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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Quality Generalist Manager?

The Media industry offers the highest average compensation for Quality Generalist Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Quality Generalist Manager's salary?

A Quality Generalist Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $111,633 for beginners, reaching about $113,245 at mid-level, and approach $119,171 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Quality Generalist Manager?

Quality Generalist Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality Generalist Manager roles are District of Columbia $127,556, California $127,072, Massachusetts $125,379. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Quality Generalist Manager roles make?

Salaries for Quality Generalist Manager level roles vary by specialization: Purchasing Generalist IV: $114,600; HR Generalist IV: $108,280; Purchasing Generalist III: $91,300; HR Generalist III: $89,800; Senior HR Generalist: $89,753.

Quality Generalist Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Quality Generalist Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Generalist Manager in Delaware is $116,669 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,509
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,173 to $126,531
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,885

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Quality Generalist Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,531	$10,544	$2,433	$61
Average	$116,669	$9,722	$2,244	$56
25th Percentile	$103,173	$8,598	$1,984	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Quality Generalist Manager Salaries

A Quality Generalist 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 Quality Generalist Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quality Generalist 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): $111,633
Early Career (1-2 years): $112,238
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,245
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,259
Expert (over 8 years): $119,171

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Quality Generalist Manager	$111,633
Intermediate Level Quality Generalist Manager	$112,238
Senior Level Quality Generalist Manager	$113,245
Specialist Level Quality Generalist Manager	$115,259
Expert Level Quality Generalist Manager	$119,171

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

District of Columbia: $127,556.
California: $127,072.
Massachusetts: $125,379.

District of Columbia $127,556 California $127,072 Massachusetts $125,379 Washington $124,918 New Jersey $124,872 Alaska $124,710 Connecticut $123,121 New York $122,475

Hawaii $120,413 Rhode Island $119,446 Maryland $118,789 Minnesota $117,890 Colorado $117,545 Illinois $117,429 Oregon $116,992 Delaware $116,669

New Hampshire $116,466 Virginia $116,012 Pennsylvania $114,688 Nevada $114,019 North Dakota $113,800 Michigan $113,455 Wisconsin $113,328 Vermont $113,075

Texas $112,372 Maine $112,326 Arizona $112,257 Ohio $112,176 Georgia $111,116 Indiana $110,586 Wyoming $110,483 Utah $110,321

Iowa $110,252 Kansas $109,699 Louisiana $109,538 North Carolina $109,480 Missouri $109,457 Florida $109,008 Montana $108,766 Nebraska $108,536

Kentucky $108,409 South Carolina $107,948 Tennessee $107,660 Idaho $107,545 New Mexico $106,704 Oklahoma $106,519 Alabama $105,840 South Dakota $104,699

Arkansas $104,077 West Virginia $103,743 Mississippi $102,741

Top Paying Cities for Quality Generalist 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: $116,144
Little Creek: $116,994
Magnolia: $116,826

Lincoln, DE $116,144 Little Creek, DE $116,994 Magnolia, DE $116,826 Milford, DE $116,439 Marydel, DE $116,630 Millsboro, DE $115,656 Millville, DE $115,835 Milton, DE $116,035

Nassau, DE $116,120 Ocean View, DE $115,815 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,038 Seaford, DE $116,103 Selbyville, DE $115,623 Smyrna, DE $117,075 Viola, DE $116,535 Woodside, DE $116,849

Bear, DE $116,579 Newark, DE $116,535 Claymont, DE $116,774 Delaware City, DE $116,652 Hockessin, DE $116,525 Kirkwood, DE $116,630 Middletown, DE $116,675 Montchanin, DE $116,552

New Castle, DE $116,569 Odessa, DE $116,732 Port Penn, DE $116,811 Rockland, DE $116,563 Saint Georges, DE $116,638 Townsend, DE $116,818 Winterthur, DE $116,577 Lewes, DE $116,080

Wilmington, DE $116,531 Dover, DE $116,994 Dover Afb, DE $116,378 Bethany Beach, DE $115,693 Bethel, DE $115,813 Bridgeville, DE $116,086 Camden Wyoming, DE $116,665 Cheswold, DE $116,956

Clayton, DE $116,959 Dagsboro, DE $115,613 Delmar, DE $115,427 Ellendale, DE $115,777 Felton, DE $116,429 Fenwick Island, DE $115,638 Frankford, DE $115,436 Frederica, DE $116,545

Georgetown, DE $115,569 Greenwood, DE $116,105 Harbeson, DE $115,692 Harrington, DE $116,282 Hartly, DE $116,644 Houston, DE $116,116 Kenton, DE $116,965 Laurel, DE $115,500

Yorklyn, DE $116,560

Quality Generalist Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Quality Generalist Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $130,493. While startup companies pay approximate $110,358.

Quality Generalist Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$110,358
Growth Stage	51~500	$116,721
Established	501~5000	$126,016
Enterprise	5000+	$130,493

Quality Generalist Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Quality Generalist Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Media and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Quality Generalist Manager positions in MFG Durable or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Generalist Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Quality Generalist Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Media	$163,337	$79.0	40%
Energy & Utilities	$151,670	$73.0	30%
Insurance	$145,836	$70.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$140,003	$67.0	20%
Healthcare	$134,169	$65.0	15%

Quality Generalist Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quality Generalist 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

$103,173

Average $116,669/year

$126,531

$8,598

Average $9,722/month

$10,544

$1,984

Average $2,244/week

$2,433

$50

Average $56/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,531	$10,544	$2,433	$61
Average	$116,669	$9,722	$2,244	$56
25th Percentile	$103,173	$8,598	$1,984	$50

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