What are the main factors that influence a Steel Project 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 Steel Project Manager?

The Government industry offers the highest average compensation for Steel Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Steel Project Manager's salary?

A Steel Project Manager's salary grows with experience: an Steel Project Manager (0-0 years)earns $79,117, an Asst. Professor - Industrial Engineering (0-0 years)earns $100,290, an Assoc. Professor - Industrial Engineering (0-0 years)earns $109,672, a Professor - Industrial Engineering (0-0 years)earns $140,257,

What are the highest paying states for a Steel Project Manager?

Steel Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Steel Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $85,628, California $85,303, Massachusetts $84,166. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Steel Project Manager roles make?

Salaries for Steel Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Steel Estimator: $86,194; Structural Steel Project Manager: $85,259; Steel Engineer: $71,561; Steel Buyer: $62,608; Steel Detailer: $57,320.

Steel Project Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Steel Project Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Steel Project Manager in Delaware is $78,319 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,474
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,834 to $88,346
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,378

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Steel Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,346	$7,362	$1,699	$42
Average	$78,319	$6,527	$1,506	$38
25th Percentile	$66,834	$5,570	$1,285	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Steel Project Manager Salaries

A Steel Project 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 Do Steel Project 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 Steel Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $85,628.
California: $85,303.
Massachusetts: $84,166.

District of Columbia $85,628 California $85,303 Massachusetts $84,166 Washington $83,857 New Jersey $83,826 Alaska $83,717 Connecticut $82,650 New York $82,217

Hawaii $80,833 Rhode Island $80,183 Maryland $79,742 Minnesota $79,139 Colorado $78,907 Illinois $78,830 Oregon $78,536 Delaware $78,319

New Hampshire $78,183 Virginia $77,878 Pennsylvania $76,989 Nevada $76,541 North Dakota $76,394 Michigan $76,162 Wisconsin $76,077 Vermont $75,906

Texas $75,435 Maine $75,404 Arizona $75,357 Ohio $75,303 Georgia $74,592 Indiana $74,236 Wyoming $74,166 Utah $74,058

Iowa $74,012 Kansas $73,640 Louisiana $73,532 North Carolina $73,493 Missouri $73,478 Florida $73,176 Montana $73,014 Nebraska $72,859

Kentucky $72,774 South Carolina $72,465 Tennessee $72,272 Idaho $72,194 New Mexico $71,630 Oklahoma $71,506 Alabama $71,050 South Dakota $70,284

Arkansas $69,866 West Virginia $69,642 Mississippi $68,969

Top Paying Cities for Steel Project 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: $77,967
Little Creek: $78,537
Magnolia: $78,424

Lincoln, DE $77,967 Little Creek, DE $78,537 Magnolia, DE $78,424 Milford, DE $78,165 Marydel, DE $78,293 Millsboro, DE $77,639 Millville, DE $77,759 Milton, DE $77,894

Nassau, DE $77,950 Ocean View, DE $77,746 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,895 Seaford, DE $77,940 Selbyville, DE $77,617 Smyrna, DE $78,592 Viola, DE $78,230 Woodside, DE $78,440

Bear, DE $78,259 Newark, DE $78,230 Claymont, DE $78,390 Delaware City, DE $78,308 Hockessin, DE $78,223 Kirkwood, DE $78,293 Middletown, DE $78,323 Montchanin, DE $78,240

New Castle, DE $78,252 Odessa, DE $78,362 Port Penn, DE $78,414 Rockland, DE $78,248 Saint Georges, DE $78,298 Townsend, DE $78,419 Winterthur, DE $78,257 Lewes, DE $77,924

Wilmington, DE $78,226 Dover, DE $78,537 Dover Afb, DE $78,124 Bethany Beach, DE $77,664 Bethel, DE $77,745 Bridgeville, DE $77,928 Camden Wyoming, DE $78,316 Cheswold, DE $78,512

Clayton, DE $78,514 Dagsboro, DE $77,610 Delmar, DE $77,486 Ellendale, DE $77,721 Felton, DE $78,158 Fenwick Island, DE $77,627 Frankford, DE $77,492 Frederica, DE $78,236

Georgetown, DE $77,581 Greenwood, DE $77,940 Harbeson, DE $77,663 Harrington, DE $78,059 Hartly, DE $78,302 Houston, DE $77,948 Kenton, DE $78,518 Laurel, DE $77,534

Yorklyn, DE $78,246

Steel Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Steel Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 33% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Steel Project Manager positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Steel Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Steel Project Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$93,983	$45.0	20%

Steel Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Steel Project 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

$66,834

Average $78,319/year

$88,346

$5,570

Average $6,527/month

$7,362

$1,285

Average $1,506/week

$1,699

$32

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,346	$7,362	$1,699	$42
Average	$78,319	$6,527	$1,506	$38
25th Percentile	$66,834	$5,570	$1,285	$32

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Steel Project Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Steel Project Manager make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Steel Project Manager Salaries

How Do Steel Project Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Steel Project Managers

Steel Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industry for a Steel Project Manager

Steel Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Steel Project Manager

Find Your Next Steel Project Manager Job

Cost of Living In Delaware

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