What are the main factors that influence a Sales'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 Sales?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Sales roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Sales's salary?

A Sales's salary grows with experience: a Sales (0-2 years)earns $59,353, a Sales Representative II (2-4 years)earns $75,474, a Sales Representative III (4-7 years)earns $96,667, a Sales Representative IV (7+ years)earns $127,529, a Sales Representative V (7-10 years)earns $143,110,

What are the highest paying states for a Sales?

Sales salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sales roles are District of Columbia $65,584, California $65,335, Massachusetts $64,464. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sales roles make?

Salaries for Sales level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Sales: $274,340; VP of Sales: $225,086; Sales Analysis Director: $198,132; Sales Director: $190,900; International Sales Manager: $127,962.

Sales Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sales make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sales in Delaware is $59,986 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,431
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,891 to $68,594
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,610

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Sales Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,594	$5,716	$1,319	$33
Average	$59,986	$4,999	$1,154	$29
25th Percentile	$50,891	$4,241	$979	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Sales Salaries

A Sales'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 Sales Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sales'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): $59,353
Early Career (1-2 years): $75,474
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,667
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,529
Expert (over 8 years): $143,110

Levels	Salary
Sales Level Sales	$59,353
Sales Rep... Level Sales	$75,474
Sales Rep... Level Sales	$96,667
Sales Rep... Level Sales	$127,529
Sales Rep... Level Sales	$143,110

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How Do Sales 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 Sales. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,584.
California: $65,335.
Massachusetts: $64,464.

District of Columbia $65,584 California $65,335 Massachusetts $64,464 Washington $64,227 New Jersey $64,204 Alaska $64,121 Connecticut $63,303 New York $62,972

Hawaii $61,911 Rhode Island $61,414 Maryland $61,076 Minnesota $60,614 Colorado $60,436 Illinois $60,377 Oregon $60,152 Delaware $59,986

New Hampshire $59,882 Virginia $59,649 Pennsylvania $58,967 Nevada $58,624 North Dakota $58,511 Michigan $58,334 Wisconsin $58,268 Vermont $58,138

Texas $57,777 Maine $57,753 Arizona $57,718 Ohio $57,676 Georgia $57,131 Indiana $56,859 Wyoming $56,805 Utah $56,722

Iowa $56,687 Kansas $56,403 Louisiana $56,320 North Carolina $56,290 Missouri $56,278 Florida $56,047 Montana $55,923 Nebraska $55,804

Kentucky $55,739 South Carolina $55,502 Tennessee $55,354 Idaho $55,295 New Mexico $54,863 Oklahoma $54,768 Alabama $54,418 South Dakota $53,832

Arkansas $53,512 West Virginia $53,340 Mississippi $52,825

Top Paying Cities for Sales

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: $59,716
Little Creek: $60,153
Magnolia: $60,067

Lincoln, DE $59,716 Little Creek, DE $60,153 Magnolia, DE $60,067 Milford, DE $59,868 Marydel, DE $59,966 Millsboro, DE $59,466 Millville, DE $59,557 Milton, DE $59,660

Nassau, DE $59,704 Ocean View, DE $59,547 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,662 Seaford, DE $59,695 Selbyville, DE $59,448 Smyrna, DE $60,195 Viola, DE $59,918 Woodside, DE $60,079

Bear, DE $59,940 Newark, DE $59,918 Claymont, DE $60,040 Delaware City, DE $59,977 Hockessin, DE $59,912 Kirkwood, DE $59,966 Middletown, DE $59,989 Montchanin, DE $59,926

New Castle, DE $59,935 Odessa, DE $60,019 Port Penn, DE $60,059 Rockland, DE $59,932 Saint Georges, DE $59,970 Townsend, DE $60,063 Winterthur, DE $59,939 Lewes, DE $59,684

Wilmington, DE $59,915 Dover, DE $60,153 Dover Afb, DE $59,836 Bethany Beach, DE $59,485 Bethel, DE $59,546 Bridgeville, DE $59,687 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,984 Cheswold, DE $60,134

Clayton, DE $60,136 Dagsboro, DE $59,443 Delmar, DE $59,348 Ellendale, DE $59,528 Felton, DE $59,863 Fenwick Island, DE $59,456 Frankford, DE $59,352 Frederica, DE $59,922

Georgetown, DE $59,421 Greenwood, DE $59,696 Harbeson, DE $59,484 Harrington, DE $59,787 Hartly, DE $59,973 Houston, DE $59,702 Kenton, DE $60,139 Laurel, DE $59,385

Yorklyn, DE $59,930

Sales Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sales roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Sales positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Sales as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Sales

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$77,982	$37.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$71,984	$35.0	20%
Biotechnology	$65,985	$32.0	10%

Sales Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sales'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

$50,891

Average $59,986/year

$68,594

$4,241

Average $4,999/month

$5,716

$979

Average $1,154/week

$1,319

$24

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,594	$5,716	$1,319	$33
Average	$59,986	$4,999	$1,154	$29
25th Percentile	$50,891	$4,241	$979	$24

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