What are the main factors that influence a Quality System 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 System Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Quality System Manager roles, with salaries approximately 12% above the market median.

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

A Quality System Manager's salary grows with experience: a Quality Control Supervisor I (10+ years)earns $85,181, a Quality Control Supervisor II (10+ years)earns $100,992, a Quality System Manager (10+ years)earns $122,584, a Quality Control Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $136,064, a Quality Control Director (10+ years)earns $170,778,

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

Quality System Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality System Manager roles are District of Columbia $131,729, California $131,229, Massachusetts $129,480. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Quality System Manager level roles vary by specialization: System Documentation Senior Manager: $154,946; Manufacturing System Engineering Manager, Sr.: $153,791; System Manager: $148,920; Manufacturing Execution System Manager: $139,000; Manufacturing System Engineering Manager: $138,933.

Quality System Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Quality System Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality System Manager in Delaware is $120,486 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,596
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,416 to $132,583
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $101,247

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Quality System Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$132,583	$11,049	$2,550	$64
Average	$120,486	$10,040	$2,317	$58
25th Percentile	$110,416	$9,201	$2,123	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Quality System Manager Salaries

A Quality System 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 System Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quality System 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): $85,181
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,992
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,584
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,064
Expert (over 8 years): $170,778

Levels	Salary
Quality C... Level Quality System Manager	$85,181
Quality C... Level Quality System Manager	$100,992
Quality S... Level Quality System Manager	$122,584
Quality C... Level Quality System Manager	$136,064
Quality C... Level Quality System Manager	$170,778

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

District of Columbia: $131,729.
California: $131,229.
Massachusetts: $129,480.

District of Columbia $131,729 California $131,229 Massachusetts $129,480 Washington $129,005 New Jersey $128,957 Alaska $128,790 Connecticut $127,149 New York $126,482

Hawaii $124,353 Rhode Island $123,353 Maryland $122,675 Minnesota $121,747 Colorado $121,390 Illinois $121,271 Oregon $120,819 Delaware $120,486

New Hampshire $120,277 Virginia $119,808 Pennsylvania $118,440 Nevada $117,750 North Dakota $117,524 Michigan $117,167 Wisconsin $117,036 Vermont $116,774

Texas $116,048 Maine $116,001 Arizona $115,929 Ohio $115,846 Georgia $114,751 Indiana $114,204 Wyoming $114,097 Utah $113,930

Iowa $113,859 Kansas $113,288 Louisiana $113,121 North Carolina $113,062 Missouri $113,038 Florida $112,574 Montana $112,324 Nebraska $112,086

Kentucky $111,955 South Carolina $111,480 Tennessee $111,182 Idaho $111,063 New Mexico $110,195 Oklahoma $110,004 Alabama $109,302 South Dakota $108,124

Arkansas $107,482 West Virginia $107,137 Mississippi $106,102

Top Paying Cities for Quality System 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: $119,943
Little Creek: $120,821
Magnolia: $120,648

Lincoln, DE $119,943 Little Creek, DE $120,821 Magnolia, DE $120,648 Milford, DE $120,248 Marydel, DE $120,446 Millsboro, DE $119,440 Millville, DE $119,625 Milton, DE $119,832

Nassau, DE $119,918 Ocean View, DE $119,604 Rehoboth Beach, DE $119,834 Seaford, DE $119,902 Selbyville, DE $119,406 Smyrna, DE $120,905 Viola, DE $120,348 Woodside, DE $120,672

Bear, DE $120,393 Newark, DE $120,348 Claymont, DE $120,594 Delaware City, DE $120,468 Hockessin, DE $120,337 Kirkwood, DE $120,446 Middletown, DE $120,492 Montchanin, DE $120,365

New Castle, DE $120,382 Odessa, DE $120,551 Port Penn, DE $120,632 Rockland, DE $120,377 Saint Georges, DE $120,454 Townsend, DE $120,639 Winterthur, DE $120,391 Lewes, DE $119,878

Wilmington, DE $120,343 Dover, DE $120,821 Dover Afb, DE $120,185 Bethany Beach, DE $119,478 Bethel, DE $119,602 Bridgeville, DE $119,884 Camden Wyoming, DE $120,481 Cheswold, DE $120,782

Clayton, DE $120,786 Dagsboro, DE $119,395 Delmar, DE $119,203 Ellendale, DE $119,565 Felton, DE $120,239 Fenwick Island, DE $119,421 Frankford, DE $119,213 Frederica, DE $120,357

Georgetown, DE $119,350 Greenwood, DE $119,903 Harbeson, DE $119,477 Harrington, DE $120,086 Hartly, DE $120,460 Houston, DE $119,915 Kenton, DE $120,792 Laurel, DE $119,278

Yorklyn, DE $120,373

Quality System Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Quality System Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 24% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 12% above the average. In contrast, Quality System Manager positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality System Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Quality System Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$134,944	$65.0	12%

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

Understanding how a Quality System 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 August 01, 2026

$110,416

Average $120,486/year

$132,583

$9,201

Average $10,040/month

$11,049

$2,123

Average $2,317/week

$2,550

$53

Average $58/hour

$64

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$132,583	$11,049	$2,550	$64
Average	$120,486	$10,040	$2,317	$58
25th Percentile	$110,416	$9,201	$2,123	$53

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