What are the main factors that influence a Bakery Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change A Bakery Manager's salary?

A Bakery Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $51,319 for beginners, reaching about $52,139 at mid-level, and approach $55,668 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Bakery Manager?

Bakery Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bakery Manager roles are District of Columbia $57,832, California $57,613, Massachusetts $56,845. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bakery Manager roles make?

Salaries for Bakery Manager level roles vary by specialization: Bakery Department Manager: $54,394; Bakery Manager - Grocery: $52,300; Retail Bakery Manager: $52,290; Bakery Manager - Supermarket: $52,240; Bakery Section Manager: $51,557.

Bakery Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Bakery Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bakery Manager in Delaware is $52,896 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,634
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,668 to $62,181
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,819

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Bakery Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,181	$5,182	$1,196	$30
Average	$52,896	$4,408	$1,017	$25
25th Percentile	$48,668	$4,056	$936	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Bakery Manager Salaries

A Bakery 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 Bakery Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Bakery 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): $51,319
Early Career (1-2 years): $51,508
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $52,139
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $53,589
Expert (over 8 years): $55,668

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Bakery Manager	$51,319
Intermediate Level Bakery Manager	$51,508
Senior Level Bakery Manager	$52,139
Specialist Level Bakery Manager	$53,589
Expert Level Bakery Manager	$55,668

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

District of Columbia: $57,832.
California: $57,613.
Massachusetts: $56,845.

District of Columbia $57,832 California $57,613 Massachusetts $56,845 Washington $56,636 New Jersey $56,615 Alaska $56,542 Connecticut $55,821 New York $55,529

Hawaii $54,594 Rhode Island $54,155 Maryland $53,857 Minnesota $53,450 Colorado $53,293 Illinois $53,241 Oregon $53,043 Delaware $52,896

New Hampshire $52,804 Virginia $52,599 Pennsylvania $51,998 Nevada $51,695 North Dakota $51,596 Michigan $51,439 Wisconsin $51,382 Vermont $51,267

Texas $50,948 Maine $50,927 Arizona $50,896 Ohio $50,859 Georgia $50,379 Indiana $50,138 Wyoming $50,091 Utah $50,018

Iowa $49,987 Kansas $49,736 Louisiana $49,663 North Carolina $49,637 Missouri $49,627 Florida $49,423 Montana $49,313 Nebraska $49,209

Kentucky $49,151 South Carolina $48,942 Tennessee $48,812 Idaho $48,760 New Mexico $48,378 Oklahoma $48,295 Alabama $47,986 South Dakota $47,469

Arkansas $47,187 West Virginia $47,036 Mississippi $46,581

Top Paying Cities for Bakery 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: $54,745
Little Creek: $54,239
Magnolia: $54,463

Lincoln, DE $54,745 Little Creek, DE $54,239 Magnolia, DE $54,463 Milford, DE $54,745 Marydel, DE $54,035 Millsboro, DE $54,745 Millville, DE $55,111 Milton, DE $54,745

Nassau, DE $54,745 Ocean View, DE $55,111 Rehoboth Beach, DE $55,111 Seaford, DE $54,171 Selbyville, DE $55,111 Smyrna, DE $53,972 Viola, DE $54,463 Woodside, DE $54,307

Bear, DE $53,575 Newark, DE $53,596 Claymont, DE $53,638 Delaware City, DE $53,596 Hockessin, DE $53,638 Kirkwood, DE $53,596 Middletown, DE $53,863 Montchanin, DE $53,638

New Castle, DE $53,638 Odessa, DE $53,936 Port Penn, DE $53,450 Rockland, DE $53,638 Saint Georges, DE $53,596 Townsend, DE $53,857 Winterthur, DE $53,638 Lewes, DE $54,745

Wilmington, DE $53,638 Dover, DE $54,213 Dover Afb, DE $54,338 Bethany Beach, DE $55,111 Bethel, DE $54,171 Bridgeville, DE $54,745 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,270 Cheswold, DE $54,087

Clayton, DE $53,951 Dagsboro, DE $55,111 Delmar, DE $54,171 Ellendale, DE $54,745 Felton, DE $54,745 Fenwick Island, DE $55,111 Frankford, DE $55,111 Frederica, DE $54,745

Georgetown, DE $54,745 Greenwood, DE $54,745 Harbeson, DE $54,745 Harrington, DE $54,745 Hartly, DE $53,925 Houston, DE $54,745 Kenton, DE $53,951 Laurel, DE $54,171

Yorklyn, DE $53,638

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

Understanding how a Bakery 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

$48,668

Average $52,896/year

$62,181

$4,056

Average $4,408/month

$5,182

$936

Average $1,017/week

$1,196

$23

Average $25/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,181	$5,182	$1,196	$30
Average	$52,896	$4,408	$1,017	$25
25th Percentile	$48,668	$4,056	$936	$23

Bakery Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Bakery Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Bakery Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Grocery Store Manager	$78,960	49%
Retail Store Manager	$78,960	49%
Commercial Tire Store Manager	$99,481	88%
Retail Tire Store Manager	$78,960	49%

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