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

A Labor Relations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Labor Relations Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $99,162, a Labor Relations Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $121,786, a Labor Relations Manager (7+ years)earns $137,011, a Labor Relations Director (7+ years)earns $155,375, a VP of Labor Relations (7+ years)earns $208,245,

What are the highest paying states for a Labor Relations Manager?

Labor Relations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Labor Relations Manager roles are District of Columbia $149,796, California $149,228, Massachusetts $147,239. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Labor Relations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Labor Relations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Employee/Labor Relations Manager: $169,490; Human Resources and Labor Relations Manager: $135,309; Labor/Union Relations Manager: $135,300; Manager of Labor Relations: $135,290; Team Lead Labor Relations Specialist: $120,260.

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Labor Relations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Labor Relations Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Labor Relations Manager in Delaware is $137,011 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $146,934
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $122,340 to $142,205
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,983

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Labor Relations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,205	$11,850	$2,735	$68
Average	$137,011	$11,418	$2,635	$66
25th Percentile	$122,340	$10,195	$2,353	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Labor Relations Manager Salaries

A Labor Relations 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 Labor Relations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Labor Relations 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:

Labor Relations Specialist III (4-7 years): $99,162
Labor Relations Specialist IV (7+ years): $121,786
Labor Relations Manager (7+ years): $137,011
Labor Relations Director (7+ years): $155,375
VP of Labor Relations (7+ years): $208,245

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Labor Relations Specialist III	4-7 years	$99,162
Labor Relations Specialist IV	7+ years	$121,786
Labor Relations Manager	7+ years	$137,011
Labor Relations Director	7+ years	$155,375
VP of Labor Relations	7+ years	$208,245

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

District of Columbia: $149,796.
California: $149,228.
Massachusetts: $147,239.

District of Columbia $149,796 California $149,228 Massachusetts $147,239 Washington $146,698 New Jersey $146,644 Alaska $146,455 Connecticut $144,588 New York $143,830

Hawaii $141,408 Rhode Island $140,272 Maryland $139,501 Minnesota $138,445 Colorado $138,039 Illinois $137,904 Oregon $137,390 Delaware $137,011

New Hampshire $136,773 Virginia $136,240 Pennsylvania $134,684 Nevada $133,899 North Dakota $133,642 Michigan $133,237 Wisconsin $133,088 Vermont $132,790

Texas $131,965 Maine $131,911 Arizona $131,829 Ohio $131,735 Georgia $130,490 Indiana $129,868 Wyoming $129,746 Utah $129,557

Iowa $129,475 Kansas $128,826 Louisiana $128,637 North Carolina $128,569 Missouri $128,542 Florida $128,014 Montana $127,730 Nebraska $127,460

Kentucky $127,311 South Carolina $126,770 Tennessee $126,431 Idaho $126,296 New Mexico $125,308 Oklahoma $125,092 Alabama $124,294 South Dakota $122,954

Arkansas $122,224 West Virginia $121,831 Mississippi $120,654

Top Paying Cities for Labor Relations 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: $141,801
Little Creek: $140,488
Magnolia: $141,070

Lincoln, DE $141,801 Little Creek, DE $140,488 Magnolia, DE $141,070 Milford, DE $141,801 Marydel, DE $139,961 Millsboro, DE $141,801 Millville, DE $142,748 Milton, DE $141,801

Nassau, DE $141,801 Ocean View, DE $142,748 Rehoboth Beach, DE $142,748 Seaford, DE $140,312 Selbyville, DE $142,748 Smyrna, DE $139,798 Viola, DE $141,070 Woodside, DE $140,664

Bear, DE $138,770 Newark, DE $138,824 Claymont, DE $138,932 Delaware City, DE $138,824 Hockessin, DE $138,932 Kirkwood, DE $138,824 Middletown, DE $139,514 Montchanin, DE $138,932

New Castle, DE $138,932 Odessa, DE $139,704 Port Penn, DE $138,445 Rockland, DE $138,932 Saint Georges, DE $138,824 Townsend, DE $139,501 Winterthur, DE $138,932 Lewes, DE $141,801

Wilmington, DE $138,932 Dover, DE $140,421 Dover Afb, DE $140,745 Bethany Beach, DE $142,748 Bethel, DE $140,312 Bridgeville, DE $141,801 Camden Wyoming, DE $140,569 Cheswold, DE $140,096

Clayton, DE $139,744 Dagsboro, DE $142,748 Delmar, DE $140,312 Ellendale, DE $141,801 Felton, DE $141,801 Fenwick Island, DE $142,748 Frankford, DE $142,748 Frederica, DE $141,801

Georgetown, DE $141,801 Greenwood, DE $141,801 Harbeson, DE $141,801 Harrington, DE $141,801 Hartly, DE $139,676 Houston, DE $141,801 Kenton, DE $139,744 Laurel, DE $140,312

Yorklyn, DE $138,932

Labor Relations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Labor Relations 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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$122,340

Average $137,011/year

$142,205

$10,195

Average $11,418/month

$11,850

$2,353

Average $2,635/week

$2,735

$59

Average $66/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,205	$11,850	$2,735	$68
Average	$137,011	$11,418	$2,635	$66
25th Percentile	$122,340	$10,195	$2,353	$59

Labor Relations Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Labor Relations Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Labor Relations Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $155,375 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.

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