What are the main factors that influence a Hedge Fund 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 Hedge Fund Manager?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Hedge Fund Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Hedge Fund Manager's salary?

A Hedge Fund Manager's salary grows with experience: a Chemical Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $100,228, a Chemical Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $117,948, a Hedge Fund Manager (7+ years)earns $142,595, a Chemical Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $169,912, a Chemical Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $195,979,

What are the highest paying states for a Hedge Fund Manager?

Hedge Fund Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hedge Fund Manager roles are District of Columbia $155,390, California $154,801, Massachusetts $152,737. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hedge Fund Manager roles make?

Salaries for Hedge Fund Manager level roles vary by specialization: Hedge Fund Controller: $254,073; Hedge Fund Consultant: $125,615; Hedge Fund Portfolio Manager: $111,617; Hedge Fund Associate: $91,081; Hedge Fund Trader: $76,424.

Hedge Fund Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hedge Fund Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hedge Fund Manager in Delaware is $142,127 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $162,926
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $135,393 to $153,014
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $129,262

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Hedge Fund Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,014	$12,751	$2,943	$74
Average	$142,127	$11,844	$2,733	$68
25th Percentile	$135,393	$11,283	$2,604	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Hedge Fund Manager Salaries

A Hedge Fund 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 Hedge Fund Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hedge Fund 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): $100,228
Early Career (1-2 years): $117,948
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $142,595
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $169,912
Expert (over 8 years): $195,979

Levels	Salary
Chemical ... Level Hedge Fund Manager	$100,228
Chemical ... Level Hedge Fund Manager	$117,948
Hedge Fun... Level Hedge Fund Manager	$142,595
Chemical ... Level Hedge Fund Manager	$169,912
Chemical ... Level Hedge Fund Manager	$195,979

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

District of Columbia: $155,390.
California: $154,801.
Massachusetts: $152,737.

District of Columbia $155,390 California $154,801 Massachusetts $152,737 Washington $152,176 New Jersey $152,120 Alaska $151,923 Connecticut $149,987 New York $149,201

Hawaii $146,689 Rhode Island $145,510 Maryland $144,710 Minnesota $143,615 Colorado $143,194 Illinois $143,054 Oregon $142,520 Delaware $142,127

New Hampshire $141,880 Virginia $141,327 Pennsylvania $139,713 Nevada $138,899 North Dakota $138,633 Michigan $138,212 Wisconsin $138,057 Vermont $137,749

Texas $136,893 Maine $136,836 Arizona $136,752 Ohio $136,654 Georgia $135,363 Indiana $134,717 Wyoming $134,591 Utah $134,394

Iowa $134,310 Kansas $133,637 Louisiana $133,440 North Carolina $133,370 Missouri $133,342 Florida $132,794 Montana $132,500 Nebraska $132,219

Kentucky $132,065 South Carolina $131,503 Tennessee $131,152 Idaho $131,012 New Mexico $129,988 Oklahoma $129,763 Alabama $128,935 South Dakota $127,546

Arkansas $126,788 West Virginia $126,381 Mississippi $125,160

Top Paying Cities for Hedge Fund 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: $141,487
Little Creek: $142,523
Magnolia: $142,318

Lincoln, DE $141,487 Little Creek, DE $142,523 Magnolia, DE $142,318 Milford, DE $141,847 Marydel, DE $142,080 Millsboro, DE $140,894 Millville, DE $141,111 Milton, DE $141,355

Nassau, DE $141,458 Ocean View, DE $141,087 Rehoboth Beach, DE $141,358 Seaford, DE $141,438 Selbyville, DE $140,853 Smyrna, DE $142,621 Viola, DE $141,965 Woodside, DE $142,346

Bear, DE $142,018 Newark, DE $141,965 Claymont, DE $142,255 Delaware City, DE $142,106 Hockessin, DE $141,952 Kirkwood, DE $142,080 Middletown, DE $142,134 Montchanin, DE $141,984

New Castle, DE $142,005 Odessa, DE $142,205 Port Penn, DE $142,300 Rockland, DE $141,998 Saint Georges, DE $142,089 Townsend, DE $142,308 Winterthur, DE $142,015 Lewes, DE $141,410

Wilmington, DE $141,959 Dover, DE $142,523 Dover Afb, DE $141,772 Bethany Beach, DE $140,939 Bethel, DE $141,085 Bridgeville, DE $141,417 Camden Wyoming, DE $142,122 Cheswold, DE $142,477

Clayton, DE $142,481 Dagsboro, DE $140,840 Delmar, DE $140,614 Ellendale, DE $141,041 Felton, DE $141,835 Fenwick Island, DE $140,871 Frankford, DE $140,626 Frederica, DE $141,976

Georgetown, DE $140,787 Greenwood, DE $141,440 Harbeson, DE $140,937 Harrington, DE $141,656 Hartly, DE $142,097 Houston, DE $141,454 Kenton, DE $142,488 Laurel, DE $140,703

Yorklyn, DE $141,994

Hedge Fund Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Hedge Fund Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Hedge Fund Manager positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Hedge Fund Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Hedge Fund Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$184,766	$89.0	30%
Financial Services	$177,659	$85.0	25%
Software & Networking	$177,659	$85.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$170,553	$82.0	20%
MFG Durable	$163,446	$79.0	15%

Hedge Fund Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hedge Fund 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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$135,393

Average $142,127/year

$153,014

$11,283

Average $11,844/month

$12,751

$2,604

Average $2,733/week

$2,943

$65

Average $68/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,014	$12,751	$2,943	$74
Average	$142,127	$11,844	$2,733	$68
25th Percentile	$135,393	$11,283	$2,604	$65

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