What are the main factors that influence an Architectural and Engineering 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 Architectural and Engineering Manager?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Architectural and Engineering Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An Architectural and Engineering Manager's salary?

An Architectural and Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Commercial Loan Officer V (7-10 years)earns $168,530, a Commercial Loan Manager (10+ years)earns $170,009, a Architectural and Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $206,002, a Commercial Loan Director (10+ years)earns $244,137, a Vice President of Commercial Lending (10+ years)earns $284,330,

What are the highest paying states for an Architectural and Engineering Manager?

Architectural and Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Architectural and Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $230,977, California $230,101, Massachusetts $227,035. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Architectural and Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Architectural and Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Architectural Team Manager: $177,600; Architectural Manager: $176,528; Architectural Designer/Project Manager: $143,002; Assistant Manager, Architectural Design: $141,869; Architectural Sales Manager: $128,955.

Architectural and Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Architectural and Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Architectural and Engineering Manager in Delaware is $211,263 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $102.

However, an Architectural and Engineering Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $259,511
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $194,317 to $236,518
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $178,888

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Architectural and Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$236,518	$19,710	$4,548	$114
Average	$211,263	$17,605	$4,063	$102
25th Percentile	$194,317	$16,193	$3,737	$93

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Key Factors That Influence Architectural and Engineering Manager Salaries

An Architectural and Engineering 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 Architectural and Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Architectural and Engineering 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): $168,530
Early Career (1-2 years): $170,009
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $206,002
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $244,137
Expert (over 8 years): $284,330

Levels	Salary
Commercia... Level Architectural and Engineering Manager	$168,530
Commercia... Level Architectural and Engineering Manager	$170,009
Architect... Level Architectural and Engineering Manager	$206,002
Commercia... Level Architectural and Engineering Manager	$244,137
Vice Pres... Level Architectural and Engineering Manager	$284,330

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

District of Columbia: $230,977.
California: $230,101.
Massachusetts: $227,035.

District of Columbia $230,977 California $230,101 Massachusetts $227,035 Washington $226,200 New Jersey $226,117 Alaska $225,825 Connecticut $222,946 New York $221,778

Hawaii $218,043 Rhode Island $216,291 Maryland $215,102 Minnesota $213,475 Colorado $212,849 Illinois $212,640 Oregon $211,848 Delaware $211,263

New Hampshire $210,896 Virginia $210,074 Pennsylvania $207,675 Nevada $206,465 North Dakota $206,069 Michigan $205,443 Wisconsin $205,214 Vermont $204,755

Texas $203,482 Maine $203,399 Arizona $203,273 Ohio $203,127 Georgia $201,208 Indiana $200,249 Wyoming $200,061 Utah $199,769

Iowa $199,644 Kansas $198,642 Louisiana $198,350 North Carolina $198,246 Missouri $198,204 Florida $197,391 Montana $196,952 Nebraska $196,535

Kentucky $196,306 South Carolina $195,471 Tennessee $194,950 Idaho $194,741 New Mexico $193,218 Oklahoma $192,885 Alabama $191,654 South Dakota $189,588

Arkansas $188,462 West Virginia $187,857 Mississippi $186,042

Top Paying Cities for Architectural and Engineering 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: $210,312
Little Creek: $211,852
Magnolia: $211,547

Lincoln, DE $210,312 Little Creek, DE $211,852 Magnolia, DE $211,547 Milford, DE $210,846 Marydel, DE $211,192 Millsboro, DE $209,430 Millville, DE $209,753 Milton, DE $210,116

Nassau, DE $210,268 Ocean View, DE $209,718 Rehoboth Beach, DE $210,120 Seaford, DE $210,239 Selbyville, DE $209,369 Smyrna, DE $211,998 Viola, DE $211,021 Woodside, DE $211,589

Bear, DE $211,101 Newark, DE $211,021 Claymont, DE $211,453 Delaware City, DE $211,232 Hockessin, DE $211,003 Kirkwood, DE $211,192 Middletown, DE $211,274 Montchanin, DE $211,051

New Castle, DE $211,082 Odessa, DE $211,378 Port Penn, DE $211,520 Rockland, DE $211,071 Saint Georges, DE $211,207 Townsend, DE $211,533 Winterthur, DE $211,097 Lewes, DE $210,197

Wilmington, DE $211,013 Dover, DE $211,852 Dover Afb, DE $210,736 Bethany Beach, DE $209,496 Bethel, DE $209,713 Bridgeville, DE $210,208 Camden Wyoming, DE $211,255 Cheswold, DE $211,783

Clayton, DE $211,789 Dagsboro, DE $209,350 Delmar, DE $209,015 Ellendale, DE $209,649 Felton, DE $210,829 Fenwick Island, DE $209,396 Frankford, DE $209,031 Frederica, DE $211,038

Georgetown, DE $209,271 Greenwood, DE $210,241 Harbeson, DE $209,494 Harrington, DE $210,562 Hartly, DE $211,218 Houston, DE $210,262 Kenton, DE $211,800 Laurel, DE $209,146

Yorklyn, DE $211,065

Architectural and Engineering Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Architectural and Engineering Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Architectural and Engineering Manager positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Architectural and Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Architectural and Engineering Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$316,895	$152.0	50%
Business Services	$253,516	$122.0	20%

Architectural and Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Architectural and Engineering 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

$194,317

Average $211,263/year

$236,518

$16,193

Average $17,605/month

$19,710

$3,737

Average $4,063/week

$4,548

$93

Average $102/hour

$114

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$236,518	$19,710	$4,548	$114
Average	$211,263	$17,605	$4,063	$102
25th Percentile	$194,317	$16,193	$3,737	$93

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