What are the main factors that influence a Project Manger'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 Project Manger?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Project Manger roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Project Manger's salary?

A Project Manger's salary grows with experience: a Project Manger (0-2 years)earns $74,508, a Project Manager II (2-4 years)earns $93,128, a Project Manager III (4-7 years)earns $113,979, a Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $128,387, a Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $151,409,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Manger?

Project Manger salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Manger roles are District of Columbia $79,844, California $79,541, Massachusetts $78,481. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Manger roles make?

Salaries for Project Manger level roles vary by specialization: Finance Manger: $129,611; Sales Manger: $128,448; Product Manger: $127,452; Accounting Manger: $119,384; Property Manger: $113,811.

Project Manger Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Manger make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Manger in Delaware is $73,029 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $85,696
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,927 to $79,659
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,461

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Project Manger Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,659	$6,638	$1,532	$38
Average	$73,029	$6,086	$1,404	$35
25th Percentile	$65,927	$5,494	$1,268	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Project Manger Salaries

A Project Manger'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 Manger Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Manger'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): $74,508
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,128
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,979
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,387
Expert (over 8 years): $151,409

Levels	Salary
Project M... Level Project Manger	$74,508
Project M... Level Project Manger	$93,128
Project M... Level Project Manger	$113,979
Project M... Level Project Manger	$128,387
Project M... Level Project Manger	$151,409

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How Do Project Manger 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 Mangers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $79,844.
California: $79,541.
Massachusetts: $78,481.

District of Columbia $79,844 California $79,541 Massachusetts $78,481 Washington $78,192 New Jersey $78,163 Alaska $78,062 Connecticut $77,067 New York $76,663

Hawaii $75,373 Rhode Island $74,767 Maryland $74,356 Minnesota $73,793 Colorado $73,577 Illinois $73,505 Oregon $73,231 Delaware $73,029

New Hampshire $72,902 Virginia $72,618 Pennsylvania $71,788 Nevada $71,370 North Dakota $71,233 Michigan $71,017 Wisconsin $70,938 Vermont $70,779

Texas $70,339 Maine $70,310 Arizona $70,267 Ohio $70,216 Georgia $69,553 Indiana $69,221 Wyoming $69,156 Utah $69,055

Iowa $69,012 Kansas $68,666 Louisiana $68,565 North Carolina $68,529 Missouri $68,515 Florida $68,233 Montana $68,082 Nebraska $67,938

Kentucky $67,858 South Carolina $67,570 Tennessee $67,390 Idaho $67,317 New Mexico $66,791 Oklahoma $66,676 Alabama $66,250 South Dakota $65,536

Arkansas $65,147 West Virginia $64,938 Mississippi $64,310

Top Paying Cities for Project Mangers

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: $72,700
Little Creek: $73,232
Magnolia: $73,127

Lincoln, DE $72,700 Little Creek, DE $73,232 Magnolia, DE $73,127 Milford, DE $72,885 Marydel, DE $73,004 Millsboro, DE $72,395 Millville, DE $72,507 Milton, DE $72,632

Nassau, DE $72,685 Ocean View, DE $72,494 Rehoboth Beach, DE $72,634 Seaford, DE $72,675 Selbyville, DE $72,374 Smyrna, DE $73,283 Viola, DE $72,945 Woodside, DE $73,141

Bear, DE $72,973 Newark, DE $72,945 Claymont, DE $73,094 Delaware City, DE $73,018 Hockessin, DE $72,939 Kirkwood, DE $73,004 Middletown, DE $73,032 Montchanin, DE $72,955

New Castle, DE $72,966 Odessa, DE $73,068 Port Penn, DE $73,118 Rockland, DE $72,962 Saint Georges, DE $73,009 Townsend, DE $73,122 Winterthur, DE $72,971 Lewes, DE $72,660

Wilmington, DE $72,942 Dover, DE $73,232 Dover Afb, DE $72,846 Bethany Beach, DE $72,418 Bethel, DE $72,493 Bridgeville, DE $72,664 Camden Wyoming, DE $73,026 Cheswold, DE $73,208

Clayton, DE $73,211 Dagsboro, DE $72,368 Delmar, DE $72,251 Ellendale, DE $72,471 Felton, DE $72,879 Fenwick Island, DE $72,383 Frankford, DE $72,257 Frederica, DE $72,951

Georgetown, DE $72,340 Greenwood, DE $72,675 Harbeson, DE $72,417 Harrington, DE $72,787 Hartly, DE $73,013 Houston, DE $72,683 Kenton, DE $73,214 Laurel, DE $72,297

Yorklyn, DE $72,960

Project Manger Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Manger roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Project Manger positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Manger as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Project Manger

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$109,543	$53.0	50%

Project Manger Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Manger'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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$65,927

Average $73,029/year

$79,659

$5,494

Average $6,086/month

$6,638

$1,268

Average $1,404/week

$1,532

$32

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,659	$6,638	$1,532	$38
Average	$73,029	$6,086	$1,404	$35
25th Percentile	$65,927	$5,494	$1,268	$32

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