What are the main factors that influence a Merchandise Planning 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 Merchandise Planning Manager's salary?

A Merchandise Planning Manager's salary grows with experience: a Merchandise Planner (2-4 years)earns $80,281, a Merchandise Planner, Sr. (4-7 years)earns $94,144, a Merchandise Planning Manager (7+ years)earns $114,388,

What are the highest paying states for a Merchandise Planning Manager?

Merchandise Planning Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Merchandise Planning Manager roles are District of Columbia $125,062, California $124,587, Massachusetts $122,927. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Merchandise Planning Manager roles make?

Salaries for Merchandise Planning Manager level roles vary by specialization: Merchandise Forecast/Planning Manager: $113,000; Merchandise Forecast/Planning Senior Analyst: $93,000; Merchandise Planner, Sr.: $92,963; Merchandise Forecast/Planning Analyst: $79,300; Merchandise Planner: $79,274.

Merchandise Planning Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Merchandise Planning Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Merchandise Planning Manager in Delaware is $114,388 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $131,887
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,746 to $123,547
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,415

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Merchandise Planning Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,547	$10,296	$2,376	$59
Average	$114,388	$9,532	$2,200	$55
25th Percentile	$99,746	$8,312	$1,918	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Merchandise Planning Manager Salaries

A Merchandise Planning 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 Merchandise Planning Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Merchandise Planning 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:

Merchandise Planner (2-4 years): $80,281
Merchandise Planner, Sr. (4-7 years): $94,144
Merchandise Planning Manager (7+ years): $114,388

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Merchandise Planner	2-4 years	$80,281
Merchandise Planner, Sr.	4-7 years	$94,144
Merchandise Planning Manager	7+ years	$114,388

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

District of Columbia: $125,062.
California: $124,587.
Massachusetts: $122,927.

District of Columbia $125,062 California $124,587 Massachusetts $122,927 Washington $122,475 New Jersey $122,430 Alaska $122,272 Connecticut $120,713 New York $120,080

Hawaii $118,058 Rhode Island $117,110 Maryland $116,466 Minnesota $115,585 Colorado $115,246 Illinois $115,133 Oregon $114,704 Delaware $114,388

New Hampshire $114,189 Virginia $113,744 Pennsylvania $112,445 Nevada $111,790 North Dakota $111,575 Michigan $111,236 Wisconsin $111,112 Vermont $110,863

Texas $110,174 Maine $110,129 Arizona $110,061 Ohio $109,982 Georgia $108,943 Indiana $108,424 Wyoming $108,322 Utah $108,164

Iowa $108,096 Kansas $107,554 Louisiana $107,396 North Carolina $107,339 Missouri $107,317 Florida $106,876 Montana $106,639 Nebraska $106,413

Kentucky $106,289 South Carolina $105,837 Tennessee $105,555 Idaho $105,442 New Mexico $104,617 Oklahoma $104,436 Alabama $103,770 South Dakota $102,652

Arkansas $102,042 West Virginia $101,714 Mississippi $100,731

Top Paying Cities for Merchandise Planning 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: $118,386
Little Creek: $117,290
Magnolia: $117,776

Lincoln, DE $118,386 Little Creek, DE $117,290 Magnolia, DE $117,776 Milford, DE $118,386 Marydel, DE $116,850 Millsboro, DE $118,386 Millville, DE $119,177 Milton, DE $118,386

Nassau, DE $118,386 Ocean View, DE $119,177 Rehoboth Beach, DE $119,177 Seaford, DE $117,144 Selbyville, DE $119,177 Smyrna, DE $116,714 Viola, DE $117,776 Woodside, DE $117,437

Bear, DE $115,856 Newark, DE $115,901 Claymont, DE $115,991 Delaware City, DE $115,901 Hockessin, DE $115,991 Kirkwood, DE $115,901 Middletown, DE $116,477 Montchanin, DE $115,991

New Castle, DE $115,991 Odessa, DE $116,635 Port Penn, DE $115,585 Rockland, DE $115,991 Saint Georges, DE $115,901 Townsend, DE $116,466 Winterthur, DE $115,991 Lewes, DE $118,386

Wilmington, DE $115,991 Dover, DE $117,234 Dover Afb, DE $117,505 Bethany Beach, DE $119,177 Bethel, DE $117,144 Bridgeville, DE $118,386 Camden Wyoming, DE $117,358 Cheswold, DE $116,963

Clayton, DE $116,669 Dagsboro, DE $119,177 Delmar, DE $117,144 Ellendale, DE $118,386 Felton, DE $118,386 Fenwick Island, DE $119,177 Frankford, DE $119,177 Frederica, DE $118,386

Georgetown, DE $118,386 Greenwood, DE $118,386 Harbeson, DE $118,386 Harrington, DE $118,386 Hartly, DE $116,613 Houston, DE $118,386 Kenton, DE $116,669 Laurel, DE $117,144

Yorklyn, DE $115,991

Merchandise Planning Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Merchandise Planning 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$99,746

Average $114,388/year

$123,547

$8,312

Average $9,532/month

$10,296

$1,918

Average $2,200/week

$2,376

$48

Average $55/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,547	$10,296	$2,376	$59
Average	$114,388	$9,532	$2,200	$55
25th Percentile	$99,746	$8,312	$1,918	$48

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