What are the main factors that influence a Lab Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Lab Manager's salary?

A Lab Manager's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Supervisor (4+ years)earns $84,745, a Laboratory Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $100,005, a Lab Manager (5+ years)earns $121,942, a Laboratory Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $148,012, a Laboratory Director (5+ years)earns $173,488,

What are the highest paying states for a Lab Manager?

Lab Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lab Manager roles are District of Columbia $134,270, California $133,761, Massachusetts $131,978. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lab Manager roles make?

Salaries for Lab Manager level roles vary by specialization: Biology Lab Manager: $121,683; Chemistry Lab Manager: $121,306; Lab Operations Manager: $120,703; Clinical Lab Manager: $120,686; Calibration Lab Manager: $120,352.

Lab Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lab Manager make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lab Manager in Delaware is $122,810 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $145,373
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $109,804 to $134,620
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,963

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Lab Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,620	$11,218	$2,589	$65
Average	$122,810	$10,234	$2,362	$59
25th Percentile	$109,804	$9,150	$2,112	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Lab Manager Salaries

A Lab 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 Lab Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lab 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): $84,745
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,005
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,942
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,012
Expert (over 8 years): $173,488

Levels	Salary
Laborator... Level Lab Manager	$84,745
Laborator... Level Lab Manager	$100,005
Lab Manag... Level Lab Manager	$121,942
Laborator... Level Lab Manager	$148,012
Laborator... Level Lab Manager	$173,488

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

District of Columbia: $134,270.
California: $133,761.
Massachusetts: $131,978.

District of Columbia $134,270 California $133,761 Massachusetts $131,978 Washington $131,493 New Jersey $131,445 Alaska $131,275 Connecticut $129,601 New York $128,922

Hawaii $126,751 Rhode Island $125,733 Maryland $125,041 Minnesota $124,096 Colorado $123,732 Illinois $123,611 Oregon $123,150 Delaware $122,810

New Hampshire $122,597 Virginia $122,119 Pennsylvania $120,724 Nevada $120,021 North Dakota $119,791 Michigan $119,427 Wisconsin $119,293 Vermont $119,027

Texas $118,287 Maine $118,238 Arizona $118,165 Ohio $118,081 Georgia $116,965 Indiana $116,407 Wyoming $116,298 Utah $116,128

Iowa $116,055 Kansas $115,473 Louisiana $115,304 North Carolina $115,243 Missouri $115,219 Florida $114,746 Montana $114,491 Nebraska $114,248

Kentucky $114,115 South Carolina $113,630 Tennessee $113,327 Idaho $113,206 New Mexico $112,320 Oklahoma $112,126 Alabama $111,411 South Dakota $110,210

Arkansas $109,555 West Virginia $109,204 Mississippi $108,149

Top Paying Cities for Lab 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: $122,257
Little Creek: $123,152
Magnolia: $122,975

Lincoln, DE $122,257 Little Creek, DE $123,152 Magnolia, DE $122,975 Milford, DE $122,568 Marydel, DE $122,769 Millsboro, DE $121,744 Millville, DE $121,932 Milton, DE $122,143

Nassau, DE $122,232 Ocean View, DE $121,912 Rehoboth Beach, DE $122,146 Seaford, DE $122,215 Selbyville, DE $121,709 Smyrna, DE $123,237 Viola, DE $122,669 Woodside, DE $122,999

Bear, DE $122,716 Newark, DE $122,669 Claymont, DE $122,920 Delaware City, DE $122,792 Hockessin, DE $122,659 Kirkwood, DE $122,769 Middletown, DE $122,816 Montchanin, DE $122,686

New Castle, DE $122,705 Odessa, DE $122,877 Port Penn, DE $122,959 Rockland, DE $122,699 Saint Georges, DE $122,777 Townsend, DE $122,967 Winterthur, DE $122,713 Lewes, DE $122,190

Wilmington, DE $122,665 Dover, DE $123,152 Dover Afb, DE $122,503 Bethany Beach, DE $121,783 Bethel, DE $121,909 Bridgeville, DE $122,197 Camden Wyoming, DE $122,805 Cheswold, DE $123,112

Clayton, DE $123,116 Dagsboro, DE $121,698 Delmar, DE $121,503 Ellendale, DE $121,871 Felton, DE $122,558 Fenwick Island, DE $121,725 Frankford, DE $121,513 Frederica, DE $122,679

Georgetown, DE $121,652 Greenwood, DE $122,216 Harbeson, DE $121,782 Harrington, DE $122,403 Hartly, DE $122,783 Houston, DE $122,228 Kenton, DE $123,122 Laurel, DE $121,579

Yorklyn, DE $122,695

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

Understanding how a Lab 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 June 01, 2026

$109,804

Average $122,810/year

$134,620

$9,150

Average $10,234/month

$11,218

$2,112

Average $2,362/week

$2,589

$53

Average $59/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,620	$11,218	$2,589	$65
Average	$122,810	$10,234	$2,362	$59
25th Percentile	$109,804	$9,150	$2,112	$53

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