What are the main factors that influence a Process Safety 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 Process Safety Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Process Safety Manager roles, with salaries approximately 33% above the market median.

How does experience change A Process Safety Manager's salary?

A Process Safety Manager's salary grows with experience: a Safety Representative V (7-10 years)earns $139,793, a Safety Supervisor (10+ years)earns $90,921, a Process Safety Manager (10+ years)earns $100,016, a Safety Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $147,147, a Safety Director (10+ years)earns $164,957,

What are the highest paying states for a Process Safety Manager?

Process Safety Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Process Safety Manager roles are District of Columbia $110,247, California $109,828, Massachusetts $108,365. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Process Safety Manager roles make?

Salaries for Process Safety Manager level roles vary by specialization: Biopharma Process Development Senior Manager: $171,803; Chemical Process Engineering Manager: $160,027; Refinery Process Operations Manager: $150,343; Production Process Engineering Manager: $139,000; Process Manager: $131,703.

Process Safety Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Process Safety Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Process Safety Manager in Delaware is $100,837 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,178
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,301 to $112,008
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,619

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Process Safety Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$112,008	$9,334	$2,154	$54
Average	$100,837	$8,403	$1,939	$48
25th Percentile	$91,301	$7,608	$1,756	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Process Safety Manager Salaries

A Process Safety 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 Process Safety Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Process Safety 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): $139,793
Early Career (1-2 years): $90,921
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,016
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $147,147
Expert (over 8 years): $164,957

Levels	Salary
Safety Re... Level Process Safety Manager	$139,793
Safety Su... Level Process Safety Manager	$90,921
Process S... Level Process Safety Manager	$100,016
Safety Se... Level Process Safety Manager	$147,147
Safety Di... Level Process Safety Manager	$164,957

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

District of Columbia: $110,247.
California: $109,828.
Massachusetts: $108,365.

District of Columbia $110,247 California $109,828 Massachusetts $108,365 Washington $107,966 New Jersey $107,927 Alaska $107,787 Connecticut $106,413 New York $105,855

Hawaii $104,073 Rhode Island $103,237 Maryland $102,669 Minnesota $101,892 Colorado $101,594 Illinois $101,494 Oregon $101,116 Delaware $100,837

New Hampshire $100,662 Virginia $100,269 Pennsylvania $99,124 Nevada $98,547 North Dakota $98,358 Michigan $98,059 Wisconsin $97,949 Vermont $97,730

Texas $97,123 Maine $97,083 Arizona $97,023 Ohio $96,954 Georgia $96,038 Indiana $95,580 Wyoming $95,490 Utah $95,351

Iowa $95,291 Kansas $94,813 Louisiana $94,673 North Carolina $94,624 Missouri $94,604 Florida $94,215 Montana $94,006 Nebraska $93,807

Kentucky $93,698 South Carolina $93,299 Tennessee $93,050 Idaho $92,951 New Mexico $92,224 Oklahoma $92,065 Alabama $91,477 South Dakota $90,491

Arkansas $89,954 West Virginia $89,665 Mississippi $88,799

Top Paying Cities for Process Safety 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: $100,383
Little Creek: $101,118
Magnolia: $100,972

Lincoln, DE $100,383 Little Creek, DE $101,118 Magnolia, DE $100,972 Milford, DE $100,638 Marydel, DE $100,803 Millsboro, DE $99,962 Millville, DE $100,116 Milton, DE $100,289

Nassau, DE $100,362 Ocean View, DE $100,099 Rehoboth Beach, DE $100,291 Seaford, DE $100,348 Selbyville, DE $99,933 Smyrna, DE $101,187 Viola, DE $100,721 Woodside, DE $100,992

Bear, DE $100,759 Newark, DE $100,721 Claymont, DE $100,928 Delaware City, DE $100,822 Hockessin, DE $100,713 Kirkwood, DE $100,803 Middletown, DE $100,842 Montchanin, DE $100,735

New Castle, DE $100,750 Odessa, DE $100,892 Port Penn, DE $100,959 Rockland, DE $100,745 Saint Georges, DE $100,810 Townsend, DE $100,965 Winterthur, DE $100,757 Lewes, DE $100,328

Wilmington, DE $100,717 Dover, DE $101,118 Dover Afb, DE $100,585 Bethany Beach, DE $99,994 Bethel, DE $100,097 Bridgeville, DE $100,333 Camden Wyoming, DE $100,833 Cheswold, DE $101,085

Clayton, DE $101,088 Dagsboro, DE $99,924 Delmar, DE $99,764 Ellendale, DE $100,066 Felton, DE $100,630 Fenwick Island, DE $99,946 Frankford, DE $99,772 Frederica, DE $100,729

Georgetown, DE $99,886 Greenwood, DE $100,349 Harbeson, DE $99,993 Harrington, DE $100,502 Hartly, DE $100,815 Houston, DE $100,359 Kenton, DE $101,093 Laurel, DE $99,826

Yorklyn, DE $100,742

Process Safety Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Process Safety Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 57% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 33% above the average. In contrast, Process Safety Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Process Safety Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Process Safety Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$134,449	$65.0	33%
Biotechnology	$124,846	$60.0	24%
Pharmaceuticals	$124,846	$60.0	24%
Financial Services	$120,044	$58.0	19%
Internet	$115,242	$55.0	14%

Process Safety Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Process Safety 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

$91,301

Average $100,837/year

$112,008

$7,608

Average $8,403/month

$9,334

$1,756

Average $1,939/week

$2,154

$44

Average $48/hour

$54

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$112,008	$9,334	$2,154	$54
Average	$100,837	$8,403	$1,939	$48
25th Percentile	$91,301	$7,608	$1,756	$44

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