What are the main factors that influence an Administrative Manager'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 Administrative Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Administrative Manager roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change An Administrative Manager's salary?

An Administrative Manager's salary grows with experience: an Office Manager (3-5 years)earns $85,582, an Office Manager, Senior (5+ years)earns $98,480, an Administrative Manager (5+ years)earns $133,872, an Administrative Director (5+ years)earns $164,860, a Chief Administrative Officer (5+ years)earns $314,855,

What are the highest paying states for an Administrative Manager?

Administrative Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Administrative Manager roles are District of Columbia $146,364, California $145,809, Massachusetts $143,866. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Administrative Manager roles make?

Salaries for Administrative Manager level roles vary by specialization: Program Administrative Manager: $144,000; Administrative Operations Manager: $132,634; Manager Administrative Resources: $132,213; Administrative Services Manager: $132,190; Branch Administrative Manager: $130,506.

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Administrative Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Administrative Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Manager in Delaware is $133,872 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,422
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $122,209 to $153,004
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,590

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Administrative Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,004	$12,750	$2,942	$74
Average	$133,872	$11,156	$2,574	$64
25th Percentile	$122,209	$10,184	$2,350	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Manager Salaries

An Administrative 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 Administrative Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative 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:

Office Manager (3-5 years): $85,582
Office Manager, Senior (5+ years): $98,480
Administrative Manager (5+ years): $133,872
Administrative Director (5+ years): $164,860
Chief Administrative Officer (5+ years): $314,855

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Office Manager	3-5 years	$85,582
Office Manager, Senior	5+ years	$98,480
Administrative Manager	5+ years	$133,872
Administrative Director	5+ years	$164,860
Chief Administrative Officer	5+ years	$314,855

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How Do Administrative Manager 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 Administrative Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $146,364.
California: $145,809.
Massachusetts: $143,866.

District of Columbia $146,364 California $145,809 Massachusetts $143,866 Washington $143,337 New Jersey $143,284 Alaska $143,099 Connecticut $141,275 New York $140,534

Hawaii $138,168 Rhode Island $137,058 Maryland $136,304 Minnesota $135,273 Colorado $134,877 Illinois $134,744 Oregon $134,242 Delaware $133,872

New Hampshire $133,639 Virginia $133,118 Pennsylvania $131,598 Nevada $130,831 North Dakota $130,580 Michigan $130,184 Wisconsin $130,038 Vermont $129,747

Texas $128,941 Maine $128,888 Arizona $128,809 Ohio $128,716 Georgia $127,500 Indiana $126,892 Wyoming $126,773 Utah $126,588

Iowa $126,509 Kansas $125,874 Louisiana $125,689 North Carolina $125,623 Missouri $125,597 Florida $125,081 Montana $124,803 Nebraska $124,539

Kentucky $124,394 South Carolina $123,865 Tennessee $123,534 Idaho $123,402 New Mexico $122,437 Oklahoma $122,226 Alabama $121,446 South Dakota $120,137

Arkansas $119,423 West Virginia $119,040 Mississippi $117,890

Top Paying Cities for Administrative 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:

Lincoln: $133,269
Little Creek: $134,245
Magnolia: $134,052

Lincoln, DE $133,269 Little Creek, DE $134,245 Magnolia, DE $134,052 Milford, DE $133,607 Marydel, DE $133,827 Millsboro, DE $132,710 Millville, DE $132,915 Milton, DE $133,145

Nassau, DE $133,241 Ocean View, DE $132,892 Rehoboth Beach, DE $133,147 Seaford, DE $133,223 Selbyville, DE $132,672 Smyrna, DE $134,337 Viola, DE $133,719 Woodside, DE $134,078

Bear, DE $133,769 Newark, DE $133,719 Claymont, DE $133,992 Delaware City, DE $133,852 Hockessin, DE $133,707 Kirkwood, DE $133,827 Middletown, DE $133,878 Montchanin, DE $133,737

New Castle, DE $133,757 Odessa, DE $133,945 Port Penn, DE $134,034 Rockland, DE $133,750 Saint Georges, DE $133,836 Townsend, DE $134,042 Winterthur, DE $133,766 Lewes, DE $133,196

Wilmington, DE $133,713 Dover, DE $134,245 Dover Afb, DE $133,537 Bethany Beach, DE $132,752 Bethel, DE $132,890 Bridgeville, DE $133,203 Camden Wyoming, DE $133,867 Cheswold, DE $134,201

Clayton, DE $134,205 Dagsboro, DE $132,660 Delmar, DE $132,447 Ellendale, DE $132,849 Felton, DE $133,597 Fenwick Island, DE $132,689 Frankford, DE $132,457 Frederica, DE $133,729

Georgetown, DE $132,609 Greenwood, DE $133,224 Harbeson, DE $132,751 Harrington, DE $133,428 Hartly, DE $133,843 Houston, DE $133,237 Kenton, DE $134,212 Laurel, DE $132,530

Yorklyn, DE $133,746

Administrative Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Administrative Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $149,735. While startup companies pay approximate $126,631.

Administrative Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$126,631
Growth Stage	51~500	$133,932
Established	501~5000	$144,597
Enterprise	5000+	$149,735

Administrative Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Manager positions in Telecom or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$180,727	$87.0	35%
Financial Services	$174,033	$84.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$171,356	$82.0	28%
Biotechnology	$167,340	$80.0	25%
Internet	$160,646	$77.0	20%

Administrative Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative 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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$122,209

Average $133,872/year

$153,004

$10,184

Average $11,156/month

$12,750

$2,350

Average $2,574/week

$2,942

$59

Average $64/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,004	$12,750	$2,942	$74
Average	$133,872	$11,156	$2,574	$64
25th Percentile	$122,209	$10,184	$2,350	$59

Administrative Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Administrative Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Administrative Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $164,860 - a projected growth of 23% over your current level.

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