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

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Communication Manager roles, with salaries approximately 80% above the market median.

How does experience change A Communication Manager's salary?

A Communication Manager's salary grows with experience: a Communications Representative IV (7+ years)earns $116,945, a Communications Representative V (7-10 years)earns $152,511, a Communication Manager (10+ years)earns $121,479, a Communications Director (10+ years)earns $179,531, a VP of Communications (10+ years)earns $241,460,

What are the highest paying states for a Communication Manager?

Communication Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Communication Manager roles are District of Columbia $131,833, California $131,333, Massachusetts $129,583. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Communication Manager roles make?

Salaries for Communication Manager level roles vary by specialization: Manager of Communication Service Customer Support: $143,600; Communication Editorial Senior Manager: $138,190; Network and Communication Manager: $129,579; Assitant Communication Manager: $125,531; Communication Editorial Manager: $120,470.

Communication Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Communication Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Communication Manager in Delaware is $120,581 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,833
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,661 to $130,135
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $95,898

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Communication Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,135	$10,845	$2,503	$63
Average	$120,581	$10,048	$2,319	$58
25th Percentile	$107,661	$8,972	$2,070	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Communication Manager Salaries

A Communication 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 Communication Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Communication 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): $116,945
Early Career (1-2 years): $152,511
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,479
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $179,531
Expert (over 8 years): $241,460

Levels	Salary
Communica... Level Communication Manager	$116,945
Communica... Level Communication Manager	$152,511
Communica... Level Communication Manager	$121,479
Communica... Level Communication Manager	$179,531
VP of Com... Level Communication Manager	$241,460

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

District of Columbia: $131,833.
California: $131,333.
Massachusetts: $129,583.

District of Columbia $131,833 California $131,333 Massachusetts $129,583 Washington $129,107 New Jersey $129,059 Alaska $128,892 Connecticut $127,249 New York $126,582

Hawaii $124,451 Rhode Island $123,451 Maryland $122,772 Minnesota $121,843 Colorado $121,486 Illinois $121,367 Oregon $120,915 Delaware $120,581

New Hampshire $120,372 Virginia $119,902 Pennsylvania $118,533 Nevada $117,843 North Dakota $117,616 Michigan $117,259 Wisconsin $117,128 Vermont $116,866

Texas $116,140 Maine $116,092 Arizona $116,021 Ohio $115,937 Georgia $114,842 Indiana $114,294 Wyoming $114,187 Utah $114,020

Iowa $113,949 Kansas $113,378 Louisiana $113,211 North Carolina $113,151 Missouri $113,127 Florida $112,663 Montana $112,413 Nebraska $112,175

Kentucky $112,044 South Carolina $111,568 Tennessee $111,270 Idaho $111,151 New Mexico $110,282 Oklahoma $110,091 Alabama $109,389 South Dakota $108,210

Arkansas $107,567 West Virginia $107,222 Mississippi $106,186

Top Paying Cities for Communication 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: $120,038
Little Creek: $120,917
Magnolia: $120,743

Lincoln, DE $120,038 Little Creek, DE $120,917 Magnolia, DE $120,743 Milford, DE $120,343 Marydel, DE $120,541 Millsboro, DE $119,535 Millville, DE $119,719 Milton, DE $119,926

Nassau, DE $120,013 Ocean View, DE $119,699 Rehoboth Beach, DE $119,929 Seaford, DE $119,997 Selbyville, DE $119,500 Smyrna, DE $121,000 Viola, DE $120,443 Woodside, DE $120,767

Bear, DE $120,488 Newark, DE $120,443 Claymont, DE $120,690 Delaware City, DE $120,563 Hockessin, DE $120,432 Kirkwood, DE $120,541 Middletown, DE $120,587 Montchanin, DE $120,460

New Castle, DE $120,478 Odessa, DE $120,647 Port Penn, DE $120,728 Rockland, DE $120,472 Saint Georges, DE $120,549 Townsend, DE $120,735 Winterthur, DE $120,486 Lewes, DE $119,973

Wilmington, DE $120,438 Dover, DE $120,917 Dover Afb, DE $120,280 Bethany Beach, DE $119,573 Bethel, DE $119,696 Bridgeville, DE $119,979 Camden Wyoming, DE $120,576 Cheswold, DE $120,878

Clayton, DE $120,881 Dagsboro, DE $119,489 Delmar, DE $119,298 Ellendale, DE $119,660 Felton, DE $120,334 Fenwick Island, DE $119,516 Frankford, DE $119,307 Frederica, DE $120,453

Georgetown, DE $119,444 Greenwood, DE $119,998 Harbeson, DE $119,571 Harrington, DE $120,181 Hartly, DE $120,555 Houston, DE $120,010 Kenton, DE $120,887 Laurel, DE $119,373

Yorklyn, DE $120,468

Communication Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Communication Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 113% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 80% above the average. In contrast, Communication Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Communication Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Communication Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$217,046	$104.0	80%
Internet	$192,930	$93.0	60%
Financial Services	$168,814	$81.0	40%
Biotechnology	$156,756	$75.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$150,726	$72.0	25%

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

Understanding how a Communication 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.

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$107,661

Average $120,581/year

$130,135

$8,972

Average $10,048/month

$10,845

$2,070

Average $2,319/week

$2,503

$52

Average $58/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,135	$10,845	$2,503	$63
Average	$120,581	$10,048	$2,319	$58
25th Percentile	$107,661	$8,972	$2,070	$52

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