703	$24.0	10%

Hostess / Host Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hostess / Host'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

$42,111

Average $46,094/year

$50,820

$3,509

Average $3,841/month

$4,235

$810

Average $886/week

$977

$20

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,820	$4,235	$977	$24
Average	$46,094	$3,841	$886	$22
25th Percentile	$42,111	$3,509	$810	$20

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