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

A Sales Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $123,726 for beginners, reaching about $125,437 at mid-level, and approach $129,978 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Sales Manager?

Sales Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sales Manager roles are District of Columbia $139,948, California $139,417, Massachusetts $137,559. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sales Manager roles make?

Salaries for Sales Manager level roles vary by specialization: Sales Engineering Senior Manager: $162,293; Bond Sales Manager: $146,023; Sales Engineering Manager: $140,177; Channel Sales Manager: $129,566; International Sales Manager: $127,823.

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Sales Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sales Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sales Manager in Delaware is $128,003 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $164,115
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,542 to $146,905
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,106

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Sales Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$146,905	$12,242	$2,825	$71
Average	$128,003	$10,667	$2,462	$62
25th Percentile	$116,542	$9,712	$2,241	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Sales Manager Salaries

A Sales 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 Sales Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sales 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): $123,726
Early Career (1-2 years): $124,240
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,437
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,806
Expert (over 8 years): $129,978

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Sales Manager	$123,726
Intermediate Level Sales Manager	$124,240
Senior Level Sales Manager	$125,437
Specialist Level Sales Manager	$126,806
Expert Level Sales Manager	$129,978

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

District of Columbia: $139,948.
California: $139,417.
Massachusetts: $137,559.

District of Columbia $139,948 California $139,417 Massachusetts $137,559 Washington $137,053 New Jersey $137,003 Alaska $136,826 Connecticut $135,082 New York $134,374

Hawaii $132,111 Rhode Island $131,049 Maryland $130,329 Minnesota $129,343 Colorado $128,964 Illinois $128,837 Oregon $128,357 Delaware $128,003

New Hampshire $127,781 Virginia $127,283 Pennsylvania $125,829 Nevada $125,096 North Dakota $124,856 Michigan $124,477 Wisconsin $124,338 Vermont $124,060

Texas $123,289 Maine $123,238 Arizona $123,162 Ohio $123,074 Georgia $121,911 Indiana $121,329 Wyoming $121,216 Utah $121,039

Iowa $120,963 Kansas $120,356 Louisiana $120,179 North Carolina $120,116 Missouri $120,091 Florida $119,598 Montana $119,332 Nebraska $119,080

Kentucky $118,941 South Carolina $118,435 Tennessee $118,119 Idaho $117,993 New Mexico $117,070 Oklahoma $116,868 Alabama $116,122 South Dakota $114,871

Arkansas $114,188 West Virginia $113,821 Mississippi $112,722

Top Paying Cities for Sales 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: $132,478
Little Creek: $131,252
Magnolia: $131,795

Lincoln, DE $132,478 Little Creek, DE $131,252 Magnolia, DE $131,795 Milford, DE $132,478 Marydel, DE $130,759 Millsboro, DE $132,478 Millville, DE $133,363 Milton, DE $132,478

Nassau, DE $132,478 Ocean View, DE $133,363 Rehoboth Beach, DE $133,363 Seaford, DE $131,087 Selbyville, DE $133,363 Smyrna, DE $130,607 Viola, DE $131,795 Woodside, DE $131,416

Bear, DE $129,646 Newark, DE $129,697 Claymont, DE $129,798 Delaware City, DE $129,697 Hockessin, DE $129,798 Kirkwood, DE $129,697 Middletown, DE $130,342 Montchanin, DE $129,798

New Castle, DE $129,798 Odessa, DE $130,519 Port Penn, DE $129,343 Rockland, DE $129,798 Saint Georges, DE $129,697 Townsend, DE $130,329 Winterthur, DE $129,798 Lewes, DE $132,478

Wilmington, DE $129,798 Dover, DE $131,188 Dover Afb, DE $131,492 Bethany Beach, DE $133,363 Bethel, DE $131,087 Bridgeville, DE $132,478 Camden Wyoming, DE $131,328 Cheswold, DE $130,885

Clayton, DE $130,556 Dagsboro, DE $133,363 Delmar, DE $131,087 Ellendale, DE $132,478 Felton, DE $132,478 Fenwick Island, DE $133,363 Frankford, DE $133,363 Frederica, DE $132,478

Georgetown, DE $132,478 Greenwood, DE $132,478 Harbeson, DE $132,478 Harrington, DE $132,478 Hartly, DE $130,493 Houston, DE $132,478 Kenton, DE $130,556 Laurel, DE $131,087

Yorklyn, DE $129,798

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

Understanding how a Sales 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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$116,542

Average $128,003/year

$146,905

$9,712

Average $10,667/month

$12,242

$2,241

Average $2,462/week

$2,825

$56

Average $62/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$146,905	$12,242	$2,825	$71
Average	$128,003	$10,667	$2,462	$62
25th Percentile	$116,542	$9,712	$2,241	$56

Sales Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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

Sales Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Sales Director - Medicare Products	$169,769	33%
Sales Senior Manager	$167,086	31%

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