What are the main factors that influence an Inventory Assistant'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 Inventory Assistant?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Inventory Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Inventory Assistant's salary?

An Inventory Assistant's salary grows with experience: an Inventory Control Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $38,616, an Inventory Assistant (1-3 years)earns $47,262, an Inventory Control Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $54,465, an Inventory Control Supervisor (5+ years)earns $78,237, an Inventory Control Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $86,804,

What are the highest paying states for an Inventory Assistant?

Inventory Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Inventory Assistant roles are District of Columbia $51,316, California $51,121, Massachusetts $50,440. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Inventory Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Inventory Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Inventory Manager: $96,784; Assistant Manager Merchandise & Inventory: $81,112; Assistant Manager Inventory Control: $76,529; Warehouse Inventory Assistant: $58,691; Assistant Inventory Planner: $57,152.

Inventory Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Inventory Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Inventory Assistant in Delaware is $46,936 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,925
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,240 to $51,641
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,964

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Inventory Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,641	$4,303	$993	$25
Average	$46,936	$3,911	$903	$23
25th Percentile	$42,240	$3,520	$812	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Inventory Assistant Salaries

An Inventory Assistant'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 Inventory Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Inventory Assistant'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): $38,616
Early Career (1-2 years): $47,262
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $54,465
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $78,237
Expert (over 8 years): $86,804

Levels	Salary
Inventory... Level Inventory Assistant	$38,616
Inventory... Level Inventory Assistant	$47,262
Inventory... Level Inventory Assistant	$54,465
Inventory... Level Inventory Assistant	$78,237
Inventory... Level Inventory Assistant	$86,804

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

District of Columbia: $51,316.
California: $51,121.
Massachusetts: $50,440.

District of Columbia $51,316 California $51,121 Massachusetts $50,440 Washington $50,254 New Jersey $50,236 Alaska $50,171 Connecticut $49,531 New York $49,272

Hawaii $48,442 Rhode Island $48,053 Maryland $47,789 Minnesota $47,427 Colorado $47,288 Illinois $47,242 Oregon $47,066 Delaware $46,936

New Hampshire $46,854 Virginia $46,672 Pennsylvania $46,139 Nevada $45,870 North Dakota $45,782 Michigan $45,643 Wisconsin $45,592 Vermont $45,490

Texas $45,207 Maine $45,189 Arizona $45,161 Ohio $45,128 Georgia $44,702 Indiana $44,489 Wyoming $44,447 Utah $44,382

Iowa $44,354 Kansas $44,132 Louisiana $44,067 North Carolina $44,044 Missouri $44,035 Florida $43,854 Montana $43,757 Nebraska $43,664

Kentucky $43,613 South Carolina $43,428 Tennessee $43,312 Idaho $43,265 New Mexico $42,927 Oklahoma $42,853 Alabama $42,579 South Dakota $42,121

Arkansas $41,870 West Virginia $41,736 Mississippi $41,333

Top Paying Cities for Inventory Assistants

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: $46,725
Little Creek: $47,067
Magnolia: $46,999

Lincoln, DE $46,725 Little Creek, DE $47,067 Magnolia, DE $46,999 Milford, DE $46,843 Marydel, DE $46,920 Millsboro, DE $46,529 Millville, DE $46,600 Milton, DE $46,681

Nassau, DE $46,715 Ocean View, DE $46,593 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,682 Seaford, DE $46,708 Selbyville, DE $46,515 Smyrna, DE $47,099 Viola, DE $46,882 Woodside, DE $47,008

Bear, DE $46,900 Newark, DE $46,882 Claymont, DE $46,978 Delaware City, DE $46,929 Hockessin, DE $46,878 Kirkwood, DE $46,920 Middletown, DE $46,938 Montchanin, DE $46,889

New Castle, DE $46,896 Odessa, DE $46,962 Port Penn, DE $46,993 Rockland, DE $46,893 Saint Georges, DE $46,923 Townsend, DE $46,996 Winterthur, DE $46,899 Lewes, DE $46,699

Wilmington, DE $46,880 Dover, DE $47,067 Dover Afb, DE $46,819 Bethany Beach, DE $46,543 Bethel, DE $46,592 Bridgeville, DE $46,701 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,934 Cheswold, DE $47,051

Clayton, DE $47,053 Dagsboro, DE $46,511 Delmar, DE $46,436 Ellendale, DE $46,577 Felton, DE $46,840 Fenwick Island, DE $46,521 Frankford, DE $46,440 Frederica, DE $46,886

Georgetown, DE $46,493 Greenwood, DE $46,709 Harbeson, DE $46,543 Harrington, DE $46,780 Hartly, DE $46,926 Houston, DE $46,714 Kenton, DE $47,055 Laurel, DE $46,466

Yorklyn, DE $46,892

Inventory Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Inventory Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Inventory Assistant positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Inventory Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Inventory Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$51,630	$25.0	10%
Biotechnology	$51,630	$25.0	10%
Business Services	$51,630	$25.0	10%
Chemicals	$51,630	$25.0	10%
Construction	$51,630	$25.0	10%

Inventory Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Inventory Assistant'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

$42,240

Average $46,936/year

$51,641

$3,520

Average $3,911/month

$4,303

$812

Average $903/week

$993

$20

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,641	$4,303	$993	$25
Average	$46,936	$3,911	$903	$23
25th Percentile	$42,240	$3,520	$812	$20

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