What are the main factors that influence a Business 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 Business Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Business Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Business Manager's salary?

A Business Manager's salary grows with experience: a Business Development Associate V (7-10 years)earns $171,874, a Business Development Supervisor (10+ years)earns $117,875, a Business Manager (10+ years)earns $136,140, a Business Development Manager, Sr. (10+ years)earns $179,071, a Business Development Director (10+ years)earns $216,822,

What are the highest paying states for a Business Manager?

Business Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Business Manager roles are District of Columbia $149,960, California $149,391, Massachusetts $147,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Business Manager roles make?

Salaries for Business Manager level roles vary by specialization: Business Operations Strategy Manager: $150,865; Business Intelligence Manager: $139,071; Business Analytics Manager: $136,380; Business Development Manager - Biotech: $136,242; Business Development Manager: $132,329.

Business Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Business Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Manager in Delaware is $137,161 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $163,684
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $126,493 to $151,044
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $116,781

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Business Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,044	$12,587	$2,905	$73
Average	$137,161	$11,430	$2,638	$66
25th Percentile	$126,493	$10,541	$2,433	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Business Manager Salaries

A Business 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 Business Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business 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): $171,874
Early Career (1-2 years): $117,875
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $136,140
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $179,071
Expert (over 8 years): $216,822

Levels	Salary
Business ... Level Business Manager	$171,874
Business ... Level Business Manager	$117,875
Business ... Level Business Manager	$136,140
Business ... Level Business Manager	$179,071
Business ... Level Business Manager	$216,822

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

District of Columbia: $149,960.
California: $149,391.
Massachusetts: $147,400.

District of Columbia $149,960 California $149,391 Massachusetts $147,400 Washington $146,859 New Jersey $146,804 Alaska $146,615 Connecticut $144,746 New York $143,987

Hawaii $141,563 Rhode Island $140,425 Maryland $139,653 Minnesota $138,597 Colorado $138,190 Illinois $138,055 Oregon $137,540 Delaware $137,161

New Hampshire $136,923 Virginia $136,389 Pennsylvania $134,832 Nevada $134,046 North Dakota $133,789 Michigan $133,382 Wisconsin $133,233 Vermont $132,935

Texas $132,109 Maine $132,055 Arizona $131,974 Ohio $131,879 Georgia $130,633 Indiana $130,010 Wyoming $129,888 Utah $129,698

Iowa $129,617 Kansas $128,967 Louisiana $128,777 North Carolina $128,710 Missouri $128,682 Florida $128,154 Montana $127,870 Nebraska $127,599

Kentucky $127,450 South Carolina $126,908 Tennessee $126,570 Idaho $126,434 New Mexico $125,445 Oklahoma $125,229 Alabama $124,430 South Dakota $123,089

Arkansas $122,357 West Virginia $121,965 Mississippi $120,786

Top Paying Cities for Business 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: $136,543
Little Creek: $137,543
Magnolia: $137,345

Lincoln, DE $136,543 Little Creek, DE $137,543 Magnolia, DE $137,345 Milford, DE $136,890 Marydel, DE $137,115 Millsboro, DE $135,971 Millville, DE $136,181 Milton, DE $136,416

Nassau, DE $136,515 Ocean View, DE $136,157 Rehoboth Beach, DE $136,419 Seaford, DE $136,496 Selbyville, DE $135,931 Smyrna, DE $137,638 Viola, DE $137,004 Woodside, DE $137,372

Bear, DE $137,055 Newark, DE $137,004 Claymont, DE $137,284 Delaware City, DE $137,141 Hockessin, DE $136,992 Kirkwood, DE $137,115 Middletown, DE $137,168 Montchanin, DE $137,023

New Castle, DE $137,043 Odessa, DE $137,236 Port Penn, DE $137,328 Rockland, DE $137,036 Saint Georges, DE $137,125 Townsend, DE $137,336 Winterthur, DE $137,053 Lewes, DE $136,469

Wilmington, DE $136,999 Dover, DE $137,543 Dover Afb, DE $136,818 Bethany Beach, DE $136,014 Bethel, DE $136,155 Bridgeville, DE $136,476 Camden Wyoming, DE $137,156 Cheswold, DE $137,498

Clayton, DE $137,502 Dagsboro, DE $135,919 Delmar, DE $135,701 Ellendale, DE $136,113 Felton, DE $136,879 Fenwick Island, DE $135,949 Frankford, DE $135,712 Frederica, DE $137,015

Georgetown, DE $135,868 Greenwood, DE $136,497 Harbeson, DE $136,013 Harrington, DE $136,706 Hartly, DE $137,131 Houston, DE $136,511 Kenton, DE $137,509 Laurel, DE $135,786

Yorklyn, DE $137,032

Business Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Business Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Business Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Business Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$205,742	$99.0	50%
Aerospace & Defense	$178,309	$86.0	30%

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

Understanding how a Business 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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$126,493

Average $137,161/year

$151,044

$10,541

Average $11,430/month

$12,587

$2,433

Average $2,638/week

$2,905

$61

Average $66/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,044	$12,587	$2,905	$73
Average	$137,161	$11,430	$2,638	$66
25th Percentile	$126,493	$10,541	$2,433	$61

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