What are the main factors that influence a Clinical Data 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 Clinical Data Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Clinical Data Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Clinical Data Manager's salary?

A Clinical Data Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $142,030 for beginners, reaching about $146,435 at mid-level, and approach $153,587 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Clinical Data Manager?

Clinical Data Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Clinical Data Manager roles are District of Columbia $160,100, California $159,493, Massachusetts $157,367. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Clinical Data Manager roles make?

Salaries for Clinical Data Manager level roles vary by specialization: Manager, Clinical Data Management: $148,026; Principal Clinical Data Manager: $147,437; Clinical Data Manager Associate: $146,771; Clinical Data Manager II: $145,267; Clinical Research Data Manager: $144,721.

Clinical Data Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Clinical Data Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Data Manager in Delaware is $146,435 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $183,050
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,628 to $165,601
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $123,879

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Clinical Data Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,601	$13,800	$3,185	$80
Average	$146,435	$12,203	$2,816	$70
25th Percentile	$134,628	$11,219	$2,589	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Clinical Data Manager Salaries

A Clinical Data 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 Clinical Data Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical Data 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): $142,030
Early Career (1-2 years): $142,558
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $146,435
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $152,729
Expert (over 8 years): $153,587

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Clinical Data Manager	$142,030
Intermediate Level Clinical Data Manager	$142,558
Senior Level Clinical Data Manager	$146,435
Specialist Level Clinical Data Manager	$152,729
Expert Level Clinical Data Manager	$153,587

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

District of Columbia: $160,100.
California: $159,493.
Massachusetts: $157,367.

District of Columbia $160,100 California $159,493 Massachusetts $157,367 Washington $156,789 New Jersey $156,731 Alaska $156,528 Connecticut $154,533 New York $153,723

Hawaii $151,135 Rhode Island $149,920 Maryland $149,096 Minnesota $147,968 Colorado $147,534 Illinois $147,390 Oregon $146,840 Delaware $146,435

New Hampshire $146,181 Virginia $145,611 Pennsylvania $143,948 Nevada $143,110 North Dakota $142,835 Michigan $142,401 Wisconsin $142,242 Vermont $141,924

Texas $141,042 Maine $140,984 Arizona $140,897 Ohio $140,796 Georgia $139,466 Indiana $138,801 Wyoming $138,670 Utah $138,468

Iowa $138,381 Kansas $137,687 Louisiana $137,485 North Carolina $137,412 Missouri $137,384 Florida $136,820 Montana $136,516 Nebraska $136,227

Kentucky $136,068 South Carolina $135,489 Tennessee $135,128 Idaho $134,983 New Mexico $133,928 Oklahoma $133,696 Alabama $132,843 South Dakota $131,412

Arkansas $130,631 West Virginia $130,211 Mississippi $128,953

Top Paying Cities for Clinical Data 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: $145,776
Little Creek: $146,843
Magnolia: $146,632

Lincoln, DE $145,776 Little Creek, DE $146,843 Magnolia, DE $146,632 Milford, DE $146,146 Marydel, DE $146,386 Millsboro, DE $145,164 Millville, DE $145,389 Milton, DE $145,640

Nassau, DE $145,746 Ocean View, DE $145,364 Rehoboth Beach, DE $145,643 Seaford, DE $145,725 Selbyville, DE $145,122 Smyrna, DE $146,944 Viola, DE $146,268 Woodside, DE $146,661

Bear, DE $146,323 Newark, DE $146,268 Claymont, DE $146,567 Delaware City, DE $146,414 Hockessin, DE $146,255 Kirkwood, DE $146,386 Middletown, DE $146,443 Montchanin, DE $146,288

New Castle, DE $146,310 Odessa, DE $146,515 Port Penn, DE $146,613 Rockland, DE $146,302 Saint Georges, DE $146,396 Townsend, DE $146,622 Winterthur, DE $146,320 Lewes, DE $145,697

Wilmington, DE $146,262 Dover, DE $146,843 Dover Afb, DE $146,070 Bethany Beach, DE $145,211 Bethel, DE $145,361 Bridgeville, DE $145,704 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,430 Cheswold, DE $146,795

Clayton, DE $146,800 Dagsboro, DE $145,109 Delmar, DE $144,877 Ellendale, DE $145,316 Felton, DE $146,135 Fenwick Island, DE $145,141 Frankford, DE $144,888 Frederica, DE $146,279

Georgetown, DE $145,054 Greenwood, DE $145,727 Harbeson, DE $145,209 Harrington, DE $145,950 Hartly, DE $146,404 Houston, DE $145,741 Kenton, DE $146,807 Laurel, DE $144,968

Yorklyn, DE $146,298

Clinical Data Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Clinical Data Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $163,369. While startup companies pay approximate $138,663.

Clinical Data Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$138,663
Growth Stage	51~500	$146,522
Established	501~5000	$157,895
Enterprise	5000+	$163,369

Clinical Data Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Clinical Data Manager 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 Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Clinical Data Manager positions in Business Services or Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Clinical Data Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Clinical Data Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$175,722	$84.0	20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$161,079	$77.0	10%

Clinical Data Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Clinical Data 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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$134,628

Average $146,435/year

$165,601

$11,219

Average $12,203/month

$13,800

$2,589

Average $2,816/week

$3,185

$65

Average $70/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,601	$13,800	$3,185	$80
Average	$146,435	$12,203	$2,816	$70
25th Percentile	$134,628	$11,219	$2,589	$65

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