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

The Transportation industry offers the highest average compensation for Mill Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Mill Manager's salary?

A Mill Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $103,408 for beginners, reaching about $105,165 at mid-level, and approach $108,376 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Mill Manager?

Mill Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mill Manager roles are District of Columbia $117,264, California $116,819, Massachusetts $115,262. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mill Manager roles make?

Salaries for Mill Manager level roles vary by specialization: Feed Mill Manager: $138,446; Paper Mill Manager: $136,138; Mill Supervisor: $101,444; Mill Engineer: $82,735; Mill Maintenance: $61,477.

Mill Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mill Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mill Manager in Delaware is $107,255 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,391
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $98,541 to $113,608
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,607

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Mill Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,608	$9,467	$2,185	$55
Average	$107,255	$8,938	$2,063	$52
25th Percentile	$98,541	$8,212	$1,895	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Mill Manager Salaries

A Mill 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 Mill Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mill 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): $103,408
Early Career (1-2 years): $103,814
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,165
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,788
Expert (over 8 years): $108,376

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Mill Manager	$103,408
Intermediate Level Mill Manager	$103,814
Senior Level Mill Manager	$105,165
Specialist Level Mill Manager	$106,788
Expert Level Mill Manager	$108,376

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

District of Columbia: $117,264.
California: $116,819.
Massachusetts: $115,262.

District of Columbia $117,264 California $116,819 Massachusetts $115,262 Washington $114,838 New Jersey $114,796 Alaska $114,648 Connecticut $113,186 New York $112,593

Hawaii $110,697 Rhode Island $109,807 Maryland $109,204 Minnesota $108,378 Colorado $108,060 Illinois $107,954 Oregon $107,552 Delaware $107,255

New Hampshire $107,069 Virginia $106,651 Pennsylvania $105,433 Nevada $104,819 North Dakota $104,618 Michigan $104,300 Wisconsin $104,184 Vermont $103,951

Texas $103,305 Maine $103,262 Arizona $103,199 Ohio $103,125 Georgia $102,150 Indiana $101,663 Wyoming $101,568 Utah $101,419

Iowa $101,356 Kansas $100,848 Louisiana $100,699 North Carolina $100,646 Missouri $100,625 Florida $100,212 Montana $99,990 Nebraska $99,778

Kentucky $99,661 South Carolina $99,238 Tennessee $98,973 Idaho $98,867 New Mexico $98,094 Oklahoma $97,924 Alabama $97,300 South Dakota $96,251

Arkansas $95,679 West Virginia $95,372 Mississippi $94,451

Top Paying Cities for Mill 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: $106,772
Little Creek: $107,554
Magnolia: $107,399

Lincoln, DE $106,772 Little Creek, DE $107,554 Magnolia, DE $107,399 Milford, DE $107,043 Marydel, DE $107,219 Millsboro, DE $106,324 Millville, DE $106,488 Milton, DE $106,673

Nassau, DE $106,750 Ocean View, DE $106,470 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,675 Seaford, DE $106,735 Selbyville, DE $106,293 Smyrna, DE $107,628 Viola, DE $107,132 Woodside, DE $107,420

Bear, DE $107,172 Newark, DE $107,132 Claymont, DE $107,351 Delaware City, DE $107,239 Hockessin, DE $107,123 Kirkwood, DE $107,219 Middletown, DE $107,260 Montchanin, DE $107,147

New Castle, DE $107,163 Odessa, DE $107,313 Port Penn, DE $107,385 Rockland, DE $107,158 Saint Georges, DE $107,226 Townsend, DE $107,392 Winterthur, DE $107,170 Lewes, DE $106,714

Wilmington, DE $107,128 Dover, DE $107,554 Dover Afb, DE $106,987 Bethany Beach, DE $106,358 Bethel, DE $106,468 Bridgeville, DE $106,719 Camden Wyoming, DE $107,251 Cheswold, DE $107,519

Clayton, DE $107,522 Dagsboro, DE $106,284 Delmar, DE $106,113 Ellendale, DE $106,435 Felton, DE $107,035 Fenwick Island, DE $106,307 Frankford, DE $106,122 Frederica, DE $107,141

Georgetown, DE $106,244 Greenwood, DE $106,736 Harbeson, DE $106,357 Harrington, DE $106,899 Hartly, DE $107,232 Houston, DE $106,747 Kenton, DE $107,527 Laurel, DE $106,180

Yorklyn, DE $107,154

Mill Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mill Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Transportation and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Mill Manager positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Mill Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Mill Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Transportation	$150,157	$72.0	40%
Energy & Utilities	$139,432	$67.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$128,706	$62.0	20%
MFG Nondurable	$117,981	$57.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Mill 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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$98,541

Average $107,255/year

$113,608

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Average $8,938/month

$9,467

$1,895

Average $2,063/week

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$47

Average $52/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,608	$9,467	$2,185	$55
Average	$107,255	$8,938	$2,063	$52
25th Percentile	$98,541	$8,212	$1,895	$47

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