What are the main factors that influence an IT Service 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 IT Service Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for IT Service Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An IT Service Manager's salary?

An IT Service Manager's salary grows with experience: an Information Technology Supervisor I (12+ years)earns $93,668, an Information Technology Supervisor II (12+ years)earns $129,717, an IT Service Manager (12+ years)earns $138,441, an Information Technology Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $168,958, an Information Technology Director (12+ years)earns $208,922,

What are the highest paying states for an IT Service Manager?

IT Service Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IT Service Manager roles are District of Columbia $152,320, California $151,742, Massachusetts $149,720. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of IT Service Manager roles make?

Salaries for IT Service Manager level roles vary by specialization: IT Service Desk Senior Manager: $154,040; IT Procurement Manager: $139,370; Global IT Service Manager: $135,459; Senior IT Service Manager: $127,877; IT Field Service Manager: $122,526.

IT Service Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an IT Service Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an IT Service Manager in Delaware is $139,319 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $162,126
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,818 to $151,257
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,347

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IT Service Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,257	$12,605	$2,909	$73
Average	$139,319	$11,610	$2,679	$67
25th Percentile	$127,818	$10,651	$2,458	$61

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Key Factors That Influence IT Service Manager Salaries

An IT Service 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 IT Service Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT Service 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): $93,668
Early Career (1-2 years): $129,717
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,441
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $168,958
Expert (over 8 years): $208,922

Levels	Salary
Informati... Level IT Service Manager	$93,668
Informati... Level IT Service Manager	$129,717
IT Servic... Level IT Service Manager	$138,441
Informati... Level IT Service Manager	$168,958
Informati... Level IT Service Manager	$208,922

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

District of Columbia: $152,320.
California: $151,742.
Massachusetts: $149,720.

District of Columbia $152,320 California $151,742 Massachusetts $149,720 Washington $149,169 New Jersey $149,114 Alaska $148,922 Connecticut $147,023 New York $146,253

Hawaii $143,790 Rhode Island $142,635 Maryland $141,850 Minnesota $140,777 Colorado $140,365 Illinois $140,227 Oregon $139,704 Delaware $139,319

New Hampshire $139,077 Virginia $138,535 Pennsylvania $136,953 Nevada $136,155 North Dakota $135,894 Michigan $135,481 Wisconsin $135,330 Vermont $135,027

Texas $134,188 Maine $134,133 Arizona $134,050 Ohio $133,954 Georgia $132,688 Indiana $132,055 Wyoming $131,932 Utah $131,739

Iowa $131,656 Kansas $130,996 Louisiana $130,803 North Carolina $130,735 Missouri $130,707 Florida $130,171 Montana $129,882 Nebraska $129,607

Kentucky $129,455 South Carolina $128,905 Tennessee $128,561 Idaho $128,423 New Mexico $127,419 Oklahoma $127,199 Alabama $126,387 South Dakota $125,025

Arkansas $124,283 West Virginia $123,884 Mississippi $122,687

Top Paying Cities for IT Service 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: $138,692
Little Creek: $139,707
Magnolia: $139,506

Lincoln, DE $138,692 Little Creek, DE $139,707 Magnolia, DE $139,506 Milford, DE $139,044 Marydel, DE $139,272 Millsboro, DE $138,110 Millville, DE $138,323 Milton, DE $138,563

Nassau, DE $138,663 Ocean View, DE $138,300 Rehoboth Beach, DE $138,565 Seaford, DE $138,644 Selbyville, DE $138,070 Smyrna, DE $139,803 Viola, DE $139,160 Woodside, DE $139,534

Bear, DE $139,212 Newark, DE $139,160 Claymont, DE $139,444 Delaware City, DE $139,299 Hockessin, DE $139,147 Kirkwood, DE $139,272 Middletown, DE $139,326 Montchanin, DE $139,179

New Castle, DE $139,199 Odessa, DE $139,395 Port Penn, DE $139,488 Rockland, DE $139,193 Saint Georges, DE $139,282 Townsend, DE $139,497 Winterthur, DE $139,209 Lewes, DE $138,616

Wilmington, DE $139,154 Dover, DE $139,707 Dover Afb, DE $138,971 Bethany Beach, DE $138,154 Bethel, DE $138,297 Bridgeville, DE $138,623 Camden Wyoming, DE $139,314 Cheswold, DE $139,662

Clayton, DE $139,666 Dagsboro, DE $138,058 Delmar, DE $137,836 Ellendale, DE $138,254 Felton, DE $139,033 Fenwick Island, DE $138,088 Frankford, DE $137,847 Frederica, DE $139,171

Georgetown, DE $138,005 Greenwood, DE $138,645 Harbeson, DE $138,153 Harrington, DE $138,857 Hartly, DE $139,289 Houston, DE $138,659 Kenton, DE $139,673 Laurel, DE $137,923

Yorklyn, DE $139,188

IT Service Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For IT Service Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, IT Service Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view IT Service Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an IT Service Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$174,149	$84.0	25%
Biotechnology	$167,183	$80.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$160,217	$77.0	15%
Chemicals	$153,251	$74.0	10%
Financial Services	$153,251	$74.0	10%

IT Service Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an IT Service 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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$127,818

Average $139,319/year

$151,257

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Average $11,610/month

$12,605

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Average $2,679/week

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Average $67/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,257	$12,605	$2,909	$73
Average	$139,319	$11,610	$2,679	$67
25th Percentile	$127,818	$10,651	$2,458	$61

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