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

The Media industry offers the highest average compensation for Department Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Department Manager's salary?

A Department Manager's salary grows with experience: a Department Manager (0-3 years)earns $47,583, a Retail Store Manager Assistant (3-5 years)earns $52,958, a Retail Store Manager (5+ years)earns $77,041,

What are the highest paying states for a Department Manager?

Department Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Department Manager roles are District of Columbia $52,267, California $52,069, Massachusetts $51,375. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Department Manager roles make?

Salaries for Department Manager level roles vary by specialization: IT Department Manager: $135,790; Operations Department Manager: $103,573; Department Manager Night: $99,682; Warehouse Department Manager: $93,731; Meat Department Manager: $60,300.

Department Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Department Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Department Manager in Delaware is $47,806 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,611
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,167 to $50,844
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,032

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Department Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,844	$4,237	$978	$24
Average	$47,806	$3,984	$919	$23
25th Percentile	$42,167	$3,514	$811	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Department Manager Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $52,267.
California: $52,069.
Massachusetts: $51,375.

District of Columbia $52,267 California $52,069 Massachusetts $51,375 Washington $51,186 New Jersey $51,167 Alaska $51,101 Connecticut $50,450 New York $50,185

Hawaii $49,340 Rhode Island $48,944 Maryland $48,675 Minnesota $48,306 Colorado $48,165 Illinois $48,118 Oregon $47,938 Delaware $47,806

New Hampshire $47,723 Virginia $47,537 Pennsylvania $46,994 Nevada $46,720 North Dakota $46,631 Michigan $46,489 Wisconsin $46,437 Vermont $46,333

Texas $46,045 Maine $46,026 Arizona $45,998 Ohio $45,965 Georgia $45,531 Indiana $45,314 Wyoming $45,271 Utah $45,205

Iowa $45,177 Kansas $44,950 Louisiana $44,884 North Carolina $44,860 Missouri $44,851 Florida $44,667 Montana $44,568 Nebraska $44,473

Kentucky $44,421 South Carolina $44,232 Tennessee $44,114 Idaho $44,067 New Mexico $43,723 Oklahoma $43,647 Alabama $43,369 South Dakota $42,901

Arkansas $42,646 West Virginia $42,509 Mississippi $42,099

Top Paying Cities for Department 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: $47,591
Little Creek: $47,939
Magnolia: $47,870

Lincoln, DE $47,591 Little Creek, DE $47,939 Magnolia, DE $47,870 Milford, DE $47,712 Marydel, DE $47,790 Millsboro, DE $47,391 Millville, DE $47,464 Milton, DE $47,546

Nassau, DE $47,581 Ocean View, DE $47,456 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,547 Seaford, DE $47,574 Selbyville, DE $47,377 Smyrna, DE $47,972 Viola, DE $47,751 Woodside, DE $47,880

Bear, DE $47,769 Newark, DE $47,751 Claymont, DE $47,849 Delaware City, DE $47,799 Hockessin, DE $47,747 Kirkwood, DE $47,790 Middletown, DE $47,808 Montchanin, DE $47,758

New Castle, DE $47,765 Odessa, DE $47,832 Port Penn, DE $47,864 Rockland, DE $47,763 Saint Georges, DE $47,793 Townsend, DE $47,867 Winterthur, DE $47,768 Lewes, DE $47,565

Wilmington, DE $47,749 Dover, DE $47,939 Dover Afb, DE $47,687 Bethany Beach, DE $47,406 Bethel, DE $47,455 Bridgeville, DE $47,567 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,804 Cheswold, DE $47,924

Clayton, DE $47,925 Dagsboro, DE $47,373 Delmar, DE $47,297 Ellendale, DE $47,441 Felton, DE $47,708 Fenwick Island, DE $47,384 Frankford, DE $47,301 Frederica, DE $47,755

Georgetown, DE $47,355 Greenwood, DE $47,575 Harbeson, DE $47,406 Harrington, DE $47,647 Hartly, DE $47,796 Houston, DE $47,579 Kenton, DE $47,927 Laurel, DE $47,327

Yorklyn, DE $47,761

Department Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Department Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Media, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Department Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Department Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Department Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Media	$57,367	$28.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Department 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

$42,167

Average $47,806/year

$50,844

$3,514

Average $3,984/month

$4,237

$811

Average $919/week

$978

$20

Average $23/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,844	$4,237	$978	$24
Average	$47,806	$3,984	$919	$23
25th Percentile	$42,167	$3,514	$811	$20

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