What are the main factors that influence a Category Management Director'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 Category Management Director?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Category Management Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Category Management Director's salary?

A Category Management Director's salary grows with experience: a Category Management Manager (5+ years)earns $129,859, a Category Management Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $149,586, a Category Management Director (5+ years)earns $183,760, a VP of Category Management (5+ years)earns $220,758, an SVP of Category Management (5+ years)earns $284,445,

What are the highest paying states for a Category Management Director?

Category Management Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Category Management Director roles are District of Columbia $200,908, California $200,146, Massachusetts $197,479. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Category Management Director roles make?

Salaries for Category Management Director level roles vary by specialization: Head of Category Management: $280,900; SVP of Category Management: $280,878; VP of Category Management: $217,990; Category Research and Metrics Director: $181,490; Category Management and Insights Director: $181,460.

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Category Management Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Category Management Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Category Management Director in Delaware is $183,760 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

However, a Category Management Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $216,221
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,727 to $200,752
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $151,219

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Category Management Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$200,752	$16,729	$3,861	$97
Average	$183,760	$15,313	$3,534	$88
25th Percentile	$166,727	$13,894	$3,206	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Category Management Director Salaries

A Category Management Director'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 Category Management Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Category Management Director'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:

Category Management Manager (5+ years): $129,859
Category Management Senior Manager (5+ years): $149,586
Category Management Director (5+ years): $183,760
VP of Category Management (5+ years): $220,758
SVP of Category Management (5+ years): $284,445

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Category Management Manager	5+ years	$129,859
Category Management Senior Manager	5+ years	$149,586
Category Management Director	5+ years	$183,760
VP of Category Management	5+ years	$220,758
SVP of Category Management	5+ years	$284,445

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How Do Category Management Director 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 Category Management Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $200,908.
California: $200,146.
Massachusetts: $197,479.

District of Columbia $200,908 California $200,146 Massachusetts $197,479 Washington $196,753 New Jersey $196,680 Alaska $196,426 Connecticut $193,922 New York $192,906

Hawaii $189,658 Rhode Island $188,134 Maryland $187,099 Minnesota $185,684 Colorado $185,140 Illinois $184,958 Oregon $184,269 Delaware $183,760

New Hampshire $183,441 Virginia $182,726 Pennsylvania $180,639 Nevada $179,587 North Dakota $179,242 Michigan $178,698 Wisconsin $178,498 Vermont $178,099

Texas $176,992 Maine $176,920 Arizona $176,811 Ohio $176,684 Georgia $175,014 Indiana $174,180 Wyoming $174,016 Utah $173,762

Iowa $173,653 Kansas $172,782 Louisiana $172,528 North Carolina $172,438 Missouri $172,401 Florida $171,694 Montana $171,313 Nebraska $170,950

Kentucky $170,750 South Carolina $170,024 Tennessee $169,571 Idaho $169,389 New Mexico $168,065 Oklahoma $167,774 Alabama $166,704 South Dakota $164,907

Arkansas $163,927 West Virginia $163,401 Mississippi $161,822

Top Paying Cities for Category Management Directors

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: $182,933
Little Creek: $184,272
Magnolia: $184,007

Lincoln, DE $182,933 Little Creek, DE $184,272 Magnolia, DE $184,007 Milford, DE $183,398 Marydel, DE $183,699 Millsboro, DE $182,165 Millville, DE $182,447 Milton, DE $182,762

Nassau, DE $182,895 Ocean View, DE $182,416 Rehoboth Beach, DE $182,766 Seaford, DE $182,870 Selbyville, DE $182,113 Smyrna, DE $184,399 Viola, DE $183,550 Woodside, DE $184,044

Bear, DE $183,619 Newark, DE $183,550 Claymont, DE $183,926 Delaware City, DE $183,733 Hockessin, DE $183,534 Kirkwood, DE $183,699 Middletown, DE $183,770 Montchanin, DE $183,575

New Castle, DE $183,603 Odessa, DE $183,860 Port Penn, DE $183,984 Rockland, DE $183,594 Saint Georges, DE $183,711 Townsend, DE $183,995 Winterthur, DE $183,615 Lewes, DE $182,833

Wilmington, DE $183,543 Dover, DE $184,272 Dover Afb, DE $183,301 Bethany Beach, DE $182,224 Bethel, DE $182,412 Bridgeville, DE $182,842 Camden Wyoming, DE $183,753 Cheswold, DE $184,212

Clayton, DE $184,218 Dagsboro, DE $182,097 Delmar, DE $181,804 Ellendale, DE $182,356 Felton, DE $183,383 Fenwick Island, DE $182,136 Frankford, DE $181,819 Frederica, DE $183,565

Georgetown, DE $182,028 Greenwood, DE $182,871 Harbeson, DE $182,222 Harrington, DE $183,151 Hartly, DE $183,721 Houston, DE $182,890 Kenton, DE $184,227 Laurel, DE $181,919

Yorklyn, DE $183,588

Category Management Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Category Management Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $207,074. While startup companies pay approximate $175,062.

Category Management Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$175,062
Growth Stage	51~500	$185,170
Established	501~5000	$199,946
Enterprise	5000+	$207,074

Category Management Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Category Management Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Category Management Director positions in Business Services or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Category Management Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Category Management Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$220,513	$106.0	20%
Insurance	$211,325	$102.0	15%
Retail & Wholesale	$205,812	$99.0	12%
Chemicals	$202,137	$97.0	10%
MFG Durable	$192,949	$93.0	5%

Category Management Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Category Management Director'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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$166,727

Average $183,760/year

$200,752

$13,894

Average $15,313/month

$16,729

$3,206

Average $3,534/week

$3,861

$80

Average $88/hour

$97

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$200,752	$16,729	$3,861	$97
Average	$183,760	$15,313	$3,534	$88
25th Percentile	$166,727	$13,894	$3,206	$80

Category Management Director Salary Growth & Career Path

Category Management Director

VP of Category Management

VP of Product/Brand Marketing

SVP of Category Management

SVP of Product/Brand Marketing

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Category Management Director, 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.

Category Management Director Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
VP of Category Management	$220,758	20%
VP of Product/Brand Marketing	$253,894	38%

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