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

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for State Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A State Manager's salary?

A State Manager's salary grows with experience: a Government Affairs Specialist III (7+ years)earns $148,656, a Government Affairs Specialist IV (7-10 years)earns $178,390, a State Manager (10+ years)earns $150,658, a Government Affairs Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $195,587, a Government Affairs Director (10+ years)earns $213,729,

What are the highest paying states for a State Manager?

State Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for State Manager roles are District of Columbia $163,328, California $162,708, Massachusetts $160,539. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of State Manager roles make?

Salaries for State Manager level roles vary by specialization: Manager, State Income Tax: $153,097; Solid State Power Electronics Design Manager: $149,584; State Portfolio Manager: $143,353; Regional State Couts Campaign Manager: $112,948; State Sales Manager: $105,879.

State Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a State Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a State Manager in Delaware is $149,387 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $173,115
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $131,095 to $161,807
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $114,441

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State Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,807	$13,484	$3,112	$78
Average	$149,387	$12,449	$2,873	$72
25th Percentile	$131,095	$10,925	$2,521	$63

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Key Factors That Influence State Manager Salaries

A State 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 State Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a State 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): $148,656
Early Career (1-2 years): $178,390
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $150,658
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $195,587
Expert (over 8 years): $213,729

Levels	Salary
Governmen... Level State Manager	$148,656
Governmen... Level State Manager	$178,390
State Man... Level State Manager	$150,658
Governmen... Level State Manager	$195,587
Governmen... Level State Manager	$213,729

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

District of Columbia: $163,328.
California: $162,708.
Massachusetts: $160,539.

District of Columbia $163,328 California $162,708 Massachusetts $160,539 Washington $159,949 New Jersey $159,890 Alaska $159,684 Connecticut $157,648 New York $156,822

Hawaii $154,182 Rhode Island $152,943 Maryland $152,102 Minnesota $150,951 Colorado $150,509 Illinois $150,361 Oregon $149,800 Delaware $149,387

New Hampshire $149,128 Virginia $148,547 Pennsylvania $146,850 Nevada $145,995 North Dakota $145,714 Michigan $145,272 Wisconsin $145,110 Vermont $144,785

Texas $143,885 Maine $143,826 Arizona $143,738 Ohio $143,634 Georgia $142,277 Indiana $141,599 Wyoming $141,466 Utah $141,259

Iowa $141,171 Kansas $140,463 Louisiana $140,256 North Carolina $140,183 Missouri $140,153 Florida $139,578 Montana $139,268 Nebraska $138,973

Kentucky $138,811 South Carolina $138,221 Tennessee $137,852 Idaho $137,704 New Mexico $136,627 Oklahoma $136,391 Alabama $135,521 South Dakota $134,061

Arkansas $133,264 West Virginia $132,836 Mississippi $131,553

Top Paying Cities for State 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: $148,715
Little Creek: $149,803
Magnolia: $149,588

Lincoln, DE $148,715 Little Creek, DE $149,803 Magnolia, DE $149,588 Milford, DE $149,092 Marydel, DE $149,337 Millsboro, DE $148,091 Millville, DE $148,319 Milton, DE $148,576

Nassau, DE $148,684 Ocean View, DE $148,294 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,579 Seaford, DE $148,663 Selbyville, DE $148,048 Smyrna, DE $149,907 Viola, DE $149,216 Woodside, DE $149,618

Bear, DE $149,272 Newark, DE $149,216 Claymont, DE $149,522 Delaware City, DE $149,365 Hockessin, DE $149,203 Kirkwood, DE $149,337 Middletown, DE $149,395 Montchanin, DE $149,237

New Castle, DE $149,259 Odessa, DE $149,469 Port Penn, DE $149,569 Rockland, DE $149,252 Saint Georges, DE $149,348 Townsend, DE $149,578 Winterthur, DE $149,269 Lewes, DE $148,634

Wilmington, DE $149,210 Dover, DE $149,803 Dover Afb, DE $149,014 Bethany Beach, DE $148,138 Bethel, DE $148,291 Bridgeville, DE $148,641 Camden Wyoming, DE $149,382 Cheswold, DE $149,755

Clayton, DE $149,759 Dagsboro, DE $148,035 Delmar, DE $147,797 Ellendale, DE $148,246 Felton, DE $149,081 Fenwick Island, DE $148,067 Frankford, DE $147,809 Frederica, DE $149,228

Georgetown, DE $147,979 Greenwood, DE $148,665 Harbeson, DE $148,137 Harrington, DE $148,892 Hartly, DE $149,355 Houston, DE $148,679 Kenton, DE $149,767 Laurel, DE $147,890

Yorklyn, DE $149,247

State Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For State Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 95% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, State Manager positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view State Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a State Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$224,081	$108.0	50%
Software & Networking	$216,612	$104.0	45%
MFG Durable	$209,142	$101.0	40%
Internet	$194,204	$93.0	30%
Hospitality & Leisure	$186,734	$90.0	25%

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

Understanding how a State 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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$131,095

Average $149,387/year

$161,807

$10,925

Average $12,449/month

$13,484

$2,521

Average $2,873/week

$3,112

$63

Average $72/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,807	$13,484	$3,112	$78
Average	$149,387	$12,449	$2,873	$72
25th Percentile	$131,095	$10,925	$2,521	$63

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