What are the main factors that influence a Meeting Planner'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 Meeting Planner?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Meeting Planner roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change A Meeting Planner's salary?

A Meeting Planner's salary grows with experience: a Meeting Planner (0-2 years)earns $58,767, a Meeting/Event Planner II (2-4 years)earns $66,277, a Meeting/Event Planner III (4-7 years)earns $91,072, a Meeting/Event Planner IV (7+ years)earns $111,506, a Meeting/Event Supervisor (7+ years)earns $94,054,

What are the highest paying states for a Meeting Planner?

Meeting Planner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Meeting Planner roles are District of Columbia $64,750, California $64,504, Massachusetts $63,645. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Meeting Planner roles make?

Salaries for Meeting Planner level roles vary by specialization: Meeting/Event Planner IV: $109,234; Meeting/Event Project Planner III: $89,220; Meeting/Event Planner III: $89,216; Senior Meeting Planner: $88,401; Meeting/Event Project Planner II: $64,990.

Meeting Planner Salary in Delaware

How much does a Meeting Planner make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Meeting Planner in Delaware is $59,224 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,097
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,079 to $65,439
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,484

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Meeting Planner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,439	$5,453	$1,258	$31
Average	$59,224	$4,935	$1,139	$28
25th Percentile	$53,079	$4,423	$1,021	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Meeting Planner Salaries

A Meeting Planner'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 Meeting Planner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Meeting Planner'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): $58,767
Early Career (1-2 years): $66,277
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,072
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,506
Expert (over 8 years): $94,054

Levels	Salary
Meeting P... Level Meeting Planner	$58,767
Meeting/E... Level Meeting Planner	$66,277
Meeting/E... Level Meeting Planner	$91,072
Meeting/E... Level Meeting Planner	$111,506
Meeting/E... Level Meeting Planner	$94,054

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

District of Columbia: $64,750.
California: $64,504.
Massachusetts: $63,645.

District of Columbia $64,750 California $64,504 Massachusetts $63,645 Washington $63,411 New Jersey $63,387 Alaska $63,305 Connecticut $62,498 New York $62,171

Hawaii $61,124 Rhode Island $60,633 Maryland $60,300 Minnesota $59,843 Colorado $59,668 Illinois $59,609 Oregon $59,387 Delaware $59,224

New Hampshire $59,121 Virginia $58,890 Pennsylvania $58,218 Nevada $57,878 North Dakota $57,767 Michigan $57,592 Wisconsin $57,528 Vermont $57,399

Texas $57,042 Maine $57,019 Arizona $56,984 Ohio $56,943 Georgia $56,405 Indiana $56,136 Wyoming $56,083 Utah $56,001

Iowa $55,966 Kansas $55,685 Louisiana $55,604 North Carolina $55,574 Missouri $55,563 Florida $55,335 Montana $55,212 Nebraska $55,095

Kentucky $55,030 South Carolina $54,797 Tennessee $54,650 Idaho $54,592 New Mexico $54,165 Oklahoma $54,071 Alabama $53,726 South Dakota $53,147

Arkansas $52,832 West Virginia $52,662 Mississippi $52,153

Top Paying Cities for Meeting Planners

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: $58,957
Little Creek: $59,388
Magnolia: $59,303

Lincoln, DE $58,957 Little Creek, DE $59,388 Magnolia, DE $59,303 Milford, DE $59,107 Marydel, DE $59,204 Millsboro, DE $58,709 Millville, DE $58,800 Milton, DE $58,902

Nassau, DE $58,945 Ocean View, DE $58,790 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,903 Seaford, DE $58,936 Selbyville, DE $58,693 Smyrna, DE $59,429 Viola, DE $59,156 Woodside, DE $59,315

Bear, DE $59,178 Newark, DE $59,156 Claymont, DE $59,277 Delaware City, DE $59,215 Hockessin, DE $59,150 Kirkwood, DE $59,204 Middletown, DE $59,226 Montchanin, DE $59,164

New Castle, DE $59,173 Odessa, DE $59,256 Port Penn, DE $59,295 Rockland, DE $59,170 Saint Georges, DE $59,208 Townsend, DE $59,299 Winterthur, DE $59,177 Lewes, DE $58,925

Wilmington, DE $59,153 Dover, DE $59,388 Dover Afb, DE $59,076 Bethany Beach, DE $58,728 Bethel, DE $58,789 Bridgeville, DE $58,928 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,221 Cheswold, DE $59,369

Clayton, DE $59,371 Dagsboro, DE $58,687 Delmar, DE $58,593 Ellendale, DE $58,771 Felton, DE $59,102 Fenwick Island, DE $58,700 Frankford, DE $58,598 Frederica, DE $59,160

Georgetown, DE $58,665 Greenwood, DE $58,937 Harbeson, DE $58,728 Harrington, DE $59,027 Hartly, DE $59,211 Houston, DE $58,943 Kenton, DE $59,374 Laurel, DE $58,630

Yorklyn, DE $59,168

Meeting Planner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Meeting Planner 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 Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Meeting Planner positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Meeting Planner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Meeting Planner

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$72,253	$35.0	22%
Internet	$69,884	$34.0	18%
Insurance	$66,330	$32.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$65,146	$31.0	10%
Healthcare	$63,961	$31.0	8%

Meeting Planner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Meeting Planner'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

$53,079

Average $59,224/year

$65,439

$4,423

Average $4,935/month

$5,453

$1,021

Average $1,139/week

$1,258

$26

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,439	$5,453	$1,258	$31
Average	$59,224	$4,935	$1,139	$28
25th Percentile	$53,079	$4,423	$1,021	$26

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