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

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

How does experience change A Factory Manager's salary?

A Factory Manager's salary grows with experience: a Factory Manager (0-5 years)earns $139,151, a Manufacturing Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $159,868, a Manufacturing Director (5+ years)earns $197,601, a VP of Manufacturing (5+ years)earns $236,339, an SVP of Manufacturing (5+ years)earns $282,652,

What are the highest paying states for a Factory Manager?

Factory Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Factory Manager roles are District of Columbia $153,317, California $152,736, Massachusetts $150,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Factory Manager roles make?

Salaries for Factory Manager level roles vary by specialization: Focus Factory Manager: $136,547; Factory Production Manager: $106,766; Factory/Plant Maintenance Supervisor: $83,800; Factory/Plant Maintenance Worker IV: $76,583; Factory Operations Manager: $70,475.

Factory Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Factory Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Factory Manager in Delaware is $140,232 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $168,302
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,664 to $154,925
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $116,222

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Factory Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,925	$12,910	$2,979	$74
Average	$140,232	$11,686	$2,697	$67
25th Percentile	$127,664	$10,639	$2,455	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Factory Manager Salaries

A Factory 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 Factory Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Factory 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): $139,151
Early Career (1-2 years): $159,868
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $197,601
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $236,339
Expert (over 8 years): $282,652

Levels	Salary
Factory M... Level Factory Manager	$139,151
Manufactu... Level Factory Manager	$159,868
Manufactu... Level Factory Manager	$197,601
VP of Man... Level Factory Manager	$236,339
SVP of Ma... Level Factory Manager	$282,652

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

District of Columbia: $153,317.
California: $152,736.
Massachusetts: $150,700.

District of Columbia $153,317 California $152,736 Massachusetts $150,700 Washington $150,146 New Jersey $150,091 Alaska $149,897 Connecticut $147,986 New York $147,211

Hawaii $144,732 Rhode Island $143,569 Maryland $142,780 Minnesota $141,699 Colorado $141,284 Illinois $141,146 Oregon $140,619 Delaware $140,232

New Hampshire $139,988 Virginia $139,442 Pennsylvania $137,850 Nevada $137,047 North Dakota $136,784 Michigan $136,368 Wisconsin $136,216 Vermont $135,911

Texas $135,067 Maine $135,011 Arizona $134,928 Ohio $134,831 Georgia $133,557 Indiana $132,920 Wyoming $132,796 Utah $132,602

Iowa $132,519 Kansas $131,854 Louisiana $131,660 North Carolina $131,591 Missouri $131,563 Florida $131,023 Montana $130,732 Nebraska $130,455

Kentucky $130,303 South Carolina $129,749 Tennessee $129,403 Idaho $129,265 New Mexico $128,254 Oklahoma $128,032 Alabama $127,215 South Dakota $125,844

Arkansas $125,097 West Virginia $124,695 Mississippi $123,490

Top Paying Cities for Factory 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: $139,600
Little Creek: $140,622
Magnolia: $140,420

Lincoln, DE $139,600 Little Creek, DE $140,622 Magnolia, DE $140,420 Milford, DE $139,955 Marydel, DE $140,185 Millsboro, DE $139,014 Millville, DE $139,229 Milton, DE $139,470

Nassau, DE $139,571 Ocean View, DE $139,206 Rehoboth Beach, DE $139,473 Seaford, DE $139,552 Selbyville, DE $138,974 Smyrna, DE $140,719 Viola, DE $140,071 Woodside, DE $140,448

Bear, DE $140,124 Newark, DE $140,071 Claymont, DE $140,358 Delaware City, DE $140,211 Hockessin, DE $140,059 Kirkwood, DE $140,185 Middletown, DE $140,239 Montchanin, DE $140,090

New Castle, DE $140,111 Odessa, DE $140,308 Port Penn, DE $140,402 Rockland, DE $140,104 Saint Georges, DE $140,194 Townsend, DE $140,410 Winterthur, DE $140,121 Lewes, DE $139,524

Wilmington, DE $140,065 Dover, DE $140,622 Dover Afb, DE $139,881 Bethany Beach, DE $139,059 Bethel, DE $139,203 Bridgeville, DE $139,531 Camden Wyoming, DE $140,226 Cheswold, DE $140,576

Clayton, DE $140,581 Dagsboro, DE $138,962 Delmar, DE $138,739 Ellendale, DE $139,160 Felton, DE $139,944 Fenwick Island, DE $138,992 Frankford, DE $138,750 Frederica, DE $140,082

Georgetown, DE $138,909 Greenwood, DE $139,553 Harbeson, DE $139,057 Harrington, DE $139,766 Hartly, DE $140,201 Houston, DE $139,567 Kenton, DE $140,587 Laurel, DE $138,826

Yorklyn, DE $140,100

Factory Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Factory Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Factory Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Factory Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Factory Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$175,290	$84.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$168,278	$81.0	20%
Telecom	$161,266	$78.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$154,255	$74.0	10%
Healthcare	$154,255	$74.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Factory 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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$127,664

Average $140,232/year

$154,925

$10,639

Average $11,686/month

$12,910

$2,455

Average $2,697/week

$2,979

$61

Average $67/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,925	$12,910	$2,979	$74
Average	$140,232	$11,686	$2,697	$67
25th Percentile	$127,664	$10,639	$2,455	$61

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