What are the main factors that influence a Project Manager V's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Project Manager 's salary?

A Project Manager 's salary grows with experience: a Project Manager III (4-7 years)earns $117,402, a Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $132,255, a Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $155,968, a Project Management Supervisor (10+ years)earns $111,269, a Project Management Manager (10+ years)earns $148,784,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Manager V?

Project Manager V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Manager V roles are District of Columbia $170,522, California $169,875, Massachusetts $167,611. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Manager roles make?

Salaries for Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Project Cost Estimator V: $167,090; Project Engineer V: $156,882; Technology Project Manager V: $156,500; IT Project Manager V: $156,414; Project Cost Controller V: $155,400.

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Project Manager V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Manager V make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Manager V in Delaware is $155,968 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $165,570
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $148,072 to $160,994
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $140,883

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Project Manager V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,994	$13,416	$3,096	$77
Average	$155,968	$12,997	$2,999	$75
25th Percentile	$148,072	$12,339	$2,848	$71

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Key Factors That Influence Project Manager V Salaries

A Project Manager V'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 Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Manager V'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:

Project Manager III (4-7 years): $117,402
Project Manager IV (7+ years): $132,255
Project Manager V (7-10 years): $155,968
Project Management Supervisor (10+ years): $111,269
Project Management Manager (10+ years): $148,784

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Project Manager III	4-7 years	$117,402
Project Manager IV	7+ years	$132,255
Project Manager V	7-10 years	$155,968
Project Management Supervisor	10+ years	$111,269
Project Management Manager	10+ years	$148,784

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How Do Project Manager V 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 Project Manager Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $170,522.
California: $169,875.
Massachusetts: $167,611.

District of Columbia $170,522 California $169,875 Massachusetts $167,611 Washington $166,995 New Jersey $166,934 Alaska $166,718 Connecticut $164,593 New York $163,730

Hawaii $160,973 Rhode Island $159,680 Maryland $158,802 Minnesota $157,600 Colorado $157,138 Illinois $156,984 Oregon $156,399 Delaware $155,968

New Hampshire $155,697 Virginia $155,090 Pennsylvania $153,319 Nevada $152,426 North Dakota $152,133 Michigan $151,671 Wisconsin $151,502 Vermont $151,163

Texas $150,223 Maine $150,162 Arizona $150,069 Ohio $149,961 Georgia $148,545 Indiana $147,836 Wyoming $147,698 Utah $147,482

Iowa $147,389 Kansas $146,650 Louisiana $146,435 North Carolina $146,358 Missouri $146,327 Florida $145,726 Montana $145,403 Nebraska $145,095

Kentucky $144,925 South Carolina $144,309 Tennessee $143,924 Idaho $143,770 New Mexico $142,646 Oklahoma $142,399 Alabama $141,491 South Dakota $139,966

Arkansas $139,134 West Virginia $138,688 Mississippi $137,348

Top Paying Cities for Project Manager Vs

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: $161,420
Little Creek: $159,926
Magnolia: $160,588

Lincoln, DE $161,420 Little Creek, DE $159,926 Magnolia, DE $160,588 Milford, DE $161,420 Marydel, DE $159,325 Millsboro, DE $161,420 Millville, DE $162,498 Milton, DE $161,420

Nassau, DE $161,420 Ocean View, DE $162,498 Rehoboth Beach, DE $162,498 Seaford, DE $159,726 Selbyville, DE $162,498 Smyrna, DE $159,141 Viola, DE $160,588 Woodside, DE $160,126

Bear, DE $157,970 Newark, DE $158,032 Claymont, DE $158,155 Delaware City, DE $158,032 Hockessin, DE $158,155 Kirkwood, DE $158,032 Middletown, DE $158,817 Montchanin, DE $158,155

New Castle, DE $158,155 Odessa, DE $159,033 Port Penn, DE $157,600 Rockland, DE $158,155 Saint Georges, DE $158,032 Townsend, DE $158,802 Winterthur, DE $158,155 Lewes, DE $161,420

Wilmington, DE $158,155 Dover, DE $159,849 Dover Afb, DE $160,219 Bethany Beach, DE $162,498 Bethel, DE $159,726 Bridgeville, DE $161,420 Camden Wyoming, DE $160,018 Cheswold, DE $159,479

Clayton, DE $159,079 Dagsboro, DE $162,498 Delmar, DE $159,726 Ellendale, DE $161,420 Felton, DE $161,420 Fenwick Island, DE $162,498 Frankford, DE $162,498 Frederica, DE $161,420

Georgetown, DE $161,420 Greenwood, DE $161,420 Harbeson, DE $161,420 Harrington, DE $161,420 Hartly, DE $159,002 Houston, DE $161,420 Kenton, DE $159,079 Laurel, DE $159,726

Yorklyn, DE $158,155

Project Manager V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Manager V'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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$148,072

Average $155,968/year

$160,994

$12,339

Average $12,997/month

$13,416

$2,848

Average $2,999/week

$3,096

$71

Average $75/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,994	$13,416	$3,096	$77
Average	$155,968	$12,997	$2,999	$75
25th Percentile	$148,072	$12,339	$2,848	$71

Project Manager V Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Project Manager V, 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.

Project Manager V Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
EHR Project Manager, Sr.	$133,474	-14%
Manufacturing Project Management Manager	$135,550	-13%
Engineering Program Manager VI	$202,201	30%
Project Management Supervisor	$111,269	-29%

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