What are the main factors that influence a Configuration Management Specialist'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 Configuration Management Specialist?

The MFG Nondurable industry offers the highest average compensation for Configuration Management Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Configuration Management Specialist's salary?

A Configuration Management Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Configuration Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $71,209, a Configuration Management Specialist (2-4 years)earns $85,768, a Configuration Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $99,884, a Configuration Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $117,819, a Configuration Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $139,185,

What are the highest paying states for a Configuration Management Specialist?

Configuration Management Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Configuration Management Specialist roles are District of Columbia $94,280, California $93,923, Massachusetts $92,671. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Configuration Management Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Configuration Management Specialist level roles vary by specialization: IT Configuration Management Specialist V: $146,880; Configuration Specialist V: $137,553; IT Configuration Management Specialist IV: $128,760; Analyst, Specialist - Configuration: $116,500; Configuration Specialist IV: $116,443.

Configuration Management Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Configuration Management Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Configuration Management Specialist in Delaware is $86,233 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

However, a Configuration Management Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $98,317
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,882 to $92,558
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,099

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Configuration Management Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,558	$7,713	$1,780	$44
Average	$86,233	$7,186	$1,658	$41
25th Percentile	$79,882	$6,657	$1,536	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Configuration Management Specialist Salaries

A Configuration Management Specialist'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 Configuration Management Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Configuration Management Specialist'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): $71,209
Early Career (1-2 years): $85,768
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $99,884
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,819
Expert (over 8 years): $139,185

Levels	Salary
Configura... Level Configuration Management Specialist	$71,209
Configura... Level Configuration Management Specialist	$85,768
Configura... Level Configuration Management Specialist	$99,884
Configura... Level Configuration Management Specialist	$117,819
Configura... Level Configuration Management Specialist	$139,185

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How Do Configuration Management Specialist 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 Configuration Management Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $94,280.
California: $93,923.
Massachusetts: $92,671.

District of Columbia $94,280 California $93,923 Massachusetts $92,671 Washington $92,330 New Jersey $92,296 Alaska $92,177 Connecticut $91,002 New York $90,525

Hawaii $89,001 Rhode Island $88,285 Maryland $87,800 Minnesota $87,136 Colorado $86,880 Illinois $86,795 Oregon $86,472 Delaware $86,233

New Hampshire $86,083 Virginia $85,748 Pennsylvania $84,769 Nevada $84,275 North Dakota $84,113 Michigan $83,858 Wisconsin $83,764 Vermont $83,577

Texas $83,057 Maine $83,023 Arizona $82,972 Ohio $82,912 Georgia $82,129 Indiana $81,737 Wyoming $81,661 Utah $81,541

Iowa $81,490 Kansas $81,082 Louisiana $80,962 North Carolina $80,920 Missouri $80,903 Florida $80,571 Montana $80,392 Nebraska $80,222

Kentucky $80,128 South Carolina $79,787 Tennessee $79,574 Idaho $79,489 New Mexico $78,868 Oklahoma $78,731 Alabama $78,229 South Dakota $77,386

Arkansas $76,926 West Virginia $76,679 Mississippi $75,938

Top Paying Cities for Configuration Management Specialists

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: $85,845
Little Creek: $86,473
Magnolia: $86,349

Lincoln, DE $85,845 Little Creek, DE $86,473 Magnolia, DE $86,349 Milford, DE $86,063 Marydel, DE $86,204 Millsboro, DE $85,485 Millville, DE $85,617 Milton, DE $85,765

Nassau, DE $85,827 Ocean View, DE $85,602 Rehoboth Beach, DE $85,767 Seaford, DE $85,815 Selbyville, DE $85,460 Smyrna, DE $86,533 Viola, DE $86,135 Woodside, DE $86,366

Bear, DE $86,167 Newark, DE $86,135 Claymont, DE $86,311 Delaware City, DE $86,221 Hockessin, DE $86,127 Kirkwood, DE $86,204 Middletown, DE $86,238 Montchanin, DE $86,146

New Castle, DE $86,159 Odessa, DE $86,280 Port Penn, DE $86,338 Rockland, DE $86,155 Saint Georges, DE $86,210 Townsend, DE $86,343 Winterthur, DE $86,165 Lewes, DE $85,798

Wilmington, DE $86,131 Dover, DE $86,473 Dover Afb, DE $86,018 Bethany Beach, DE $85,512 Bethel, DE $85,601 Bridgeville, DE $85,802 Camden Wyoming, DE $86,230 Cheswold, DE $86,445

Clayton, DE $86,448 Dagsboro, DE $85,452 Delmar, DE $85,315 Ellendale, DE $85,574 Felton, DE $86,056 Fenwick Island, DE $85,471 Frankford, DE $85,322 Frederica, DE $86,141

Georgetown, DE $85,420 Greenwood, DE $85,816 Harbeson, DE $85,511 Harrington, DE $85,947 Hartly, DE $86,215 Houston, DE $85,825 Kenton, DE $86,452 Laurel, DE $85,369

Yorklyn, DE $86,152

Configuration Management Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Configuration Management Specialist 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 MFG Nondurable and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Configuration Management Specialist positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Configuration Management Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Configuration Management Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable	$112,103	$54.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$103,480	$50.0	20%
Construction	$94,857	$46.0	10%
Software & Networking	$94,857	$46.0	10%

Configuration Management Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Configuration Management Specialist'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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$79,882

Average $86,233/year

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$6,657

Average $7,186/month

$7,713

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Average $1,658/week

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Average $41/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,558	$7,713	$1,780	$44
Average	$86,233	$7,186	$1,658	$41
25th Percentile	$79,882	$6,657	$1,536	$38

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