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

A Developer Relations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Software Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $149,317, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $171,638, a Developer Relations Manager (10+ years)earns $169,994, a Software Engineering Director (10+ years)earns $214,740, a VP of Software Engineering (10+ years)earns $242,151,

What are the highest paying states for a Developer Relations Manager?

Developer Relations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Developer Relations Manager roles are District of Columbia $186,991, California $186,281, Massachusetts $183,799. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Developer Relations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Developer Relations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Community Relations Senior Manager: $156,395; Investor Relations Manager: $153,496; Labor Relations Manager: $135,293; Public Relations Manager: $133,210; Staff Relations Manager: $123,401.

Developer Relations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Developer Relations Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Developer Relations Manager in Delaware is $171,031 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $82.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $197,974
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $161,027 to $185,134
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $151,920

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Developer Relations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$185,134	$15,428	$3,560	$89
Average	$171,031	$14,253	$3,289	$82
25th Percentile	$161,027	$13,419	$3,097	$77

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Key Factors That Influence Developer Relations Manager Salaries

A Developer Relations 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 Developer Relations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Developer Relations 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): $149,317
Early Career (1-2 years): $171,638
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $169,994
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $214,740
Expert (over 8 years): $242,151

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Developer Relations Manager	$149,317
Software ... Level Developer Relations Manager	$171,638
Developer... Level Developer Relations Manager	$169,994
Software ... Level Developer Relations Manager	$214,740
VP of Sof... Level Developer Relations Manager	$242,151

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

District of Columbia: $186,991.
California: $186,281.
Massachusetts: $183,799.

District of Columbia $186,991 California $186,281 Massachusetts $183,799 Washington $183,123 New Jersey $183,056 Alaska $182,819 Connecticut $180,488 New York $179,543

Hawaii $176,520 Rhode Island $175,101 Maryland $174,138 Minnesota $172,821 Colorado $172,314 Illinois $172,145 Oregon $171,504 Delaware $171,031

New Hampshire $170,734 Virginia $170,068 Pennsylvania $168,126 Nevada $167,146 North Dakota $166,826 Michigan $166,319 Wisconsin $166,133 Vermont $165,762

Texas $164,731 Maine $164,664 Arizona $164,563 Ohio $164,444 Georgia $162,891 Indiana $162,114 Wyoming $161,962 Utah $161,725

Iowa $161,624 Kansas $160,813 Louisiana $160,577 North Carolina $160,492 Missouri $160,459 Florida $159,800 Montana $159,445 Nebraska $159,108

Kentucky $158,922 South Carolina $158,246 Tennessee $157,824 Idaho $157,655 New Mexico $156,422 Oklahoma $156,152 Alabama $155,156 South Dakota $153,484

Arkansas $152,572 West Virginia $152,082 Mississippi $150,613

Top Paying Cities for Developer Relations 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: $177,009
Little Creek: $175,371
Magnolia: $176,097

Lincoln, DE $177,009 Little Creek, DE $175,371 Magnolia, DE $176,097 Milford, DE $177,009 Marydel, DE $174,713 Millsboro, DE $177,009 Millville, DE $178,192 Milton, DE $177,009

Nassau, DE $177,009 Ocean View, DE $178,192 Rehoboth Beach, DE $178,192 Seaford, DE $175,152 Selbyville, DE $178,192 Smyrna, DE $174,510 Viola, DE $176,097 Woodside, DE $175,591

Bear, DE $173,226 Newark, DE $173,294 Claymont, DE $173,429 Delaware City, DE $173,294 Hockessin, DE $173,429 Kirkwood, DE $173,294 Middletown, DE $174,155 Montchanin, DE $173,429

New Castle, DE $173,429 Odessa, DE $174,392 Port Penn, DE $172,821 Rockland, DE $173,429 Saint Georges, DE $173,294 Townsend, DE $174,138 Winterthur, DE $173,429 Lewes, DE $177,009

Wilmington, DE $173,429 Dover, DE $175,287 Dover Afb, DE $175,692 Bethany Beach, DE $178,192 Bethel, DE $175,152 Bridgeville, DE $177,009 Camden Wyoming, DE $175,473 Cheswold, DE $174,881

Clayton, DE $174,442 Dagsboro, DE $178,192 Delmar, DE $175,152 Ellendale, DE $177,009 Felton, DE $177,009 Fenwick Island, DE $178,192 Frankford, DE $178,192 Frederica, DE $177,009

Georgetown, DE $177,009 Greenwood, DE $177,009 Harbeson, DE $177,009 Harrington, DE $177,009 Hartly, DE $174,358 Houston, DE $177,009 Kenton, DE $174,442 Laurel, DE $175,152

Yorklyn, DE $173,429

Developer Relations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Developer Relations 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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$161,027

Average $171,031/year

$185,134

$13,419

Average $14,253/month

$15,428

$3,097

Average $3,289/week

$3,560

$77

Average $82/hour

$89

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$185,134	$15,428	$3,560	$89
Average	$171,031	$14,253	$3,289	$82
25th Percentile	$161,027	$13,419	$3,097	$77

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