What are the main factors that influence an Utilization Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change An Utilization Manager's salary?

An Utilization Manager's salary grows with experience: a Utilization Review Technician (2-4 years)earns $78,079, a Utilization Review Coordinator (4-7 years)earns $93,829, a Utilization Manager (7+ years)earns $141,816,

What are the highest paying states for an Utilization Manager?

Utilization Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Utilization Manager roles are District of Columbia $154,283, California $153,698, Massachusetts $151,649. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Utilization Manager roles make?

Salaries for Utilization Manager level roles vary by specialization: Medical Utilization Review Senior Manager: $147,211; Drug Utilization and Analysis Pharmacist: $127,890; Healthcare Utilization Review Manager: $121,000; Medical Utilization Review Manager: $120,933; Healthcare Utilization Review Supervisor: $101,700.

Utilization Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Utilization Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Utilization Manager in Delaware is $141,115 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $172,120
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $131,026 to $157,344
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,841

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Utilization Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,344	$13,112	$3,026	$76
Average	$141,115	$11,760	$2,714	$68
25th Percentile	$131,026	$10,919	$2,520	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Utilization Manager Salaries

An Utilization 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 Utilization 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 Utilization Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $154,283.
California: $153,698.
Massachusetts: $151,649.

District of Columbia $154,283 California $153,698 Massachusetts $151,649 Washington $151,092 New Jersey $151,036 Alaska $150,841 Connecticut $148,918 New York $148,138

Hawaii $145,643 Rhode Island $144,473 Maryland $143,679 Minnesota $142,592 Colorado $142,174 Illinois $142,034 Oregon $141,505 Delaware $141,115

New Hampshire $140,869 Virginia $140,320 Pennsylvania $138,718 Nevada $137,910 North Dakota $137,645 Michigan $137,227 Wisconsin $137,074 Vermont $136,767

Texas $135,917 Maine $135,861 Arizona $135,778 Ohio $135,680 Georgia $134,398 Indiana $133,757 Wyoming $133,632 Utah $133,437

Iowa $133,353 Kansas $132,684 Louisiana $132,489 North Carolina $132,420 Missouri $132,392 Florida $131,848 Montana $131,556 Nebraska $131,277

Kentucky $131,124 South Carolina $130,566 Tennessee $130,218 Idaho $130,079 New Mexico $129,061 Oklahoma $128,838 Alabama $128,016 South Dakota $126,637

Arkansas $125,884 West Virginia $125,480 Mississippi $124,268

Top Paying Cities for Utilization 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: $140,479
Little Creek: $141,508
Magnolia: $141,304

Lincoln, DE $140,479 Little Creek, DE $141,508 Magnolia, DE $141,304 Milford, DE $140,836 Marydel, DE $141,067 Millsboro, DE $139,890 Millville, DE $140,106 Milton, DE $140,348

Nassau, DE $140,450 Ocean View, DE $140,082 Rehoboth Beach, DE $140,351 Seaford, DE $140,430 Selbyville, DE $139,849 Smyrna, DE $141,605 Viola, DE $140,953 Woodside, DE $141,332

Bear, DE $141,006 Newark, DE $140,953 Claymont, DE $141,241 Delaware City, DE $141,094 Hockessin, DE $140,941 Kirkwood, DE $141,067 Middletown, DE $141,122 Montchanin, DE $140,973

New Castle, DE $140,993 Odessa, DE $141,191 Port Penn, DE $141,286 Rockland, DE $140,986 Saint Georges, DE $141,077 Townsend, DE $141,294 Winterthur, DE $141,003 Lewes, DE $140,403

Wilmington, DE $140,947 Dover, DE $141,508 Dover Afb, DE $140,762 Bethany Beach, DE $139,934 Bethel, DE $140,079 Bridgeville, DE $140,410 Camden Wyoming, DE $141,109 Cheswold, DE $141,462

Clayton, DE $141,466 Dagsboro, DE $139,837 Delmar, DE $139,613 Ellendale, DE $140,036 Felton, DE $140,825 Fenwick Island, DE $139,868 Frankford, DE $139,624 Frederica, DE $140,964

Georgetown, DE $139,784 Greenwood, DE $140,432 Harbeson, DE $139,933 Harrington, DE $140,646 Hartly, DE $141,084 Houston, DE $140,446 Kenton, DE $141,473 Laurel, DE $139,700

Yorklyn, DE $140,982

Utilization Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Utilization Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Utilization Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Utilization Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Utilization Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$155,226	$75.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Utilization 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

$131,026

Average $141,115/year

$157,344

$10,919

Average $11,760/month

$13,112

$2,520

Average $2,714/week

$3,026

$63

Average $68/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,344	$13,112	$3,026	$76
Average	$141,115	$11,760	$2,714	$68
25th Percentile	$131,026	$10,919	$2,520	$63

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