What are the main factors that influence a Production Maintenance Manager I'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 Production Maintenance Manager I?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Production Maintenance Manager I roles, with salaries approximately 18% above the market median.

How does experience change A Production Maintenance Manager 's salary?

A Production Maintenance Manager 's salary grows with experience: a Production Maintenance Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $92,535, a Production Maintenance Manager I (3-5 years)earns $109,247, a Production Maintenance Manager II (5+ years)earns $145,071,

What are the highest paying states for a Production Maintenance Manager I?

Production Maintenance Manager I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Production Maintenance Manager I roles are District of Columbia $119,441, California $118,988, Massachusetts $117,403. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Production Maintenance Manager roles make?

Salaries for Production Maintenance Manager level roles vary by specialization: Production Maintenance Manager II: $143,252; Production Scheduling Manager: $111,155; Production Maintenance Engineering Manager I: $107,900; Production Maintenance Services Manager I: $107,880; Production Maintenance Supervisor: $91,375.

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Production Maintenance Manager I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Production Maintenance Manager I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Production Maintenance Manager I in Delaware is $109,247 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,994
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,779 to $122,724
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,248

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Production Maintenance Manager I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,724	$10,227	$2,360	$59
Average	$109,247	$9,104	$2,101	$53
25th Percentile	$98,779	$8,232	$1,900	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Production Maintenance Manager I Salaries

A Production Maintenance Manager I'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 Production Maintenance Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Production Maintenance Manager I'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:

Production Maintenance Supervisor (0-3 years): $92,535
Production Maintenance Manager I (3-5 years): $109,247
Production Maintenance Manager II (5+ years): $145,071

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Production Maintenance Supervisor	0-3 years	$92,535
Production Maintenance Manager I	3-5 years	$109,247
Production Maintenance Manager II	5+ years	$145,071

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How Do Production Maintenance Manager I 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 Production Maintenance Manager Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $119,441.
California: $118,988.
Massachusetts: $117,403.

District of Columbia $119,441 California $118,988 Massachusetts $117,403 Washington $116,971 New Jersey $116,928 Alaska $116,777 Connecticut $115,288 New York $114,684

Hawaii $112,753 Rhode Island $111,847 Maryland $111,232 Minnesota $110,391 Colorado $110,067 Illinois $109,959 Oregon $109,549 Delaware $109,247

New Hampshire $109,057 Virginia $108,632 Pennsylvania $107,392 Nevada $106,766 North Dakota $106,561 Michigan $106,237 Wisconsin $106,119 Vermont $105,881

Texas $105,223 Maine $105,180 Arizona $105,115 Ohio $105,040 Georgia $104,047 Indiana $103,551 Wyoming $103,454 Utah $103,303

Iowa $103,238 Kansas $102,720 Louisiana $102,569 North Carolina $102,516 Missouri $102,494 Florida $102,073 Montana $101,847 Nebraska $101,631

Kentucky $101,512 South Carolina $101,081 Tennessee $100,811 Idaho $100,703 New Mexico $99,916 Oklahoma $99,743 Alabama $99,107 South Dakota $98,039

Arkansas $97,456 West Virginia $97,143 Mississippi $96,205

Top Paying Cities for Production Maintenance Manager Is

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: $108,755
Little Creek: $109,551
Magnolia: $109,394

Lincoln, DE $108,755 Little Creek, DE $109,551 Magnolia, DE $109,394 Milford, DE $109,031 Marydel, DE $109,210 Millsboro, DE $108,299 Millville, DE $108,466 Milton, DE $108,654

Nassau, DE $108,732 Ocean View, DE $108,448 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,656 Seaford, DE $108,717 Selbyville, DE $108,268 Smyrna, DE $109,627 Viola, DE $109,122 Woodside, DE $109,415

Bear, DE $109,163 Newark, DE $109,122 Claymont, DE $109,345 Delaware City, DE $109,231 Hockessin, DE $109,112 Kirkwood, DE $109,210 Middletown, DE $109,252 Montchanin, DE $109,137

New Castle, DE $109,153 Odessa, DE $109,306 Port Penn, DE $109,380 Rockland, DE $109,148 Saint Georges, DE $109,218 Townsend, DE $109,386 Winterthur, DE $109,161 Lewes, DE $108,696

Wilmington, DE $109,118 Dover, DE $109,551 Dover Afb, DE $108,974 Bethany Beach, DE $108,333 Bethel, DE $108,446 Bridgeville, DE $108,701 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,243 Cheswold, DE $109,516

Clayton, DE $109,519 Dagsboro, DE $108,258 Delmar, DE $108,084 Ellendale, DE $108,412 Felton, DE $109,023 Fenwick Island, DE $108,282 Frankford, DE $108,093 Frederica, DE $109,131

Georgetown, DE $108,217 Greenwood, DE $108,718 Harbeson, DE $108,332 Harrington, DE $108,885 Hartly, DE $109,223 Houston, DE $108,729 Kenton, DE $109,524 Laurel, DE $108,152

Yorklyn, DE $109,145

Production Maintenance Manager I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Production Maintenance Manager I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $122,192. While startup companies pay approximate $103,338.

Production Maintenance Manager I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$103,338
Growth Stage	51~500	$109,296
Established	501~5000	$118,000
Enterprise	5000+	$122,192

Production Maintenance Manager I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Production Maintenance Manager I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Production Maintenance Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Production Maintenance Manager I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Production Maintenance Manager I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$128,912	$62.0	18%
Biotechnology	$125,634	$60.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$125,634	$60.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$120,172	$58.0	10%
Financial Services	$120,172	$58.0	10%

Production Maintenance Manager I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Production Maintenance Manager I'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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$98,779

Average $109,247/year

$122,724

$8,232

Average $9,104/month

$10,227

$1,900

Average $2,101/week

$2,360

$47

Average $53/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,724	$10,227	$2,360	$59
Average	$109,247	$9,104	$2,101	$53
25th Percentile	$98,779	$8,232	$1,900	$47

Production Maintenance Manager I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Production Maintenance Manager I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Production Maintenance Manager II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $145,071 - a projected growth of 33% over your current level.

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