What are the main factors that influence a Pipeline Maintenance 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 Pipeline Maintenance Manager's salary?

A Pipeline Maintenance Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $106,825 for beginners, reaching about $108,301 at mid-level, and approach $112,793 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pipeline Maintenance Manager?

Pipeline Maintenance Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pipeline Maintenance Manager roles are District of Columbia $119,898, California $119,443, Massachusetts $117,851. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Pipeline Maintenance Manager level roles vary by specialization: Pipeline Engineering Senior Manager: $188,980; Pipeline Controller Manager: $169,300; Pipeline Control Monitoring Manager: $169,263; Pipeline Engineering Manager: $145,044; Pipeline Repair and Maintenance Manager: $108,300.

Pipeline Maintenance Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pipeline Maintenance Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pipeline Maintenance Manager in Delaware is $109,664 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,686
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,055 to $118,050
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $95,127

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Pipeline Maintenance Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,050	$9,838	$2,270	$57
Average	$109,664	$9,139	$2,109	$53
25th Percentile	$102,055	$8,505	$1,963	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Pipeline Maintenance Manager Salaries

A Pipeline Maintenance 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 Pipeline Maintenance Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pipeline Maintenance 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): $106,825
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,166
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,301
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,166
Expert (over 8 years): $112,793

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pipeline Maintenance Manager	$106,825
Intermediate Level Pipeline Maintenance Manager	$107,166
Senior Level Pipeline Maintenance Manager	$108,301
Specialist Level Pipeline Maintenance Manager	$111,166
Expert Level Pipeline Maintenance Manager	$112,793

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

District of Columbia: $119,898.
California: $119,443.
Massachusetts: $117,851.

District of Columbia $119,898 California $119,443 Massachusetts $117,851 Washington $117,418 New Jersey $117,374 Alaska $117,223 Connecticut $115,728 New York $115,122

Hawaii $113,184 Rhode Island $112,274 Maryland $111,657 Minnesota $110,812 Colorado $110,487 Illinois $110,379 Oregon $109,967 Delaware $109,664

New Hampshire $109,474 Virginia $109,047 Pennsylvania $107,802 Nevada $107,174 North Dakota $106,968 Michigan $106,643 Wisconsin $106,524 Vermont $106,286

Texas $105,625 Maine $105,582 Arizona $105,517 Ohio $105,441 Georgia $104,445 Indiana $103,947 Wyoming $103,849 Utah $103,698

Iowa $103,633 Kansas $103,113 Louisiana $102,961 North Carolina $102,907 Missouri $102,885 Florida $102,463 Montana $102,236 Nebraska $102,019

Kentucky $101,900 South Carolina $101,467 Tennessee $101,196 Idaho $101,088 New Mexico $100,297 Oklahoma $100,124 Alabama $99,485 South Dakota $98,413

Arkansas $97,828 West Virginia $97,514 Mississippi $96,572

Top Paying Cities for Pipeline Maintenance 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: $109,170
Little Creek: $109,970
Magnolia: $109,812

Lincoln, DE $109,170 Little Creek, DE $109,970 Magnolia, DE $109,812 Milford, DE $109,448 Marydel, DE $109,627 Millsboro, DE $108,712 Millville, DE $108,880 Milton, DE $109,069

Nassau, DE $109,148 Ocean View, DE $108,862 Rehoboth Beach, DE $109,071 Seaford, DE $109,133 Selbyville, DE $108,681 Smyrna, DE $110,045 Viola, DE $109,539 Woodside, DE $109,833

Bear, DE $109,580 Newark, DE $109,539 Claymont, DE $109,763 Delaware City, DE $109,648 Hockessin, DE $109,529 Kirkwood, DE $109,627 Middletown, DE $109,670 Montchanin, DE $109,554

New Castle, DE $109,570 Odessa, DE $109,724 Port Penn, DE $109,797 Rockland, DE $109,565 Saint Georges, DE $109,635 Townsend, DE $109,804 Winterthur, DE $109,578 Lewes, DE $109,111

Wilmington, DE $109,534 Dover, DE $109,970 Dover Afb, DE $109,390 Bethany Beach, DE $108,747 Bethel, DE $108,860 Bridgeville, DE $109,116 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,660 Cheswold, DE $109,934

Clayton, DE $109,937 Dagsboro, DE $108,671 Delmar, DE $108,497 Ellendale, DE $108,826 Felton, DE $109,439 Fenwick Island, DE $108,695 Frankford, DE $108,506 Frederica, DE $109,547

Georgetown, DE $108,630 Greenwood, DE $109,134 Harbeson, DE $108,746 Harrington, DE $109,300 Hartly, DE $109,640 Houston, DE $109,144 Kenton, DE $109,943 Laurel, DE $108,565

Yorklyn, DE $109,561

Pipeline Maintenance Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Pipeline Maintenance Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $127,619. While startup companies pay approximate $108,025.

Pipeline Maintenance Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$108,025
Growth Stage	51~500	$114,217
Established	501~5000	$123,278
Enterprise	5000+	$127,619

Pipeline Maintenance Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pipeline Maintenance 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 July 01, 2026

$102,055

Average $109,664/year

$118,050

$8,505

Average $9,139/month

$9,838

$1,963

Average $2,109/week

$2,270

$49

Average $53/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$118,050	$9,838	$2,270	$57
Average	$109,664	$9,139	$2,109	$53
25th Percentile	$102,055	$8,505	$1,963	$49

Pipeline Maintenance Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Pipeline Maintenance Manager

Pipeline Operations Manager

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Pipeline Maintenance Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Pipeline Maintenance Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Pipeline Operations Manager	$143,874	31%
Pipelines Manager	$164,456	50%

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