What are the main factors that influence a Sommelier's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Sommelier's salary?

A Sommelier's salary grows with experience: a Back Bartender (0-1 years)earns $26,054, a Bartender (1-3 years)earns $28,846, a Sommelier (3-5 years)earns $59,193,

What are the highest paying states for a Sommelier?

Sommelier salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sommelier roles are District of Columbia $64,570, California $64,325, Massachusetts $63,467. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sommelier roles make?

Salaries for Sommelier level roles vary by specialization: Head Sommelier: $58,400; Assistant Sommelier: $58,366; Assistant Restaurant Manager/Sommelier: $44,018; Tea Sommelier: $30,061.

Sommelier Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sommelier make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Sommelier in Delaware is $59,193 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,779
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,754 to $66,828
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,891

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Sommelier Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,828	$5,569	$1,285	$32
Average	$59,193	$4,933	$1,138	$28
25th Percentile	$52,754	$4,396	$1,014	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Sommelier Salaries

A Sommelier'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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Back Bartender	0-1 years	$26,054
Bartender	1-3 years	$28,846
Sommelier	3-5 years	$59,193

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

District of Columbia: $64,570.
California: $64,325.
Massachusetts: $63,467.

District of Columbia $64,570 California $64,325 Massachusetts $63,467 Washington $63,234 New Jersey $63,211 Alaska $63,129 Connecticut $62,324 New York $61,998

Hawaii $60,954 Rhode Island $60,464 Maryland $60,132 Minnesota $59,677 Colorado $59,502 Illinois $59,444 Oregon $59,222 Delaware $59,059

New Hampshire $58,956 Virginia $58,726 Pennsylvania $58,056 Nevada $57,717 North Dakota $57,607 Michigan $57,432 Wisconsin $57,367 Vermont $57,239

Texas $56,883 Maine $56,860 Arizona $56,825 Ohio $56,784 Georgia $56,248 Indiana $55,979 Wyoming $55,927 Utah $55,845

Iowa $55,810 Kansas $55,530 Louisiana $55,449 North Carolina $55,420 Missouri $55,408 Florida $55,180 Montana $55,058 Nebraska $54,941

Kentucky $54,877 South Carolina $54,644 Tennessee $54,498 Idaho $54,440 New Mexico $54,014 Oklahoma $53,921 Alabama $53,577 South Dakota $52,999

Arkansas $52,684 West Virginia $52,515 Mississippi $52,008

Top Paying Cities for Sommeliers

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: $61,123
Little Creek: $60,557
Magnolia: $60,808

Lincoln, DE $61,123 Little Creek, DE $60,557 Magnolia, DE $60,808 Milford, DE $61,123 Marydel, DE $60,330 Millsboro, DE $61,123 Millville, DE $61,531 Milton, DE $61,123

Nassau, DE $61,123 Ocean View, DE $61,531 Rehoboth Beach, DE $61,531 Seaford, DE $60,482 Selbyville, DE $61,531 Smyrna, DE $60,260 Viola, DE $60,808 Woodside, DE $60,633

Bear, DE $59,817 Newark, DE $59,840 Claymont, DE $59,887 Delaware City, DE $59,840 Hockessin, DE $59,887 Kirkwood, DE $59,840 Middletown, DE $60,138 Montchanin, DE $59,887

New Castle, DE $59,887 Odessa, DE $60,219 Port Penn, DE $59,677 Rockland, DE $59,887 Saint Georges, DE $59,840 Townsend, DE $60,132 Winterthur, DE $59,887 Lewes, DE $61,123

Wilmington, DE $59,887 Dover, DE $60,528 Dover Afb, DE $60,668 Bethany Beach, DE $61,531 Bethel, DE $60,482 Bridgeville, DE $61,123 Camden Wyoming, DE $60,592 Cheswold, DE $60,388

Clayton, DE $60,237 Dagsboro, DE $61,531 Delmar, DE $60,482 Ellendale, DE $61,123 Felton, DE $61,123 Fenwick Island, DE $61,531 Frankford, DE $61,531 Frederica, DE $61,123

Georgetown, DE $61,123 Greenwood, DE $61,123 Harbeson, DE $61,123 Harrington, DE $61,123 Hartly, DE $60,208 Houston, DE $61,123 Kenton, DE $60,237 Laurel, DE $60,482

Yorklyn, DE $59,887

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

Understanding how a Sommelier'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 May 18, 2021

$52,754

Average $59,193/year

$66,828

$4,396

Average $4,933/month

$5,569

$1,014

Average $1,138/week

$1,285

$25

Average $28/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,828	$5,569	$1,285	$32
Average	$59,193	$4,933	$1,138	$28
25th Percentile	$52,754	$4,396	$1,014	$25

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