What are the main factors that influence a Telecom Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Telecom Manager's salary?

A Telecom Manager's salary grows with experience: a Telecommunications Supervisor II (10+ years)earns $118,991, a Telecommunications Supervisor III (10+ years)earns $129,126, a Telecom Manager (10+ years)earns $147,185, a Telecommunications Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $172,315, a VP of Telecommunications (10+ years)earns $207,093,

What are the highest paying states for a Telecom Manager?

Telecom Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Telecom Manager roles are District of Columbia $159,868, California $159,261, Massachusetts $157,139. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Telecom Manager roles make?

Salaries for Telecom Manager level roles vary by specialization: Construction Manager Telecom: $143,091; Telecom Circuit Provisioning Engineer IV: $116,090; Telecom Project Manager: $113,282; Telecom Circuit Provisioning Engineer III: $98,890; Telecom Equipment Design Support Technician III: $82,900.

Telecom Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Telecom Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Telecom Manager in Delaware is $146,223 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,027
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,368 to $162,347
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,754

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Telecom Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,347	$13,529	$3,122	$78
Average	$146,223	$12,185	$2,812	$70
25th Percentile	$132,368	$11,031	$2,546	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Telecom Manager Salaries

A Telecom 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 Telecom Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Telecom 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): $118,991
Early Career (1-2 years): $129,126
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $147,185
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $172,315
Expert (over 8 years): $207,093

Levels	Salary
Telecommu... Level Telecom Manager	$118,991
Telecommu... Level Telecom Manager	$129,126
Telecom M... Level Telecom Manager	$147,185
Telecommu... Level Telecom Manager	$172,315
VP of Tel... Level Telecom Manager	$207,093

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

District of Columbia: $159,868.
California: $159,261.
Massachusetts: $157,139.

District of Columbia $159,868 California $159,261 Massachusetts $157,139 Washington $156,561 New Jersey $156,503 Alaska $156,301 Connecticut $154,309 New York $153,500

Hawaii $150,915 Rhode Island $149,703 Maryland $148,879 Minnesota $147,753 Colorado $147,320 Illinois $147,176 Oregon $146,627 Delaware $146,223

New Hampshire $145,969 Virginia $145,400 Pennsylvania $143,739 Nevada $142,902 North Dakota $142,627 Michigan $142,194 Wisconsin $142,035 Vermont $141,718

Texas $140,837 Maine $140,779 Arizona $140,693 Ohio $140,592 Georgia $139,263 Indiana $138,599 Wyoming $138,469 Utah $138,267

Iowa $138,180 Kansas $137,487 Louisiana $137,285 North Carolina $137,213 Missouri $137,184 Florida $136,621 Montana $136,318 Nebraska $136,029

Kentucky $135,870 South Carolina $135,292 Tennessee $134,932 Idaho $134,787 New Mexico $133,733 Oklahoma $133,502 Alabama $132,650 South Dakota $131,221

Arkansas $130,441 West Virginia $130,022 Mississippi $128,766

Top Paying Cities for Telecom 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: $145,564
Little Creek: $146,630
Magnolia: $146,419

Lincoln, DE $145,564 Little Creek, DE $146,630 Magnolia, DE $146,419 Milford, DE $145,934 Marydel, DE $146,174 Millsboro, DE $144,954 Millville, DE $145,177 Milton, DE $145,429

Nassau, DE $145,534 Ocean View, DE $145,153 Rehoboth Beach, DE $145,431 Seaford, DE $145,514 Selbyville, DE $144,912 Smyrna, DE $146,731 Viola, DE $146,055 Woodside, DE $146,448

Bear, DE $146,110 Newark, DE $146,055 Claymont, DE $146,354 Delaware City, DE $146,201 Hockessin, DE $146,042 Kirkwood, DE $146,174 Middletown, DE $146,230 Montchanin, DE $146,075

New Castle, DE $146,097 Odessa, DE $146,302 Port Penn, DE $146,400 Rockland, DE $146,090 Saint Georges, DE $146,184 Townsend, DE $146,409 Winterthur, DE $146,107 Lewes, DE $145,485

Wilmington, DE $146,049 Dover, DE $146,630 Dover Afb, DE $145,857 Bethany Beach, DE $145,000 Bethel, DE $145,150 Bridgeville, DE $145,492 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,217 Cheswold, DE $146,582

Clayton, DE $146,587 Dagsboro, DE $144,899 Delmar, DE $144,666 Ellendale, DE $145,105 Felton, DE $145,922 Fenwick Island, DE $144,930 Frankford, DE $144,678 Frederica, DE $146,067

Georgetown, DE $144,844 Greenwood, DE $145,515 Harbeson, DE $144,998 Harrington, DE $145,738 Hartly, DE $146,191 Houston, DE $145,530 Kenton, DE $146,594 Laurel, DE $144,757

Yorklyn, DE $146,086

Telecom Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Telecom Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Telecom Manager positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Telecom Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Telecom Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$219,334	$105.0	50%

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

Understanding how a Telecom 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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$132,368

Average $146,223/year

$162,347

$11,031

Average $12,185/month

$13,529

$2,546

Average $2,812/week

$3,122

$64

Average $70/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,347	$13,529	$3,122	$78
Average	$146,223	$12,185	$2,812	$70
25th Percentile	$132,368	$11,031	$2,546	$64

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