What are the main factors that influence a Managing Partner'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 Managing Partner?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Managing Partner roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Managing Partner's salary?

A Managing Partner's salary grows with experience: a Lawyer V (7-10 years)earns $256,761, a Lawyer VI (10-12 years)earns $297,082, a Managing Partner (12+ years)earns $196,974, a Senior Managing Counsel (12+ years)earns $220,609, an Assistant Legal Counsel (12+ years)earns $254,489,

What are the highest paying states for a Managing Partner?

Managing Partner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Managing Partner roles are District of Columbia $215,360, California $214,540, Massachusetts $211,680. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Managing Partner roles make?

Salaries for Managing Partner level roles vary by specialization: Senior Managing Partner: $217,850; Senior Managing Attorney: $217,842; Senior Managing Partner - Litigation: $214,090; Senior Managing Attorney - Litigation: $214,083; Managing Attorney: $194,504.

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Managing Partner Salary in Delaware

How much does a Managing Partner make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Managing Partner in Delaware is $196,980 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $95.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $238,379
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $177,200 to $218,650
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $159,191

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Managing Partner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$218,650	$18,221	$4,205	$105
Average	$196,980	$16,415	$3,788	$95
25th Percentile	$177,200	$14,767	$3,408	$85

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Key Factors That Influence Managing Partner Salaries

A Managing Partner'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 Managing Partner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Managing Partner'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:

Lawyer V (7-10 years): $256,761
Lawyer VI (10-12 years): $297,082
Managing Partner (12+ years): $196,974
Senior Managing Counsel (12+ years): $220,609
Assistant Legal Counsel (12+ years): $254,489

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Lawyer V	7-10 years	$256,761
Lawyer VI	10-12 years	$297,082
Managing Partner	12+ years	$196,974
Senior Managing Counsel	12+ years	$220,609
Assistant Legal Counsel	12+ years	$254,489

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How Do Managing Partner 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 Managing Partners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $215,360.
California: $214,540.
Massachusetts: $211,680.

District of Columbia $215,360 California $214,540 Massachusetts $211,680 Washington $210,910 New Jersey $210,830 Alaska $210,560 Connecticut $207,870 New York $206,780

Hawaii $203,300 Rhode Island $201,670 Maryland $200,560 Minnesota $199,040 Colorado $198,460 Illinois $198,260 Oregon $197,520 Delaware $196,980

New Hampshire $196,640 Virginia $195,870 Pennsylvania $193,630 Nevada $192,510 North Dakota $192,140 Michigan $191,550 Wisconsin $191,340 Vermont $190,910

Texas $189,720 Maine $189,650 Arizona $189,530 Ohio $189,390 Georgia $187,600 Indiana $186,710 Wyoming $186,530 Utah $186,260

Iowa $186,150 Kansas $185,210 Louisiana $184,940 North Carolina $184,840 Missouri $184,800 Florida $184,040 Montana $183,640 Nebraska $183,250

Kentucky $183,030 South Carolina $182,260 Tennessee $181,770 Idaho $181,570 New Mexico $180,150 Oklahoma $179,840 Alabama $178,700 South Dakota $176,770

Arkansas $175,720 West Virginia $175,160 Mississippi $173,460

Top Paying Cities for Managing Partners

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: $196,090
Little Creek: $197,530
Magnolia: $197,240

Lincoln, DE $196,090 Little Creek, DE $197,530 Magnolia, DE $197,240 Milford, DE $196,590 Marydel, DE $196,910 Millsboro, DE $195,270 Millville, DE $195,570 Milton, DE $195,910

Nassau, DE $196,050 Ocean View, DE $195,540 Rehoboth Beach, DE $195,910 Seaford, DE $196,020 Selbyville, DE $195,210 Smyrna, DE $197,660 Viola, DE $196,750 Woodside, DE $197,280

Bear, DE $196,830 Newark, DE $196,750 Claymont, DE $197,160 Delaware City, DE $196,950 Hockessin, DE $196,740 Kirkwood, DE $196,910 Middletown, DE $196,990 Montchanin, DE $196,780

New Castle, DE $196,810 Odessa, DE $197,090 Port Penn, DE $197,220 Rockland, DE $196,800 Saint Georges, DE $196,930 Townsend, DE $197,230 Winterthur, DE $196,820 Lewes, DE $195,990

Wilmington, DE $196,750 Dover, DE $197,530 Dover Afb, DE $196,490 Bethany Beach, DE $195,330 Bethel, DE $195,530 Bridgeville, DE $196,000 Camden Wyoming, DE $196,970 Cheswold, DE $197,460

Clayton, DE $197,470 Dagsboro, DE $195,200 Delmar, DE $194,880 Ellendale, DE $195,470 Felton, DE $196,570 Fenwick Island, DE $195,240 Frankford, DE $194,900 Frederica, DE $196,770

Georgetown, DE $195,120 Greenwood, DE $196,030 Harbeson, DE $195,330 Harrington, DE $196,330 Hartly, DE $196,940 Houston, DE $196,050 Kenton, DE $197,480 Laurel, DE $195,000

Yorklyn, DE $196,790

Managing Partner Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Managing Partner salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $220,320. While startup companies pay approximate $186,325.

Managing Partner Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$186,325
Growth Stage	51~500	$197,068
Established	501~5000	$212,762
Enterprise	5000+	$220,320

Managing Partner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Managing Partner roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Managing Partner positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Managing Partner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Managing Partner

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$216,678	$104.0	10%
Biotechnology	$216,678	$104.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$216,678	$104.0	10%
Financial Services	$216,678	$104.0	10%
Healthcare	$216,678	$104.0	10%

Managing Partner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Managing Partner'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.

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$177,200

Average $196,980/year

$218,650

$14,767

Average $16,415/month

$18,221

$3,408

Average $3,788/week

$4,205

$85

Average $95/hour

$105

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$218,650	$18,221	$4,205	$105
Average	$196,980	$16,415	$3,788	$95
25th Percentile	$177,200	$14,767	$3,408	$85

Managing Partner Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Managing Partner, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior Managing Counsel role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $220,700 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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