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

A Purchasing Manager's salary grows with experience: a Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $88,000, a Purchasing Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $100,639, a Purchasing Manager (7+ years)earns $126,933, a Purchasing Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $176,197, a Purchasing Director (7+ years)earns $202,527,

What are the highest paying states for a Purchasing Manager?

Purchasing Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Purchasing Manager roles are District of Columbia $138,778, California $138,251, Massachusetts $136,409. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Purchasing Manager roles make?

Salaries for Purchasing Manager level roles vary by specialization: IT Purchasing Manager: $139,345; Construction Purchasing Manager: $127,565; Buyer Purchasing Manager: $127,305; Assistant Purchasing Manager: $126,282; Global Purchasing Manager: $126,067.

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Purchasing Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Purchasing Manager make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Purchasing Manager in Delaware is $126,933 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $150,674
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $114,888 to $139,360
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,921

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Purchasing Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,360	$11,613	$2,680	$67
Average	$126,933	$10,578	$2,441	$61
25th Percentile	$114,888	$9,574	$2,209	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Purchasing Manager Salaries

A Purchasing 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 Purchasing Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Purchasing 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:

Purchasing Supervisor (7+ years): $88,000
Purchasing Senior Supervisor (7+ years): $100,639
Purchasing Manager (7+ years): $126,933
Purchasing Senior Manager (7+ years): $176,197
Purchasing Director (7+ years): $202,527

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Purchasing Supervisor	7+ years	$88,000
Purchasing Senior Supervisor	7+ years	$100,639
Purchasing Manager	7+ years	$126,933
Purchasing Senior Manager	7+ years	$176,197
Purchasing Director	7+ years	$202,527

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

District of Columbia: $138,778.
California: $138,251.
Massachusetts: $136,409.

District of Columbia $138,778 California $138,251 Massachusetts $136,409 Washington $135,907 New Jersey $135,857 Alaska $135,682 Connecticut $133,952 New York $133,250

Hawaii $131,006 Rhode Island $129,954 Maryland $129,239 Minnesota $128,261 Colorado $127,885 Illinois $127,760 Oregon $127,284 Delaware $126,933

New Hampshire $126,712 Virginia $126,218 Pennsylvania $124,777 Nevada $124,050 North Dakota $123,812 Michigan $123,436 Wisconsin $123,298 Vermont $123,022

Texas $122,258 Maine $122,207 Arizona $122,132 Ohio $122,045 Georgia $120,891 Indiana $120,315 Wyoming $120,202 Utah $120,027

Iowa $119,951 Kansas $119,350 Louisiana $119,174 North Carolina $119,112 Missouri $119,086 Florida $118,598 Montana $118,334 Nebraska $118,084

Kentucky $117,946 South Carolina $117,445 Tennessee $117,131 Idaho $117,006 New Mexico $116,091 Oklahoma $115,890 Alabama $115,151 South Dakota $113,910

Arkansas $113,233 West Virginia $112,870 Mississippi $111,779

Top Paying Cities for Purchasing 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: $126,361
Little Creek: $127,286
Magnolia: $127,103

Lincoln, DE $126,361 Little Creek, DE $127,286 Magnolia, DE $127,103 Milford, DE $126,682 Marydel, DE $126,890 Millsboro, DE $125,831 Millville, DE $126,025 Milton, DE $126,243

Nassau, DE $126,335 Ocean View, DE $126,004 Rehoboth Beach, DE $126,246 Seaford, DE $126,317 Selbyville, DE $125,795 Smyrna, DE $127,374 Viola, DE $126,787 Woodside, DE $127,128

Bear, DE $126,835 Newark, DE $126,787 Claymont, DE $127,047 Delaware City, DE $126,914 Hockessin, DE $126,776 Kirkwood, DE $126,890 Middletown, DE $126,939 Montchanin, DE $126,805

New Castle, DE $126,824 Odessa, DE $127,002 Port Penn, DE $127,087 Rockland, DE $126,818 Saint Georges, DE $126,899 Townsend, DE $127,095 Winterthur, DE $126,833 Lewes, DE $126,292

Wilmington, DE $126,782 Dover, DE $127,286 Dover Afb, DE $126,616 Bethany Beach, DE $125,871 Bethel, DE $126,002 Bridgeville, DE $126,299 Camden Wyoming, DE $126,928 Cheswold, DE $127,245

Clayton, DE $127,249 Dagsboro, DE $125,783 Delmar, DE $125,582 Ellendale, DE $125,963 Felton, DE $126,672 Fenwick Island, DE $125,811 Frankford, DE $125,592 Frederica, DE $126,797

Georgetown, DE $125,736 Greenwood, DE $126,319 Harbeson, DE $125,870 Harrington, DE $126,512 Hartly, DE $126,905 Houston, DE $126,331 Kenton, DE $127,255 Laurel, DE $125,661

Yorklyn, DE $126,814

Purchasing Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Purchasing 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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$114,888

Average $126,933/year

$139,360

$9,574

Average $10,578/month

$11,613

$2,209

Average $2,441/week

$2,680

$55

Average $61/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,360	$11,613	$2,680	$67
Average	$126,933	$10,578	$2,441	$61
25th Percentile	$114,888	$9,574	$2,209	$55

Purchasing Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Purchasing 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.

Purchasing Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Gas Supply Director	$196,630	55%
Purchasing Senior Manager	$176,197	39%

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