What are the main factors that influence a Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization'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 Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization roles, with salaries approximately 5% above the market median.

How does experience change A Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization's salary?

A Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization's salary grows with experience: starting around $135,062 for beginners, reaching about $137,027 at mid-level, and approach $141,873 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization?

Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization roles are District of Columbia $151,800, California $151,300, Massachusetts $149,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization roles make?

Salaries for Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization level roles vary by specialization: Quality Engineering Manager - Sterilization: $137,100; Sterilization Engineering Manager: $137,095; Quality Assurance Supervisor - Sterilization: $121,900; Quality Engineering Supervisor - Sterilization: $121,820; Sterilization Engineering Supervisor: $121,812.

Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization Salary in Delaware

How much does a Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization in Delaware is $138,900 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

However, a Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $161,634
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,700 to $150,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,413

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Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,800	$12,567	$2,900	$73
Average	$138,900	$11,575	$2,671	$67
25th Percentile	$128,700	$10,725	$2,475	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization Salaries

A Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization'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 Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization'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): $135,062
Early Career (1-2 years): $135,516
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $137,027
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,841
Expert (over 8 years): $141,873

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization	$135,062
Intermediate Level Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization	$135,516
Senior Level Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization	$137,027
Specialist Level Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization	$138,841
Expert Level Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization	$141,873

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How Do Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization 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 Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilizations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $151,800.
California: $151,300.
Massachusetts: $149,300.

District of Columbia $151,800 California $151,300 Massachusetts $149,300 Washington $148,700 New Jersey $148,600 Alaska $148,500 Connecticut $146,600 New York $145,800

Hawaii $143,300 Rhode Island $142,200 Maryland $141,400 Minnesota $140,300 Colorado $139,900 Illinois $139,800 Oregon $139,300 Delaware $138,900

New Hampshire $138,600 Virginia $138,100 Pennsylvania $136,500 Nevada $135,700 North Dakota $135,500 Michigan $135,100 Wisconsin $134,900 Vermont $134,600

Texas $133,800 Maine $133,700 Arizona $133,600 Ohio $133,500 Georgia $132,300 Indiana $131,600 Wyoming $131,500 Utah $131,300

Iowa $131,200 Kansas $130,600 Louisiana $130,400 North Carolina $130,300 Missouri $130,300 Florida $129,800 Montana $129,500 Nebraska $129,200

Kentucky $129,100 South Carolina $128,500 Tennessee $128,200 Idaho $128,000 New Mexico $127,000 Oklahoma $126,800 Alabama $126,000 South Dakota $124,600

Arkansas $123,900 West Virginia $123,500 Mississippi $122,300

Top Paying Cities for Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilizations

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: $138,300
Little Creek: $139,300
Magnolia: $139,100

Lincoln, DE $138,300 Little Creek, DE $139,300 Magnolia, DE $139,100 Milford, DE $138,600 Marydel, DE $138,800 Millsboro, DE $137,700 Millville, DE $137,900 Milton, DE $138,100

Nassau, DE $138,200 Ocean View, DE $137,900 Rehoboth Beach, DE $138,100 Seaford, DE $138,200 Selbyville, DE $137,600 Smyrna, DE $139,400 Viola, DE $138,700 Woodside, DE $139,100

Bear, DE $138,800 Newark, DE $138,700 Claymont, DE $139,000 Delaware City, DE $138,900 Hockessin, DE $138,700 Kirkwood, DE $138,800 Middletown, DE $138,900 Montchanin, DE $138,700

New Castle, DE $138,800 Odessa, DE $139,000 Port Penn, DE $139,100 Rockland, DE $138,800 Saint Georges, DE $138,800 Townsend, DE $139,100 Winterthur, DE $138,800 Lewes, DE $138,200

Wilmington, DE $138,700 Dover, DE $139,300 Dover Afb, DE $138,500 Bethany Beach, DE $137,700 Bethel, DE $137,900 Bridgeville, DE $138,200 Camden Wyoming, DE $138,900 Cheswold, DE $139,200

Clayton, DE $139,200 Dagsboro, DE $137,600 Delmar, DE $137,400 Ellendale, DE $137,800 Felton, DE $138,600 Fenwick Island, DE $137,700 Frankford, DE $137,400 Frederica, DE $138,700

Georgetown, DE $137,600 Greenwood, DE $138,200 Harbeson, DE $137,700 Harrington, DE $138,400 Hartly, DE $138,900 Houston, DE $138,200 Kenton, DE $139,200 Laurel, DE $137,500

Yorklyn, DE $138,800

Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $155,491. While startup companies pay approximate $131,541.

Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$131,541
Growth Stage	51~500	$139,121
Established	501~5000	$150,154
Enterprise	5000+	$155,491

Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 10% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 5% above the average. In contrast, Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$145,845	$70.0	5%
Business Services	$145,845	$70.0	5%
Construction	$145,845	$70.0	5%
Energy & Utilities	$145,845	$70.0	5%
Healthcare	$145,845	$70.0	5%

Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quality Assurance Manager - Sterilization'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

$128,700

Average $138,900/year

$150,800

$10,725

Average $11,575/month

$12,567

$2,475

Average $2,671/week

$2,900

$62

Average $67/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,800	$12,567	$2,900	$73
Average	$138,900	$11,575	$2,671	$67
25th Percentile	$128,700	$10,725	$2,475	$62

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