What are the main factors that influence a Department Head'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 Department Head?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Department Head roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Department Head's salary?

A Department Head's salary grows with experience: a Banking Operations Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $55,506, a Banking Operations Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $66,349, a Department Head (7+ years)earns $64,867, a Banking Operations Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $74,191, a Banking Operations Manager (7+ years)earns $86,129,

What are the highest paying states for a Department Head?

Department Head salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Department Head roles are District of Columbia $71,425, California $71,154, Massachusetts $70,205. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Department Head roles make?

Salaries for Department Head level roles vary by specialization: Architect Department Head: $177,590; Retail Department Head: $176,955; Deputy Head of Department: $66,220; Academic Department Head (Administrative): $60,692; ADMIN CPO/DEPARTMENT HEAD: $60,225.

Department Head Salary in Delaware

How much does a Department Head make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Department Head in Delaware is $65,329 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,311
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,158 to $71,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,629

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Department Head Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,600	$5,967	$1,377	$34
Average	$65,329	$5,444	$1,256	$31
25th Percentile	$58,158	$4,846	$1,118	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Department Head Salaries

A Department Head'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 Department Head Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Department Head'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): $55,506
Early Career (1-2 years): $66,349
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,867
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,191
Expert (over 8 years): $86,129

Levels	Salary
Banking O... Level Department Head	$55,506
Banking O... Level Department Head	$66,349
Departmen... Level Department Head	$64,867
Banking O... Level Department Head	$74,191
Banking O... Level Department Head	$86,129

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How Do Department Head 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 Department Heads. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $71,425.
California: $71,154.
Massachusetts: $70,205.

District of Columbia $71,425 California $71,154 Massachusetts $70,205 Washington $69,947 New Jersey $69,922 Alaska $69,831 Connecticut $68,941 New York $68,580

Hawaii $67,425 Rhode Island $66,883 Maryland $66,516 Minnesota $66,012 Colorado $65,819 Illinois $65,754 Oregon $65,509 Delaware $65,329

New Hampshire $65,215 Virginia $64,961 Pennsylvania $64,219 Nevada $63,845 North Dakota $63,722 Michigan $63,529 Wisconsin $63,458 Vermont $63,316

Texas $62,922 Maine $62,897 Arizona $62,858 Ohio $62,813 Georgia $62,219 Indiana $61,922 Wyoming $61,864 Utah $61,774

Iowa $61,735 Kansas $61,426 Louisiana $61,335 North Carolina $61,303 Missouri $61,290 Florida $61,039 Montana $60,903 Nebraska $60,774

Kentucky $60,703 South Carolina $60,445 Tennessee $60,284 Idaho $60,219 New Mexico $59,749 Oklahoma $59,645 Alabama $59,265 South Dakota $58,626

Arkansas $58,278 West Virginia $58,091 Mississippi $57,529

Top Paying Cities for Department Heads

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: $65,034
Little Creek: $65,510
Magnolia: $65,416

Lincoln, DE $65,034 Little Creek, DE $65,510 Magnolia, DE $65,416 Milford, DE $65,200 Marydel, DE $65,307 Millsboro, DE $64,762 Millville, DE $64,862 Milton, DE $64,974

Nassau, DE $65,021 Ocean View, DE $64,851 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,975 Seaford, DE $65,012 Selbyville, DE $64,743 Smyrna, DE $65,556 Viola, DE $65,254 Woodside, DE $65,429

Bear, DE $65,278 Newark, DE $65,254 Claymont, DE $65,387 Delaware City, DE $65,319 Hockessin, DE $65,248 Kirkwood, DE $65,307 Middletown, DE $65,332 Montchanin, DE $65,263

New Castle, DE $65,272 Odessa, DE $65,364 Port Penn, DE $65,408 Rockland, DE $65,269 Saint Georges, DE $65,311 Townsend, DE $65,412 Winterthur, DE $65,277 Lewes, DE $64,999

Wilmington, DE $65,251 Dover, DE $65,510 Dover Afb, DE $65,165 Bethany Beach, DE $64,782 Bethel, DE $64,849 Bridgeville, DE $65,002 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,326 Cheswold, DE $65,489

Clayton, DE $65,491 Dagsboro, DE $64,737 Delmar, DE $64,633 Ellendale, DE $64,829 Felton, DE $65,194 Fenwick Island, DE $64,751 Frankford, DE $64,638 Frederica, DE $65,259

Georgetown, DE $64,713 Greenwood, DE $65,012 Harbeson, DE $64,782 Harrington, DE $65,112 Hartly, DE $65,314 Houston, DE $65,019 Kenton, DE $65,494 Laurel, DE $64,674

Yorklyn, DE $65,267

Department Head Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Department Head 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 Financial Services and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Department Head positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Department Head as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Department Head

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$91,460	$44.0	40%
Insurance	$78,394	$38.0	20%

Department Head Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Department Head'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

$58,158

Average $65,329/year

$71,600

$4,846

Average $5,444/month

$5,967

$1,118

Average $1,256/week

$1,377

$28

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,600	$5,967	$1,377	$34
Average	$65,329	$5,444	$1,256	$31
25th Percentile	$58,158	$4,846	$1,118	$28

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