What are the main factors that influence an Art Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Art Manager's salary?

An Art Manager's salary grows with experience: an Art Designer I (0-2 years)earns $57,153, an Art Designer II (2-4 years)earns $70,421, an Art Manager (4-5 years)earns $112,475, an Art Director (5+ years)earns $153,563,

What are the highest paying states for an Art Manager?

Art Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Art Manager roles are District of Columbia $122,970, California $122,504, Massachusetts $120,871. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Art Manager roles make?

Salaries for Art Manager level roles vary by specialization: Art Director/Manager: $154,658; Graphic Art Senior Manager: $148,850; Package Art Design Manager: $129,790; Graphic Art Manager: $120,300; Art Outsource Manager: $116,802.

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Art Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Art Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Art Manager in Delaware is $112,475 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $133,139
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,658 to $123,291
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,258

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Art Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,291	$10,274	$2,371	$59
Average	$112,475	$9,373	$2,163	$54
25th Percentile	$96,658	$8,055	$1,859	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Art Manager Salaries

An Art 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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Art Designer I	0-2 years	$57,153
Art Designer II	2-4 years	$70,421
Art Manager	4-5 years	$112,475
Art Director	5+ years	$153,563

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

District of Columbia: $122,970.
California: $122,504.
Massachusetts: $120,871.

District of Columbia $122,970 California $122,504 Massachusetts $120,871 Washington $120,427 New Jersey $120,382 Alaska $120,227 Connecticut $118,694 New York $118,072

Hawaii $116,084 Rhode Island $115,151 Maryland $114,518 Minnesota $113,652 Colorado $113,319 Illinois $113,208 Oregon $112,785 Delaware $112,475

New Hampshire $112,279 Virginia $111,841 Pennsylvania $110,564 Nevada $109,920 North Dakota $109,709 Michigan $109,376 Wisconsin $109,254 Vermont $109,009

Texas $108,332 Maine $108,287 Arizona $108,221 Ohio $108,143 Georgia $107,121 Indiana $106,610 Wyoming $106,510 Utah $106,355

Iowa $106,288 Kansas $105,755 Louisiana $105,600 North Carolina $105,544 Missouri $105,522 Florida $105,089 Montana $104,856 Nebraska $104,633

Kentucky $104,511 South Carolina $104,067 Tennessee $103,789 Idaho $103,678 New Mexico $102,867 Oklahoma $102,690 Alabama $102,034 South Dakota $100,935

Arkansas $100,335 West Virginia $100,013 Mississippi $99,047

Top Paying Cities for Art 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: $116,406
Little Creek: $115,329
Magnolia: $115,806

Lincoln, DE $116,406 Little Creek, DE $115,329 Magnolia, DE $115,806 Milford, DE $116,406 Marydel, DE $114,896 Millsboro, DE $116,406 Millville, DE $117,184 Milton, DE $116,406

Nassau, DE $116,406 Ocean View, DE $117,184 Rehoboth Beach, DE $117,184 Seaford, DE $115,184 Selbyville, DE $117,184 Smyrna, DE $114,762 Viola, DE $115,806 Woodside, DE $115,473

Bear, DE $113,918 Newark, DE $113,963 Claymont, DE $114,052 Delaware City, DE $113,963 Hockessin, DE $114,052 Kirkwood, DE $113,963 Middletown, DE $114,529 Montchanin, DE $114,052

New Castle, DE $114,052 Odessa, DE $114,685 Port Penn, DE $113,652 Rockland, DE $114,052 Saint Georges, DE $113,963 Townsend, DE $114,518 Winterthur, DE $114,052 Lewes, DE $116,406

Wilmington, DE $114,052 Dover, DE $115,273 Dover Afb, DE $115,540 Bethany Beach, DE $117,184 Bethel, DE $115,184 Bridgeville, DE $116,406 Camden Wyoming, DE $115,395 Cheswold, DE $115,007

Clayton, DE $114,718 Dagsboro, DE $117,184 Delmar, DE $115,184 Ellendale, DE $116,406 Felton, DE $116,406 Fenwick Island, DE $117,184 Frankford, DE $117,184 Frederica, DE $116,406

Georgetown, DE $116,406 Greenwood, DE $116,406 Harbeson, DE $116,406 Harrington, DE $116,406 Hartly, DE $114,662 Houston, DE $116,406 Kenton, DE $114,718 Laurel, DE $115,184

Yorklyn, DE $114,052

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

Understanding how an Art 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$96,658

Average $112,475/year

$123,291

$8,055

Average $9,373/month

$10,274

$1,859

Average $2,163/week

$2,371

$46

Average $54/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,291	$10,274	$2,371	$59
Average	$112,475	$9,373	$2,163	$54
25th Percentile	$96,658	$8,055	$1,859	$46

Art Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Art Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Art Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $153,563 - a projected growth of 37% over your current level.

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