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

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Collision Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Collision Manager's salary?

A Collision Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $87,477 for beginners, reaching about $89,023 at mid-level, and approach $94,888 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Collision Manager?

Collision Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Collision Manager roles are District of Columbia $99,559, California $99,181, Massachusetts $97,859. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Collision Manager roles make?

Salaries for Collision Manager level roles vary by specialization: Collision Production Manager: $110,098; Assistant Collision Center Manager: $98,454; Collision Center Manager: $97,307; Collision Estimator: $89,252; Collision Appraiser: $79,068.

Collision Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Collision Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Collision Manager in Delaware is $91,061 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $115,914
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,674 to $104,070
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,217

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Collision Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,070	$8,673	$2,001	$50
Average	$91,061	$7,588	$1,751	$44
25th Percentile	$80,674	$6,723	$1,551	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Collision Manager Salaries

A Collision 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 Collision Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Collision 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): $87,477
Early Career (1-2 years): $88,250
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,023
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,401
Expert (over 8 years): $94,888

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Collision Manager	$87,477
Intermediate Level Collision Manager	$88,250
Senior Level Collision Manager	$89,023
Specialist Level Collision Manager	$92,401
Expert Level Collision Manager	$94,888

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

District of Columbia: $99,559.
California: $99,181.
Massachusetts: $97,859.

District of Columbia $99,559 California $99,181 Massachusetts $97,859 Washington $97,500 New Jersey $97,464 Alaska $97,338 Connecticut $96,097 New York $95,593

Hawaii $93,984 Rhode Island $93,229 Maryland $92,716 Minnesota $92,015 Colorado $91,745 Illinois $91,655 Oregon $91,313 Delaware $91,061

New Hampshire $90,903 Virginia $90,549 Pennsylvania $89,515 Nevada $88,993 North Dakota $88,822 Michigan $88,553 Wisconsin $88,454 Vermont $88,256

Texas $87,707 Maine $87,672 Arizona $87,618 Ohio $87,555 Georgia $86,727 Indiana $86,314 Wyoming $86,233 Utah $86,107

Iowa $86,053 Kansas $85,621 Louisiana $85,495 North Carolina $85,451 Missouri $85,433 Florida $85,082 Montana $84,893 Nebraska $84,713

Kentucky $84,614 South Carolina $84,255 Tennessee $84,030 Idaho $83,940 New Mexico $83,283 Oklahoma $83,140 Alabama $82,609 South Dakota $81,719

Arkansas $81,233 West Virginia $80,973 Mississippi $80,190

Top Paying Cities for Collision 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: $90,651
Little Creek: $91,315
Magnolia: $91,184

Lincoln, DE $90,651 Little Creek, DE $91,315 Magnolia, DE $91,184 Milford, DE $90,882 Marydel, DE $91,031 Millsboro, DE $90,271 Millville, DE $90,410 Milton, DE $90,567

Nassau, DE $90,633 Ocean View, DE $90,395 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,569 Seaford, DE $90,620 Selbyville, DE $90,245 Smyrna, DE $91,378 Viola, DE $90,957 Woodside, DE $91,202

Bear, DE $90,991 Newark, DE $90,957 Claymont, DE $91,143 Delaware City, DE $91,048 Hockessin, DE $90,949 Kirkwood, DE $91,031 Middletown, DE $91,066 Montchanin, DE $90,970

New Castle, DE $90,983 Odessa, DE $91,111 Port Penn, DE $91,172 Rockland, DE $90,979 Saint Georges, DE $91,037 Townsend, DE $91,177 Winterthur, DE $90,990 Lewes, DE $90,602

Wilmington, DE $90,954 Dover, DE $91,315 Dover Afb, DE $90,834 Bethany Beach, DE $90,300 Bethel, DE $90,393 Bridgeville, DE $90,606 Camden Wyoming, DE $91,058 Cheswold, DE $91,285

Clayton, DE $91,288 Dagsboro, DE $90,237 Delmar, DE $90,092 Ellendale, DE $90,366 Felton, DE $90,874 Fenwick Island, DE $90,257 Frankford, DE $90,099 Frederica, DE $90,964

Georgetown, DE $90,203 Greenwood, DE $90,621 Harbeson, DE $90,299 Harrington, DE $90,759 Hartly, DE $91,042 Houston, DE $90,630 Kenton, DE $91,293 Laurel, DE $90,149

Yorklyn, DE $90,976

Collision Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Collision Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 69% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Collision Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Collision Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Collision Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$113,827	$55.0	25%
Financial Services	$111,095	$53.0	22%
Pharmaceuticals	$107,453	$52.0	18%
Internet	$105,631	$51.0	16%
Software & Networking	$102,899	$49.0	13%

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

Understanding how a Collision 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

$80,674

Average $91,061/year

$104,070

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Average $7,588/month

$8,673

$1,551

Average $1,751/week

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Average $44/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,070	$8,673	$2,001	$50
Average	$91,061	$7,588	$1,751	$44
25th Percentile	$80,674	$6,723	$1,551	$39

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