What are the main factors that influence a Retail Store'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 Retail Store?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Retail Store roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Retail Store's salary?

A Retail Store's salary grows with experience: a Retail Store Customer Service Representative (0-1 years)earns $36,365, a Retail Store (1-3 years)earns $40,652, a Retail Third Keyholder (3-5 years)earns $45,138,

What are the highest paying states for a Retail Store?

Retail Store salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Retail Store roles are District of Columbia $39,326, California $39,177, Massachusetts $38,655. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Retail Store roles make?

Salaries for Retail Store level roles vary by specialization: Retail Store Operations Executive: $232,847; Retail Store Operations Director: $178,390; Retail Store Design Director: $143,684; Retail Store Construction Director: $142,609; Retail Store Operations Manager: $110,343.

Retail Store Salary in Delaware

How much does a Retail Store make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Retail Store in Delaware is $35,970 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Retail Store's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $44,195
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,223 to $40,275
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $28,812

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Retail Store Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,275	$3,356	$775	$19
Average	$35,970	$2,997	$692	$17
25th Percentile	$32,223	$2,685	$620	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Retail Store Salaries

A Retail Store'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 Retail Store 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 Retail Stores. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $39,326.
California: $39,177.
Massachusetts: $38,655.

District of Columbia $39,326 California $39,177 Massachusetts $38,655 Washington $38,513 New Jersey $38,499 Alaska $38,449 Connecticut $37,959 New York $37,760

Hawaii $37,124 Rhode Island $36,826 Maryland $36,623 Minnesota $36,346 Colorado $36,240 Illinois $36,204 Oregon $36,069 Delaware $35,970

New Hampshire $35,907 Virginia $35,767 Pennsylvania $35,359 Nevada $35,153 North Dakota $35,085 Michigan $34,979 Wisconsin $34,940 Vermont $34,861

Texas $34,645 Maine $34,631 Arizona $34,609 Ohio $34,584 Georgia $34,258 Indiana $34,094 Wyoming $34,062 Utah $34,013

Iowa $33,991 Kansas $33,821 Louisiana $33,771 North Carolina $33,753 Missouri $33,746 Florida $33,608 Montana $33,533 Nebraska $33,462

Kentucky $33,423 South Carolina $33,281 Tennessee $33,192 Idaho $33,157 New Mexico $32,897 Oklahoma $32,840 Alabama $32,631 South Dakota $32,279

Arkansas $32,087 West Virginia $31,984 Mississippi $31,675

Top Paying Cities for Retail Stores

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: $35,808
Little Creek: $36,070
Magnolia: $36,018

Lincoln, DE $35,808 Little Creek, DE $36,070 Magnolia, DE $36,018 Milford, DE $35,899 Marydel, DE $35,958 Millsboro, DE $35,657 Millville, DE $35,712 Milton, DE $35,774

Nassau, DE $35,800 Ocean View, DE $35,706 Rehoboth Beach, DE $35,775 Seaford, DE $35,795 Selbyville, DE $35,647 Smyrna, DE $36,095 Viola, DE $35,928 Woodside, DE $36,025

Bear, DE $35,942 Newark, DE $35,928 Claymont, DE $36,002 Delaware City, DE $35,964 Hockessin, DE $35,925 Kirkwood, DE $35,958 Middletown, DE $35,971 Montchanin, DE $35,933

New Castle, DE $35,939 Odessa, DE $35,989 Port Penn, DE $36,013 Rockland, DE $35,937 Saint Georges, DE $35,960 Townsend, DE $36,015 Winterthur, DE $35,941 Lewes, DE $35,788

Wilmington, DE $35,927 Dover, DE $36,070 Dover Afb, DE $35,880 Bethany Beach, DE $35,669 Bethel, DE $35,706 Bridgeville, DE $35,790 Camden Wyoming, DE $35,968 Cheswold, DE $36,058

Clayton, DE $36,059 Dagsboro, DE $35,644 Delmar, DE $35,587 Ellendale, DE $35,695 Felton, DE $35,896 Fenwick Island, DE $35,652 Frankford, DE $35,590 Frederica, DE $35,931

Georgetown, DE $35,630 Greenwood, DE $35,796 Harbeson, DE $35,668 Harrington, DE $35,850 Hartly, DE $35,962 Houston, DE $35,799 Kenton, DE $36,061 Laurel, DE $35,609

Yorklyn, DE $35,936

Retail Store Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Retail Store roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Retail Store positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Retail Store as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Retail Store

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$43,164	$21.0	20%
MFG Durable	$41,365	$20.0	15%
Healthcare	$39,567	$19.0	10%

Retail Store Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Retail Store'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 August 01, 2026

$32,223

Average $35,970/year

$40,275

$2,685

Average $2,997/month

$3,356

$620

Average $692/week

$775

$15

Average $17/hour

$19

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$40,275	$3,356	$775	$19
Average	$35,970	$2,997	$692	$17
25th Percentile	$32,223	$2,685	$620	$15

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