What are the main factors that influence a Natural Sciences 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 Natural Sciences Manager?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Natural Sciences Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Natural Sciences Manager's salary?

A Natural Sciences Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $80,922 for beginners, reaching about $84,004 at mid-level, and approach $88,241 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Natural Sciences Manager?

Natural Sciences Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Natural Sciences Manager roles are District of Columbia $90,480, California $90,137, Massachusetts $88,936. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Natural Sciences Manager roles make?

Salaries for Natural Sciences Manager level roles vary by specialization: Dean of Sciences: $156,825; Life Sciences Research Scientist III: $143,860; Life Sciences Research Scientist II: $127,070; Natural Resources Manager: $116,492; Natural Resource Manager: $116,241.

Natural Sciences Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Natural Sciences Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Natural Sciences Manager in Delaware is $82,758 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,438
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,983 to $91,489
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,905

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Natural Sciences Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,489	$7,624	$1,759	$44
Average	$82,758	$6,896	$1,591	$40
25th Percentile	$74,983	$6,249	$1,442	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Natural Sciences Manager Salaries

A Natural Sciences 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 Natural Sciences Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Natural Sciences 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): $80,922
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,138
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,004
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,958
Expert (over 8 years): $88,241

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Natural Sciences Manager	$80,922
Intermediate Level Natural Sciences Manager	$81,138
Senior Level Natural Sciences Manager	$84,004
Specialist Level Natural Sciences Manager	$87,958
Expert Level Natural Sciences Manager	$88,241

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

District of Columbia: $90,480.
California: $90,137.
Massachusetts: $88,936.

District of Columbia $90,480 California $90,137 Massachusetts $88,936 Washington $88,609 New Jersey $88,576 Alaska $88,462 Connecticut $87,334 New York $86,876

Hawaii $85,414 Rhode Island $84,727 Maryland $84,261 Minnesota $83,624 Colorado $83,379 Illinois $83,297 Oregon $82,987 Delaware $82,758

New Hampshire $82,614 Virginia $82,292 Pennsylvania $81,352 Nevada $80,878 North Dakota $80,723 Michigan $80,478 Wisconsin $80,388 Vermont $80,208

Texas $79,710 Maine $79,677 Arizona $79,628 Ohio $79,571 Georgia $78,819 Indiana $78,443 Wyoming $78,369 Utah $78,255

Iowa $78,206 Kansas $77,814 Louisiana $77,699 North Carolina $77,658 Missouri $77,642 Florida $77,323 Montana $77,152 Nebraska $76,988

Kentucky $76,898 South Carolina $76,572 Tennessee $76,367 Idaho $76,286 New Mexico $75,689 Oklahoma $75,558 Alabama $75,076 South Dakota $74,267

Arkansas $73,826 West Virginia $73,589 Mississippi $72,878

Top Paying Cities for Natural Sciences 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: $82,385
Little Creek: $82,988
Magnolia: $82,869

Lincoln, DE $82,385 Little Creek, DE $82,988 Magnolia, DE $82,869 Milford, DE $82,594 Marydel, DE $82,730 Millsboro, DE $82,039 Millville, DE $82,166 Milton, DE $82,308

Nassau, DE $82,368 Ocean View, DE $82,152 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,310 Seaford, DE $82,356 Selbyville, DE $82,016 Smyrna, DE $83,045 Viola, DE $82,663 Woodside, DE $82,885

Bear, DE $82,694 Newark, DE $82,663 Claymont, DE $82,832 Delaware City, DE $82,745 Hockessin, DE $82,656 Kirkwood, DE $82,730 Middletown, DE $82,762 Montchanin, DE $82,674

New Castle, DE $82,687 Odessa, DE $82,803 Port Penn, DE $82,858 Rockland, DE $82,683 Saint Georges, DE $82,736 Townsend, DE $82,863 Winterthur, DE $82,692 Lewes, DE $82,340

Wilmington, DE $82,660 Dover, DE $82,988 Dover Afb, DE $82,551 Bethany Beach, DE $82,066 Bethel, DE $82,151 Bridgeville, DE $82,344 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,754 Cheswold, DE $82,961

Clayton, DE $82,964 Dagsboro, DE $82,008 Delmar, DE $81,877 Ellendale, DE $82,125 Felton, DE $82,588 Fenwick Island, DE $82,026 Frankford, DE $81,883 Frederica, DE $82,669

Georgetown, DE $81,977 Greenwood, DE $82,357 Harbeson, DE $82,065 Harrington, DE $82,483 Hartly, DE $82,740 Houston, DE $82,365 Kenton, DE $82,968 Laurel, DE $81,928

Yorklyn, DE $82,680

Natural Sciences Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Natural Sciences Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Natural Sciences Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Natural Sciences Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Natural Sciences Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$99,309	$48.0	20%

Natural Sciences Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Natural Sciences 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

$74,983

Average $82,758/year

$91,489

$6,249

Average $6,896/month

$7,624

$1,442

Average $1,591/week

$1,759

$36

Average $40/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,489	$7,624	$1,759	$44
Average	$82,758	$6,896	$1,591	$40
25th Percentile	$74,983	$6,249	$1,442	$36

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