What are the main factors that influence an Administrative Office 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 Administrative Office Manager?

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

How does experience change An Administrative Office Manager's salary?

An Administrative Office Manager's salary grows with experience: an Office Services Professional IV (7+ years)earns $98,919, an Office Supervisor (7+ years)earns $73,738, an Administrative Office Manager (7+ years)earns $84,290, an Office Manager, Senior (7+ years)earns $97,000, an Administrative Manager (7+ years)earns $131,827,

What are the highest paying states for an Administrative Office Manager?

Administrative Office Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Administrative Office Manager roles are District of Columbia $91,573, California $91,225, Massachusetts $90,010. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Administrative Office Manager roles make?

Salaries for Administrative Office Manager level roles vary by specialization: Manager Office Administrative Resources: $134,784; Administrative Manager: $132,196; Administrative Office/Clerical Services Manager: $99,907; Administrative Medical Office Manager: $88,282; Office Manager: $84,526.

Administrative Office Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Administrative Office Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Office Manager in Delaware is $83,757 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $102,139
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,086 to $93,379
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,103

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Administrative Office Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,379	$7,782	$1,796	$45
Average	$83,757	$6,980	$1,611	$40
25th Percentile	$76,086	$6,341	$1,463	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Administrative Office Manager Salaries

An Administrative Office 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 Administrative Office Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Office 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): $98,919
Early Career (1-2 years): $73,738
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,290
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $97,000
Expert (over 8 years): $131,827

Levels	Salary
Office Se... Level Administrative Office Manager	$98,919
Office Su... Level Administrative Office Manager	$73,738
Administr... Level Administrative Office Manager	$84,290
Office Ma... Level Administrative Office Manager	$97,000
Administr... Level Administrative Office Manager	$131,827

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

District of Columbia: $91,573.
California: $91,225.
Massachusetts: $90,010.

District of Columbia $91,573 California $91,225 Massachusetts $90,010 Washington $89,679 New Jersey $89,646 Alaska $89,530 Connecticut $88,389 New York $87,925

Hawaii $86,445 Rhode Island $85,750 Maryland $85,279 Minnesota $84,634 Colorado $84,386 Illinois $84,303 Oregon $83,989 Delaware $83,757

New Hampshire $83,612 Virginia $83,286 Pennsylvania $82,335 Nevada $81,855 North Dakota $81,698 Michigan $81,450 Wisconsin $81,359 Vermont $81,177

Texas $80,672 Maine $80,639 Arizona $80,589 Ohio $80,532 Georgia $79,771 Indiana $79,390 Wyoming $79,316 Utah $79,200

Iowa $79,150 Kansas $78,753 Louisiana $78,638 North Carolina $78,596 Missouri $78,580 Florida $78,257 Montana $78,083 Nebraska $77,918

Kentucky $77,827 South Carolina $77,496 Tennessee $77,289 Idaho $77,207 New Mexico $76,603 Oklahoma $76,471 Alabama $75,983 South Dakota $75,164

Arkansas $74,717 West Virginia $74,477 Mississippi $73,758

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Office 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: $83,380
Little Creek: $83,990
Magnolia: $83,870

Lincoln, DE $83,380 Little Creek, DE $83,990 Magnolia, DE $83,870 Milford, DE $83,592 Marydel, DE $83,729 Millsboro, DE $83,030 Millville, DE $83,158 Milton, DE $83,302

Nassau, DE $83,363 Ocean View, DE $83,144 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,304 Seaford, DE $83,351 Selbyville, DE $83,006 Smyrna, DE $84,048 Viola, DE $83,661 Woodside, DE $83,886

Bear, DE $83,693 Newark, DE $83,661 Claymont, DE $83,832 Delaware City, DE $83,745 Hockessin, DE $83,654 Kirkwood, DE $83,729 Middletown, DE $83,761 Montchanin, DE $83,673

New Castle, DE $83,685 Odessa, DE $83,803 Port Penn, DE $83,859 Rockland, DE $83,681 Saint Georges, DE $83,735 Townsend, DE $83,864 Winterthur, DE $83,691 Lewes, DE $83,334

Wilmington, DE $83,658 Dover, DE $83,990 Dover Afb, DE $83,548 Bethany Beach, DE $83,057 Bethel, DE $83,143 Bridgeville, DE $83,339 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,754 Cheswold, DE $83,963

Clayton, DE $83,965 Dagsboro, DE $82,999 Delmar, DE $82,865 Ellendale, DE $83,117 Felton, DE $83,585 Fenwick Island, DE $83,017 Frankford, DE $82,872 Frederica, DE $83,668

Georgetown, DE $82,967 Greenwood, DE $83,352 Harbeson, DE $83,056 Harrington, DE $83,479 Hartly, DE $83,739 Houston, DE $83,360 Kenton, DE $83,970 Laurel, DE $82,918

Yorklyn, DE $83,679

Administrative Office Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Office Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Office Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Office Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Office Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$100,508	$48.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$98,833	$48.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$96,321	$46.0	15%
Chemicals	$92,133	$44.0	10%
Internet	$92,133	$44.0	10%

Administrative Office Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Office 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

$76,086

Average $83,757/year

$93,379

$6,341

Average $6,980/month

$7,782

$1,463

Average $1,611/week

$1,796

$37

Average $40/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$93,379	$7,782	$1,796	$45
Average	$83,757	$6,980	$1,611	$40
25th Percentile	$76,086	$6,341	$1,463	$37

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