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

A Data Governance Manager's salary grows with experience: a Data Steward IV (7+ years)earns $135,644, a Data Control Supervisor (7+ years)earns $88,389, a Data Governance Supervisor (7+ years)earns $115,692, a Data Governance Manager (7+ years)earns $120,818, a Data Governance Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $168,025,

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

Data Governance Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Governance Manager roles are District of Columbia $132,092, California $131,591, Massachusetts $129,837. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Governance Manager level roles vary by specialization: Data Governance Program Senior Manager: $166,000; Data Governance Senior Manager: $165,918; Data Governance Specialist IV: $134,000; Data Governance Program Manager: $119,400; Data Governance Program Supervisor: $114,300.

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Data Governance Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Governance Manager make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Governance Manager in Delaware is $120,818 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $155,051
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,864 to $138,737
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,248

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Data Governance Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$138,737	$11,561	$2,668	$67
Average	$120,818	$10,068	$2,323	$58
25th Percentile	$105,864	$8,822	$2,036	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Data Governance Manager Salaries

A Data Governance 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 Data Governance Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Governance 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:

Data Steward IV (7+ years): $135,644
Data Control Supervisor (7+ years): $88,389
Data Governance Supervisor (7+ years): $115,692
Data Governance Manager (7+ years): $120,818
Data Governance Senior Manager (7+ years): $168,025

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Steward IV	7+ years	$135,644
Data Control Supervisor	7+ years	$88,389
Data Governance Supervisor	7+ years	$115,692
Data Governance Manager	7+ years	$120,818
Data Governance Senior Manager	7+ years	$168,025

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

District of Columbia: $132,092.
California: $131,591.
Massachusetts: $129,837.

District of Columbia $132,092 California $131,591 Massachusetts $129,837 Washington $129,360 New Jersey $129,313 Alaska $129,145 Connecticut $127,499 New York $126,831

Hawaii $124,695 Rhode Island $123,693 Maryland $123,013 Minnesota $122,083 Colorado $121,725 Illinois $121,606 Oregon $121,152 Delaware $120,818

New Hampshire $120,608 Virginia $120,138 Pennsylvania $118,766 Nevada $118,074 North Dakota $117,848 Michigan $117,490 Wisconsin $117,358 Vermont $117,096

Texas $116,368 Maine $116,320 Arizona $116,249 Ohio $116,165 Georgia $115,068 Indiana $114,519 Wyoming $114,412 Utah $114,245

Iowa $114,173 Kansas $113,600 Louisiana $113,433 North Carolina $113,374 Missouri $113,350 Florida $112,884 Montana $112,634 Nebraska $112,395

Kentucky $112,264 South Carolina $111,787 Tennessee $111,489 Idaho $111,369 New Mexico $110,498 Oklahoma $110,308 Alabama $109,604 South Dakota $108,423

Arkansas $107,778 West Virginia $107,432 Mississippi $106,394

Top Paying Cities for Data Governance 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: $125,041
Little Creek: $123,884
Magnolia: $124,397

Lincoln, DE $125,041 Little Creek, DE $123,884 Magnolia, DE $124,397 Milford, DE $125,041 Marydel, DE $123,419 Millsboro, DE $125,041 Millville, DE $125,877 Milton, DE $125,041

Nassau, DE $125,041 Ocean View, DE $125,877 Rehoboth Beach, DE $125,877 Seaford, DE $123,729 Selbyville, DE $125,877 Smyrna, DE $123,276 Viola, DE $124,397 Woodside, DE $124,039

Bear, DE $122,369 Newark, DE $122,417 Claymont, DE $122,512 Delaware City, DE $122,417 Hockessin, DE $122,512 Kirkwood, DE $122,417 Middletown, DE $123,025 Montchanin, DE $122,512

New Castle, DE $122,512 Odessa, DE $123,192 Port Penn, DE $122,083 Rockland, DE $122,512 Saint Georges, DE $122,417 Townsend, DE $123,013 Winterthur, DE $122,512 Lewes, DE $125,041

Wilmington, DE $122,512 Dover, DE $123,825 Dover Afb, DE $124,111 Bethany Beach, DE $125,877 Bethel, DE $123,729 Bridgeville, DE $125,041 Camden Wyoming, DE $123,956 Cheswold, DE $123,538

Clayton, DE $123,228 Dagsboro, DE $125,877 Delmar, DE $123,729 Ellendale, DE $125,041 Felton, DE $125,041 Fenwick Island, DE $125,877 Frankford, DE $125,877 Frederica, DE $125,041

Georgetown, DE $125,041 Greenwood, DE $125,041 Harbeson, DE $125,041 Harrington, DE $125,041 Hartly, DE $123,168 Houston, DE $125,041 Kenton, DE $123,228 Laurel, DE $123,729

Yorklyn, DE $122,512

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

Understanding how a Data Governance 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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$105,864

Average $120,818/year

$138,737

$8,822

Average $10,068/month

$11,561

$2,036

Average $2,323/week

$2,668

$51

Average $58/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$138,737	$11,561	$2,668	$67
Average	$120,818	$10,068	$2,323	$58
25th Percentile	$105,864	$8,822	$2,036	$51

Data Governance Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Governance Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Governance Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $168,025 - a projected growth of 39% over your current level.

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