What are the main factors that influence a Sample Management Specialist'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 Sample Management Specialist?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Sample Management Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 18% above the market median.

How does experience change A Sample Management Specialist's salary?

A Sample Management Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Quality Control Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $66,595, a Quality Control Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $82,913, a Sample Management Specialist (4-7 years)earns $101,203, a Quality Control Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $128,175, a Quality Control Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $138,230,

What are the highest paying states for a Sample Management Specialist?

Sample Management Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sample Management Specialist roles are District of Columbia $111,561, California $111,138, Massachusetts $109,657. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sample Management Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Sample Management Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Management Specialist: $76,859; Sample Technician: $69,238; Sample Coordinator: $64,870; Sample Builder, Sr.: $63,900; Sample Maker, Sr.: $63,838.

Sample Management Specialist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sample Management Specialist make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sample Management Specialist in Delaware is $102,040 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

However, a Sample Management Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $123,778
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,307 to $113,418
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,624

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Sample Management Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,418	$9,452	$2,181	$55
Average	$102,040	$8,503	$1,962	$49
25th Percentile	$90,307	$7,526	$1,737	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Sample Management Specialist Salaries

A Sample Management Specialist'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 Sample Management Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sample Management Specialist'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): $66,595
Early Career (1-2 years): $82,913
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,203
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,175
Expert (over 8 years): $138,230

Levels	Salary
Quality C... Level Sample Management Specialist	$66,595
Quality C... Level Sample Management Specialist	$82,913
Sample Ma... Level Sample Management Specialist	$101,203
Quality C... Level Sample Management Specialist	$128,175
Quality C... Level Sample Management Specialist	$138,230

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How Do Sample Management Specialist 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 Sample Management Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $111,561.
California: $111,138.
Massachusetts: $109,657.

District of Columbia $111,561 California $111,138 Massachusetts $109,657 Washington $109,254 New Jersey $109,214 Alaska $109,073 Connecticut $107,682 New York $107,118

Hawaii $105,314 Rhode Island $104,468 Maryland $103,894 Minnesota $103,108 Colorado $102,805 Illinois $102,705 Oregon $102,322 Delaware $102,040

New Hampshire $101,862 Virginia $101,465 Pennsylvania $100,307 Nevada $99,722 North Dakota $99,531 Michigan $99,228 Wisconsin $99,118 Vermont $98,896

Texas $98,281 Maine $98,241 Arizona $98,181 Ohio $98,110 Georgia $97,183 Indiana $96,720 Wyoming $96,629 Utah $96,488

Iowa $96,427 Kansas $95,944 Louisiana $95,803 North Carolina $95,752 Missouri $95,732 Florida $95,339 Montana $95,128 Nebraska $94,926

Kentucky $94,815 South Carolina $94,412 Tennessee $94,160 Idaho $94,059 New Mexico $93,324 Oklahoma $93,163 Alabama $92,568 South Dakota $91,571

Arkansas $91,027 West Virginia $90,734 Mississippi $89,858

Top Paying Cities for Sample Management Specialists

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: $101,580
Little Creek: $102,324
Magnolia: $102,177

Lincoln, DE $101,580 Little Creek, DE $102,324 Magnolia, DE $102,177 Milford, DE $101,838 Marydel, DE $102,005 Millsboro, DE $101,154 Millville, DE $101,310 Milton, DE $101,485

Nassau, DE $101,559 Ocean View, DE $101,293 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,487 Seaford, DE $101,545 Selbyville, DE $101,125 Smyrna, DE $102,394 Viola, DE $101,923 Woodside, DE $102,197

Bear, DE $101,961 Newark, DE $101,923 Claymont, DE $102,131 Delaware City, DE $102,025 Hockessin, DE $101,914 Kirkwood, DE $102,005 Middletown, DE $102,045 Montchanin, DE $101,937

New Castle, DE $101,952 Odessa, DE $102,095 Port Penn, DE $102,164 Rockland, DE $101,947 Saint Georges, DE $102,012 Townsend, DE $102,170 Winterthur, DE $101,959 Lewes, DE $101,525

Wilmington, DE $101,919 Dover, DE $102,324 Dover Afb, DE $101,785 Bethany Beach, DE $101,186 Bethel, DE $101,291 Bridgeville, DE $101,530 Camden Wyoming, DE $102,036 Cheswold, DE $102,291

Clayton, DE $102,294 Dagsboro, DE $101,116 Delmar, DE $100,953 Ellendale, DE $101,260 Felton, DE $101,830 Fenwick Island, DE $101,138 Frankford, DE $100,962 Frederica, DE $101,931

Georgetown, DE $101,077 Greenwood, DE $101,546 Harbeson, DE $101,185 Harrington, DE $101,701 Hartly, DE $102,017 Houston, DE $101,556 Kenton, DE $102,299 Laurel, DE $101,017

Yorklyn, DE $101,944

Sample Management Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sample Management Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 33% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Transportation sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Sample Management Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Sample Management Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Sample Management Specialist

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$120,407	$58.0	18%
Transportation	$120,407	$58.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$117,346	$56.0	15%
Insurance	$112,244	$54.0	10%
Biotechnology	$110,203	$53.0	8%

Sample Management Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sample Management Specialist'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

$90,307

Average $102,040/year

$113,418

$7,526

Average $8,503/month

$9,452

$1,737

Average $1,962/week

$2,181

$43

Average $49/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$113,418	$9,452	$2,181	$55
Average	$102,040	$8,503	$1,962	$49
25th Percentile	$90,307	$7,526	$1,737	$43

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