What are the main factors that influence a Heavy Equipment 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 Heavy Equipment Manager?

The Transportation industry offers the highest average compensation for Heavy Equipment Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Heavy Equipment Manager's salary?

A Heavy Equipment Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $99,974 for beginners, reaching about $101,675 at mid-level, and approach $104,779 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Heavy Equipment Manager?

Heavy Equipment Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Heavy Equipment Manager roles are District of Columbia $112,165, California $111,739, Massachusetts $110,250. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Heavy Equipment Manager roles make?

Salaries for Heavy Equipment Manager level roles vary by specialization: Heavy Equipment Service Manager: $101,716; Heavy Equipment Service Supervisor: $95,900; Parts Manager Heavy Equipment: $87,082; Heavy Equipment Field Service Technician: $74,100; Heavy Equipment Supervisor: $74,025.

Heavy Equipment Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Heavy Equipment Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Heavy Equipment Manager in Delaware is $102,592 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,836
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,170 to $108,477
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,593

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Heavy Equipment Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,477	$9,040	$2,086	$52
Average	$102,592	$8,549	$1,973	$49
25th Percentile	$93,170	$7,764	$1,792	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Heavy Equipment Manager Salaries

A Heavy Equipment 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 Heavy Equipment Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Heavy Equipment 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): $99,974
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,367
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,675
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $103,246
Expert (over 8 years): $104,779

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Heavy Equipment Manager	$99,974
Intermediate Level Heavy Equipment Manager	$100,367
Senior Level Heavy Equipment Manager	$101,675
Specialist Level Heavy Equipment Manager	$103,246
Expert Level Heavy Equipment Manager	$104,779

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

District of Columbia: $112,165.
California: $111,739.
Massachusetts: $110,250.

District of Columbia $112,165 California $111,739 Massachusetts $110,250 Washington $109,845 New Jersey $109,804 Alaska $109,663 Connecticut $108,265 New York $107,697

Hawaii $105,884 Rhode Island $105,033 Maryland $104,456 Minnesota $103,665 Colorado $103,361 Illinois $103,260 Oregon $102,875 Delaware $102,592

New Hampshire $102,413 Virginia $102,014 Pennsylvania $100,849 Nevada $100,262 North Dakota $100,069 Michigan $99,765 Wisconsin $99,654 Vermont $99,431

Texas $98,813 Maine $98,772 Arizona $98,712 Ohio $98,641 Georgia $97,709 Indiana $97,243 Wyoming $97,151 Utah $97,010

Iowa $96,949 Kansas $96,463 Louisiana $96,321 North Carolina $96,270 Missouri $96,250 Florida $95,855 Montana $95,642 Nebraska $95,439

Kentucky $95,328 South Carolina $94,923 Tennessee $94,670 Idaho $94,568 New Mexico $93,829 Oklahoma $93,667 Alabama $93,069 South Dakota $92,066

Arkansas $91,519 West Virginia $91,225 Mississippi $90,344

Top Paying Cities for Heavy Equipment 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: $102,130
Little Creek: $102,877
Magnolia: $102,729

Lincoln, DE $102,130 Little Creek, DE $102,877 Magnolia, DE $102,729 Milford, DE $102,389 Marydel, DE $102,557 Millsboro, DE $101,701 Millville, DE $101,858 Milton, DE $102,034

Nassau, DE $102,108 Ocean View, DE $101,841 Rehoboth Beach, DE $102,036 Seaford, DE $102,094 Selbyville, DE $101,672 Smyrna, DE $102,948 Viola, DE $102,474 Woodside, DE $102,750

Bear, DE $102,513 Newark, DE $102,474 Claymont, DE $102,684 Delaware City, DE $102,576 Hockessin, DE $102,465 Kirkwood, DE $102,557 Middletown, DE $102,597 Montchanin, DE $102,488

New Castle, DE $102,503 Odessa, DE $102,647 Port Penn, DE $102,716 Rockland, DE $102,498 Saint Georges, DE $102,564 Townsend, DE $102,722 Winterthur, DE $102,511 Lewes, DE $102,074

Wilmington, DE $102,470 Dover, DE $102,877 Dover Afb, DE $102,335 Bethany Beach, DE $101,734 Bethel, DE $101,839 Bridgeville, DE $102,079 Camden Wyoming, DE $102,588 Cheswold, DE $102,844

Clayton, DE $102,847 Dagsboro, DE $101,663 Delmar, DE $101,500 Ellendale, DE $101,807 Felton, DE $102,381 Fenwick Island, DE $101,685 Frankford, DE $101,508 Frederica, DE $102,482

Georgetown, DE $101,624 Greenwood, DE $102,095 Harbeson, DE $101,733 Harrington, DE $102,251 Hartly, DE $102,569 Houston, DE $102,105 Kenton, DE $102,852 Laurel, DE $101,563

Yorklyn, DE $102,495

Heavy Equipment Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Heavy Equipment 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 Transportation and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Heavy Equipment Manager positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Heavy Equipment Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Heavy Equipment Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Transportation	$143,628	$69.0	40%
Energy & Utilities	$133,369	$64.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$123,110	$59.0	20%
MFG Nondurable	$112,851	$54.0	10%

Heavy Equipment Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Heavy Equipment 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

$93,170

Average $102,592/year

$108,477

$7,764

Average $8,549/month

$9,040

$1,792

Average $1,973/week

$2,086

$45

Average $49/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,477	$9,040	$2,086	$52
Average	$102,592	$8,549	$1,973	$49
25th Percentile	$93,170	$7,764	$1,792	$45

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