What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Department 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 Assistant Department Manager?

The MFG Nondurable industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Department Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Department Manager's salary?

An Assistant Department Manager's salary grows with experience: a Food & Beverage Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $41,680, a Assistant Department Manager (3-5 years)earns $93,472, a Food & Beverage Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $116,745,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Department Manager?

Assistant Department Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Department Manager roles are District of Columbia $101,341, California $100,956, Massachusetts $99,611. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Department Manager roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Department Manager level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Manager Payroll Department: $115,970; Assistant Department Manager Radiology: $99,622; Assistant Department Manager Tile: $87,607; Assistant Manager of Accounting Department: $86,197; Assistant Sales Department Manager: $81,136.

Assistant Department Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Department Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Department Manager in Delaware is $92,691 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,647
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,442 to $104,184
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,200

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Assistant Department Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,184	$8,682	$2,004	$50
Average	$92,691	$7,724	$1,783	$45
25th Percentile	$81,442	$6,787	$1,566	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Department Manager Salaries

An Assistant Department 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 Assistant Department 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 Assistant Department Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $101,341.
California: $100,956.
Massachusetts: $99,611.

District of Columbia $101,341 California $100,956 Massachusetts $99,611 Washington $99,245 New Jersey $99,208 Alaska $99,080 Connecticut $97,817 New York $97,304

Hawaii $95,666 Rhode Island $94,897 Maryland $94,375 Minnesota $93,661 Colorado $93,387 Illinois $93,295 Oregon $92,947 Delaware $92,691

New Hampshire $92,530 Virginia $92,170 Pennsylvania $91,117 Nevada $90,586 North Dakota $90,412 Michigan $90,138 Wisconsin $90,037 Vermont $89,836

Texas $89,277 Maine $89,241 Arizona $89,186 Ohio $89,122 Georgia $88,280 Indiana $87,858 Wyoming $87,776 Utah $87,648

Iowa $87,593 Kansas $87,154 Louisiana $87,026 North Carolina $86,980 Missouri $86,962 Florida $86,605 Montana $86,412 Nebraska $86,229

Kentucky $86,129 South Carolina $85,762 Tennessee $85,534 Idaho $85,442 New Mexico $84,774 Oklahoma $84,628 Alabama $84,088 South Dakota $83,181

Arkansas $82,687 West Virginia $82,422 Mississippi $81,625

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Department 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: $92,274
Little Creek: $92,949
Magnolia: $92,816

Lincoln, DE $92,274 Little Creek, DE $92,949 Magnolia, DE $92,816 Milford, DE $92,508 Marydel, DE $92,660 Millsboro, DE $91,887 Millville, DE $92,029 Milton, DE $92,188

Nassau, DE $92,255 Ocean View, DE $92,013 Rehoboth Beach, DE $92,190 Seaford, DE $92,242 Selbyville, DE $91,860 Smyrna, DE $93,013 Viola, DE $92,585 Woodside, DE $92,834

Bear, DE $92,620 Newark, DE $92,585 Claymont, DE $92,775 Delaware City, DE $92,677 Hockessin, DE $92,577 Kirkwood, DE $92,660 Middletown, DE $92,696 Montchanin, DE $92,598

New Castle, DE $92,612 Odessa, DE $92,742 Port Penn, DE $92,804 Rockland, DE $92,607 Saint Georges, DE $92,667 Townsend, DE $92,809 Winterthur, DE $92,618 Lewes, DE $92,224

Wilmington, DE $92,581 Dover, DE $92,949 Dover Afb, DE $92,460 Bethany Beach, DE $91,916 Bethel, DE $92,011 Bridgeville, DE $92,228 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,688 Cheswold, DE $92,919

Clayton, DE $92,922 Dagsboro, DE $91,852 Delmar, DE $91,705 Ellendale, DE $91,983 Felton, DE $92,501 Fenwick Island, DE $91,872 Frankford, DE $91,712 Frederica, DE $92,592

Georgetown, DE $91,817 Greenwood, DE $92,243 Harbeson, DE $91,915 Harrington, DE $92,384 Hartly, DE $92,671 Houston, DE $92,252 Kenton, DE $92,926 Laurel, DE $91,762

Yorklyn, DE $92,604

Assistant Department Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Department 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 MFG Nondurable and Hospitality & Leisure sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Department Manager positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Department Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Department Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable	$129,768	$62.0	40%
Hospitality & Leisure	$106,595	$51.0	15%

Assistant Department Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Department 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

$81,442

Average $92,691/year

$104,184

$6,787

Average $7,724/month

$8,682

$1,566

Average $1,783/week

$2,004

$39

Average $45/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,184	$8,682	$2,004	$50
Average	$92,691	$7,724	$1,783	$45
25th Percentile	$81,442	$6,787	$1,566	$39

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