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

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Merchant roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Merchant's salary?

An Assistant Merchant's salary grows with experience: a Assistant Merchant (2-4 years)earns $79,753, a Merchandise Planner, Sr. (4-7 years)earns $93,468, a Merchandise Planning Manager (7+ years)earns $113,527,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Merchant?

Assistant Merchant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Merchant roles are District of Columbia $88,215, California $87,880, Massachusetts $86,709. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Merchant roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Merchant level roles vary by specialization: Merchant Manager: $120,849; Chief Merchant: $99,712; Assistant Category Merchant: $95,490; MERCHANT MARINER: $86,472; Assistant Vice President Merchant Solutions Specialist: $80,811.

Assistant Merchant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Merchant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Merchant in Delaware is $80,686 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,922
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,971 to $93,372
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,946

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Assistant Merchant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,372	$7,781	$1,796	$45
Average	$80,686	$6,724	$1,552	$39
25th Percentile	$72,971	$6,081	$1,403	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Merchant Salaries

An Assistant Merchant'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 Assistant Merchant 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 Assistant Merchants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,215.
California: $87,880.
Massachusetts: $86,709.

District of Columbia $88,215 California $87,880 Massachusetts $86,709 Washington $86,391 New Jersey $86,359 Alaska $86,247 Connecticut $85,148 New York $84,701

Hawaii $83,275 Rhode Island $82,606 Maryland $82,152 Minnesota $81,530 Colorado $81,291 Illinois $81,212 Oregon $80,909 Delaware $80,686

New Hampshire $80,546 Virginia $80,232 Pennsylvania $79,315 Nevada $78,853 North Dakota $78,702 Michigan $78,463 Wisconsin $78,375 Vermont $78,200

Texas $77,714 Maine $77,682 Arizona $77,634 Ohio $77,579 Georgia $76,846 Indiana $76,479 Wyoming $76,407 Utah $76,296

Iowa $76,248 Kansas $75,866 Louisiana $75,754 North Carolina $75,714 Missouri $75,698 Florida $75,388 Montana $75,220 Nebraska $75,061

Kentucky $74,973 South Carolina $74,655 Tennessee $74,455 Idaho $74,376 New Mexico $73,794 Oklahoma $73,667 Alabama $73,197 South Dakota $72,408

Arkansas $71,977 West Virginia $71,746 Mississippi $71,053

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Merchants

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: $80,323
Little Creek: $80,911
Magnolia: $80,794

Lincoln, DE $80,323 Little Creek, DE $80,911 Magnolia, DE $80,794 Milford, DE $80,527 Marydel, DE $80,659 Millsboro, DE $79,986 Millville, DE $80,109 Milton, DE $80,248

Nassau, DE $80,306 Ocean View, DE $80,095 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,249 Seaford, DE $80,295 Selbyville, DE $79,962 Smyrna, DE $80,966 Viola, DE $80,593 Woodside, DE $80,810

Bear, DE $80,624 Newark, DE $80,593 Claymont, DE $80,758 Delaware City, DE $80,674 Hockessin, DE $80,586 Kirkwood, DE $80,659 Middletown, DE $80,690 Montchanin, DE $80,605

New Castle, DE $80,617 Odessa, DE $80,730 Port Penn, DE $80,784 Rockland, DE $80,613 Saint Georges, DE $80,664 Townsend, DE $80,789 Winterthur, DE $80,622 Lewes, DE $80,279

Wilmington, DE $80,590 Dover, DE $80,911 Dover Afb, DE $80,484 Bethany Beach, DE $80,011 Bethel, DE $80,094 Bridgeville, DE $80,283 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,683 Cheswold, DE $80,884

Clayton, DE $80,887 Dagsboro, DE $79,955 Delmar, DE $79,827 Ellendale, DE $80,069 Felton, DE $80,520 Fenwick Island, DE $79,973 Frankford, DE $79,833 Frederica, DE $80,600

Georgetown, DE $79,925 Greenwood, DE $80,295 Harbeson, DE $80,010 Harrington, DE $80,418 Hartly, DE $80,668 Houston, DE $80,303 Kenton, DE $80,891 Laurel, DE $79,877

Yorklyn, DE $80,610

Assistant Merchant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Merchant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Durable and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Merchant positions in MFG Nondurable or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Merchant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Merchant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$112,960	$54.0	40%
Internet	$104,892	$50.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$100,857	$48.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$96,823	$47.0	20%
Hospitality & Leisure	$92,789	$45.0	15%

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

Understanding how an Assistant Merchant'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

$72,971

Average $80,686/year

$93,372

$6,081

Average $6,724/month

$7,781

$1,403

Average $1,552/week

$1,796

$35

Average $39/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,372	$7,781	$1,796	$45
Average	$80,686	$6,724	$1,552	$39
25th Percentile	$72,971	$6,081	$1,403	$35

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