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The 10 Lowest Paying Jobs in Delaware for 2026
Reflecting on my high school days, I fondly remember my first job at the local movie theater, where I earned minimum wage and enjoyed free popcorn and movie screenings. Back then, my $5.86 per hour seemed sufficient, but today, it’s hard to imagine sustaining a living on that income.
This nostalgia led me to ponder: who are the individuals earning the least in Delaware?
To explore this, we analyzed recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to identify the state’s lowest paying jobs as of 2026, providing insights into the current labor market landscape.
Our findings reveal that Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers rank as the lowest compensated workers in Delaware.
Here’s a summary of the 10 lowest paying jobs in Delaware:
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers
- Shampooers
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop
- Combined Food Preparation and Serving Workers, Including Fast Food
- Amusement and Recreation Attendants
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers
- Dishwashers
- Cooks, Fast Food
- Counter Attendants, Cafeteria, Food Concession, and Coffee Shop
- Cashiers
For a deeper dive into the compensation for these roles, continue reading or explore other related content about Delaware’s job market:
- Discover the 10 Best Jobs in Delaware for Recent College Graduates
- Explore the Fastest Growing Jobs in Delaware
- Check out the 100 Highest Paying Jobs in Delaware
How We Determined the Lowest Paid Jobs in Delaware
We analyzed the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ dataset for all job classifications in Delaware to identify those with the lowest pay as of 2026. This data will be updated annually as new information becomes available.
For additional insights, see:
Detailed List of the Lowest Paying Jobs in Delaware
| Rank | Job Title | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dining Room And Cafeteria Attendants And Bartender Helpers | $19,390 |
| 2 | Shampooers | $19,560 |
| 3 | Hosts And Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, And Coffee Shop | $19,850 |
| 4 | Combined Food Preparation And Serving Workers, Including Fast Food | $20,830 |
| 5 | Amusement And Recreation Attendants | $21,140 |
| 6 | Ushers, Lobby Attendants, And Ticket Takers | $21,150 |
| 7 | Dishwashers | $21,350 |
| 8 | Cooks, Fast Food | $21,450 |
| 9 | Counter Attendants, Cafeteria, Food Concession, And Coffee Shop | $21,690 |
| 10 | Cashiers | $22,220 |
Author
Chris Kolmar is a co-founder of Zippia and the editor-in-chief of the Zippia career advice blog. He has hired over 50 people in his career, been hired five times, and wants to help you land your next job. His research has been featured on the New York Times, Thrillist, VOX, The Atlantic, and a host of local news. More recently, he's been quoted on USA Today, BusinessInsider, and CNBC.
