What are the main factors that influence a Production Buyer'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 Production Buyer?

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

How does experience change A Production Buyer's salary?

A Production Buyer's salary grows with experience: a Buyer I (0-2 years)earns $62,908, a Buyer II (2-4 years)earns $76,433, a Production Buyer (4-7 years)earns $93,957, a Buyer IV (7+ years)earns $117,861,

What are the highest paying states for a Production Buyer?

Production Buyer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Production Buyer roles are District of Columbia $102,070, California $101,683, Massachusetts $100,328. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Production Buyer roles make?

Salaries for Production Buyer level roles vary by specialization: Buyer IV: $114,505; Buyer III: $91,282; Intermediate Buyer: $74,300; Buyer II: $74,257; Buyer: $61,448.

Production Buyer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Production Buyer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Production Buyer in Delaware is $93,358 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,247
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,732 to $101,675
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,877

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Production Buyer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,675	$8,473	$1,955	$49
Average	$93,358	$7,780	$1,795	$45
25th Percentile	$84,732	$7,061	$1,629	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Production Buyer Salaries

A Production Buyer'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 Production Buyer 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 Production Buyers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $102,070.
California: $101,683.
Massachusetts: $100,328.

District of Columbia $102,070 California $101,683 Massachusetts $100,328 Washington $99,959 New Jersey $99,922 Alaska $99,793 Connecticut $98,521 New York $98,005

Hawaii $96,354 Rhode Island $95,580 Maryland $95,055 Minnesota $94,335 Colorado $94,059 Illinois $93,967 Oregon $93,616 Delaware $93,358

New Hampshire $93,196 Virginia $92,833 Pennsylvania $91,773 Nevada $91,238 North Dakota $91,063 Michigan $90,786 Wisconsin $90,685 Vermont $90,482

Texas $89,920 Maine $89,883 Arizona $89,828 Ohio $89,763 Georgia $88,915 Indiana $88,491 Wyoming $88,408 Utah $88,279

Iowa $88,223 Kansas $87,781 Louisiana $87,652 North Carolina $87,606 Missouri $87,587 Florida $87,228 Montana $87,034 Nebraska $86,850

Kentucky $86,748 South Carolina $86,380 Tennessee $86,149 Idaho $86,057 New Mexico $85,384 Oklahoma $85,237 Alabama $84,693 South Dakota $83,780

Arkansas $83,282 West Virginia $83,015 Mississippi $82,213

Top Paying Cities for Production Buyers

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: $92,938
Little Creek: $93,618
Magnolia: $93,484

Lincoln, DE $92,938 Little Creek, DE $93,618 Magnolia, DE $93,484 Milford, DE $93,174 Marydel, DE $93,327 Millsboro, DE $92,548 Millville, DE $92,691 Milton, DE $92,851

Nassau, DE $92,919 Ocean View, DE $92,675 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,853 Seaford, DE $92,906 Selbyville, DE $92,521 Smyrna, DE $93,683 Viola, DE $93,251 Woodside, DE $93,502

Bear, DE $93,286 Newark, DE $93,251 Claymont, DE $93,442 Delaware City, DE $93,344 Hockessin, DE $93,243 Kirkwood, DE $93,327 Middletown, DE $93,363 Montchanin, DE $93,264

New Castle, DE $93,278 Odessa, DE $93,409 Port Penn, DE $93,472 Rockland, DE $93,273 Saint Georges, DE $93,333 Townsend, DE $93,477 Winterthur, DE $93,285 Lewes, DE $92,887

Wilmington, DE $93,248 Dover, DE $93,618 Dover Afb, DE $93,125 Bethany Beach, DE $92,577 Bethel, DE $92,673 Bridgeville, DE $92,892 Camden Wyoming, DE $93,355 Cheswold, DE $93,588

Clayton, DE $93,591 Dagsboro, DE $92,513 Delmar, DE $92,365 Ellendale, DE $92,645 Felton, DE $93,167 Fenwick Island, DE $92,533 Frankford, DE $92,372 Frederica, DE $93,259

Georgetown, DE $92,478 Greenwood, DE $92,907 Harbeson, DE $92,577 Harrington, DE $93,049 Hartly, DE $93,338 Houston, DE $92,916 Kenton, DE $93,595 Laurel, DE $92,423

Yorklyn, DE $93,271

Production Buyer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Production Buyer 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 Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Production Buyer positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Production Buyer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Production Buyer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$112,030	$54.0	20%

Production Buyer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Production Buyer'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

$84,732

Average $93,358/year

$101,675

$7,061

Average $7,780/month

$8,473

$1,629

Average $1,795/week

$1,955

$41

Average $45/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,675	$8,473	$1,955	$49
Average	$93,358	$7,780	$1,795	$45
25th Percentile	$84,732	$7,061	$1,629	$41

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