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

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

How does experience change A Dept Manager's salary?

A Dept Manager's salary grows with experience: a Dept Manager (0-3 years)earns $49,637, a Retail Store Manager Assistant (3-5 years)earns $55,241, a Retail Store Manager (5+ years)earns $80,364,

What are the highest paying states for a Dept Manager?

Dept Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Dept Manager roles are District of Columbia $54,524, California $54,317, Massachusetts $53,594. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Dept Manager roles make?

Salaries for Dept Manager level roles vary by specialization: RN Emergency Dept: $87,320; Registered Nurse Emergency Dept: $86,869; Store Manager Optical Dept: $79,053; Operations Dept Supervisor: $66,285; Home Shopping Dept Manage: $49,753.

Dept Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Dept Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dept Manager in Delaware is $49,871 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,942
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,999 to $53,048
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,652

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Dept Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,048	$4,421	$1,020	$26
Average	$49,871	$4,156	$959	$24
25th Percentile	$43,999	$3,667	$846	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Dept Manager Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $54,524.
California: $54,317.
Massachusetts: $53,594.

District of Columbia $54,524 California $54,317 Massachusetts $53,594 Washington $53,397 New Jersey $53,377 Alaska $53,308 Connecticut $52,628 New York $52,353

Hawaii $51,471 Rhode Island $51,057 Maryland $50,777 Minnesota $50,393 Colorado $50,245 Illinois $50,196 Oregon $50,009 Delaware $49,871

New Hampshire $49,784 Virginia $49,590 Pennsylvania $49,024 Nevada $48,738 North Dakota $48,644 Michigan $48,497 Wisconsin $48,443 Vermont $48,334

Texas $48,034 Maine $48,014 Arizona $47,985 Ohio $47,950 Georgia $47,497 Indiana $47,270 Wyoming $47,226 Utah $47,157

Iowa $47,128 Kansas $46,891 Louisiana $46,822 North Carolina $46,798 Missouri $46,788 Florida $46,596 Montana $46,492 Nebraska $46,394

Kentucky $46,340 South Carolina $46,143 Tennessee $46,020 Idaho $45,970 New Mexico $45,611 Oklahoma $45,532 Alabama $45,242 South Dakota $44,754

Arkansas $44,488 West Virginia $44,345 Mississippi $43,917

Top Paying Cities for Dept 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: $49,646
Little Creek: $50,009
Magnolia: $49,938

Lincoln, DE $49,646 Little Creek, DE $50,009 Magnolia, DE $49,938 Milford, DE $49,772 Marydel, DE $49,854 Millsboro, DE $49,438 Millville, DE $49,514 Milton, DE $49,600

Nassau, DE $49,636 Ocean View, DE $49,506 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,601 Seaford, DE $49,629 Selbyville, DE $49,423 Smyrna, DE $50,044 Viola, DE $49,813 Woodside, DE $49,947

Bear, DE $49,832 Newark, DE $49,813 Claymont, DE $49,915 Delaware City, DE $49,863 Hockessin, DE $49,809 Kirkwood, DE $49,854 Middletown, DE $49,873 Montchanin, DE $49,820

New Castle, DE $49,828 Odessa, DE $49,898 Port Penn, DE $49,931 Rockland, DE $49,825 Saint Georges, DE $49,857 Townsend, DE $49,934 Winterthur, DE $49,831 Lewes, DE $49,619

Wilmington, DE $49,812 Dover, DE $50,009 Dover Afb, DE $49,746 Bethany Beach, DE $49,454 Bethel, DE $49,505 Bridgeville, DE $49,621 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,869 Cheswold, DE $49,993

Clayton, DE $49,995 Dagsboro, DE $49,419 Delmar, DE $49,340 Ellendale, DE $49,489 Felton, DE $49,768 Fenwick Island, DE $49,430 Frankford, DE $49,344 Frederica, DE $49,817

Georgetown, DE $49,400 Greenwood, DE $49,629 Harbeson, DE $49,453 Harrington, DE $49,705 Hartly, DE $49,860 Houston, DE $49,634 Kenton, DE $49,997 Laurel, DE $49,371

Yorklyn, DE $49,824

Dept Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Dept 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, Dept Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Dept Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Dept Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Media	$59,845	$29.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Dept 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 July 01, 2026

$43,999

Average $49,871/year

$53,048

$3,667

Average $4,156/month

$4,421

$846

Average $959/week

$1,020

$21

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,048	$4,421	$1,020	$26
Average	$49,871	$4,156	$959	$24
25th Percentile	$43,999	$3,667	$846	$21

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