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Packaging Development Engineering Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Packaging Development Engineering Manager make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Packaging Development Engineering Manager in the United States is $138,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

However, a Packaging Development Engineering Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,645
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,360 to $153,280
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $122,858
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Packaging Development Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $153,280 $12,773 $2,948 $74
Average $138,600 $11,550 $2,665 $67
25th Percentile $130,360 $10,863 $2,507 $63
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Key Factors That Influence Packaging Development Engineering Manager Salaries

A Packaging Development Engineering Manager'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 Packaging Development Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Packaging Development Engineering Manager'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): $135,525
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $135,894
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $137,124
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,600
  • Expert (over 8 years): $142,325
Levels Salary
Entry Level Packaging Development Engineering Manager$135,525
Intermediate Level Packaging Development Engineering Manager$135,894
Senior Level Packaging Development Engineering Manager$137,124
Specialist Level Packaging Development Engineering Manager$138,600
Expert Level Packaging Development Engineering Manager$142,325
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$135,894 < 2 yrs
$137,124 2-4 yrs
$138,600 5-8 yrs
$142,325 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Packaging Development Engineering Managers

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:

  • San Jose: $174,820
  • San Francisco: $173,100
  • Oakland: $169,260

Packaging Development Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Packaging Development Engineering Manager'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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$130,360
Average $138,600/year
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Average $11,550/month
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Average $67/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $153,280 $12,773 $2,948 $74
Average $138,600 $11,550 $2,665 $67
25th Percentile $130,360 $10,863 $2,507 $63

Packaging Development Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Packaging Development Engineering Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Packaging Development Engineering Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $176,600 - a projected growth of 27% over your current level.

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Salary Trends for Packaging Development Engineering Manager

Salaries for a Packaging Development Engineering Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $142,959 in 2023 to around $142,667 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Packaging Development Engineering Manager salary trends, .

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