What are the main factors that influence a Carrier Relations 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 Carrier Relations Manager?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Carrier Relations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Carrier Relations Manager's salary?

A Carrier Relations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Vendor Relations Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $98,377, a Vendor Relations Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $120,947, a Vendor Relations Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $164,518, a Carrier Relations Manager (10+ years)earns $125,105, a Vendor Relations Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $169,065,

What are the highest paying states for a Carrier Relations Manager?

Carrier Relations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Carrier Relations Manager roles are District of Columbia $136,171, California $135,655, Massachusetts $133,847. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Carrier Relations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Carrier Relations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Provider Relations Senior Manager: $158,155; Carrier Program Manager: $142,952; Public Relations Manager: $133,295; Employee Relations Manager: $123,340; Carrier Sales Manager: $121,908.

Carrier Relations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Carrier Relations Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Carrier Relations Manager in Delaware is $124,549 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,626
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,538 to $131,917
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,245

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Carrier Relations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,917	$10,993	$2,537	$63
Average	$124,549	$10,379	$2,395	$60
25th Percentile	$116,538	$9,712	$2,241	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Carrier Relations Manager Salaries

A Carrier Relations 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 Carrier Relations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Carrier Relations 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): $98,377
Early Career (1-2 years): $120,947
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $164,518
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $125,105
Expert (over 8 years): $169,065

Levels	Salary
Vendor Re... Level Carrier Relations Manager	$98,377
Vendor Re... Level Carrier Relations Manager	$120,947
Vendor Re... Level Carrier Relations Manager	$164,518
Carrier R... Level Carrier Relations Manager	$125,105
Vendor Re... Level Carrier Relations Manager	$169,065

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

District of Columbia: $136,171.
California: $135,655.
Massachusetts: $133,847.

District of Columbia $136,171 California $135,655 Massachusetts $133,847 Washington $133,355 New Jersey $133,306 Alaska $133,133 Connecticut $131,436 New York $130,747

Hawaii $128,546 Rhode Island $127,513 Maryland $126,812 Minnesota $125,853 Colorado $125,484 Illinois $125,361 Oregon $124,893 Delaware $124,549

New Hampshire $124,332 Virginia $123,848 Pennsylvania $122,434 Nevada $121,720 North Dakota $121,487 Michigan $121,118 Wisconsin $120,982 Vermont $120,712

Texas $119,962 Maine $119,912 Arizona $119,839 Ohio $119,752 Georgia $118,621 Indiana $118,055 Wyoming $117,945 Utah $117,772

Iowa $117,699 Kansas $117,108 Louisiana $116,936 North Carolina $116,875 Missouri $116,850 Florida $116,370 Montana $116,112 Nebraska $115,866

Kentucky $115,731 South Carolina $115,239 Tennessee $114,931 Idaho $114,808 New Mexico $113,911 Oklahoma $113,714 Alabama $112,988 South Dakota $111,771

Arkansas $111,106 West Virginia $110,750 Mississippi $109,680

Top Paying Cities for Carrier Relations 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: $123,988
Little Creek: $124,896
Magnolia: $124,716

Lincoln, DE $123,988 Little Creek, DE $124,896 Magnolia, DE $124,716 Milford, DE $124,303 Marydel, DE $124,507 Millsboro, DE $123,468 Millville, DE $123,659 Milton, DE $123,873

Nassau, DE $123,962 Ocean View, DE $123,638 Rehoboth Beach, DE $123,875 Seaford, DE $123,945 Selbyville, DE $123,432 Smyrna, DE $124,982 Viola, DE $124,406 Woodside, DE $124,741

Bear, DE $124,453 Newark, DE $124,406 Claymont, DE $124,661 Delaware City, DE $124,530 Hockessin, DE $124,395 Kirkwood, DE $124,507 Middletown, DE $124,555 Montchanin, DE $124,423

New Castle, DE $124,442 Odessa, DE $124,617 Port Penn, DE $124,700 Rockland, DE $124,436 Saint Georges, DE $124,516 Townsend, DE $124,708 Winterthur, DE $124,451 Lewes, DE $123,920

Wilmington, DE $124,401 Dover, DE $124,896 Dover Afb, DE $124,238 Bethany Beach, DE $123,507 Bethel, DE $123,635 Bridgeville, DE $123,927 Camden Wyoming, DE $124,544 Cheswold, DE $124,855

Clayton, DE $124,859 Dagsboro, DE $123,421 Delmar, DE $123,223 Ellendale, DE $123,597 Felton, DE $124,293 Fenwick Island, DE $123,448 Frankford, DE $123,233 Frederica, DE $124,416

Georgetown, DE $123,374 Greenwood, DE $123,946 Harbeson, DE $123,506 Harrington, DE $124,136 Hartly, DE $124,522 Houston, DE $123,959 Kenton, DE $124,865 Laurel, DE $123,301

Yorklyn, DE $124,432

Carrier Relations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Carrier Relations Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Carrier Relations Manager positions in Chemicals or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Carrier Relations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Carrier Relations Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$155,686	$75.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$146,968	$71.0	18%
Pharmaceuticals	$138,249	$66.0	11%
Healthcare	$137,004	$66.0	10%
Media	$133,267	$64.0	7%

Carrier Relations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Carrier Relations 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

$116,538

Average $124,549/year

$131,917

$9,712

Average $10,379/month

$10,993

$2,241

Average $2,395/week

$2,537

$56

Average $60/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,917	$10,993	$2,537	$63
Average	$124,549	$10,379	$2,395	$60
25th Percentile	$116,538	$9,712	$2,241	$56

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